Kraken Gold Spiced Rum, From The Depths Of The Sea

The Kraken is an enormous sea monster of legend, said to appear off the coasts of Norway. It had a co-starring role in “Clash Of The Titans,” where it was commanded to destroy cities by the Greek Gods. It will appear this month in a less frightening, animated version, “Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken.” Ruby discovers…
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Lady M’s New Guava Mille Crepes Cake & The History Of Guava

Last month for Mother’s Day we treated ourselves to a Lady M Mille Crêpes Cake in the special flavor for the season, lavender (photo #3). It was divine (here’s our review). Now, in time for Father’s Day and all of summer, Lady M launches another flavor (and we hope, a permanent addition to the collection),…
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For Gin Lovers: McQueen And The Violet Fog, Ultraviolet Edition

[1] A French 75 sparkles, but an Ultraviolet 75 sparkles with a rosy hue. The recipe is below (all photos © Sovereign Brands). [2] The Gin & Tonic is the most popular gin cocktail, but how about an Ultraviolet & Tonic? The recipe is below. [3] A classic Negroni is reddish from the Campari. A…
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