
Several weeks ago I was asked to be the judge for the 42 Below Vodka cocktail competition. I’ve been to several cocktail competitions where bartenders from around the city (and sometimes beyond) crete original cocktails and perform for a large crowd….but i’ve never sat at the judges table. I was honored this past wednesday to sit on the judges panel with cocktail mastermind Scott Beattie, and master mixologist Anthony Alba (who flew out for the night from Vegas).
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Posted on Friday, February 26th, 2010
Filed under: Culture, Spirits, Welcome by Daniel

An announcement this week by international Beer producer Anheuser-Busch InBev that they are going to cut jobs has spawned a protest among its existing workers. BBC reported that a blockade has stopped the flow of beer out of one of the company’s headquarters. (more…)
Posted on Friday, January 15th, 2010
Filed under: Beer, Culture, Welcome, news by Daniel

We’re feeling a little festive!
DRINK ME MAGAZINE wants to show our readers, fans and fellow aficionados of alcohol some holiday spirit this season! We’re giving away great prizes and buying lucky winners some very special bottles of top shelf booze every day until Christmas. Sounds pretty amazing, right? Never mind stocking stuffers and Santa’s helpers: We’re here to help you celebrate merrily the best way we know how - with gifts you can drink!
TODAY’S PRIZE: TICKETS TO THE SOLD-OUT SCIENCE OF COCKTAILS EVENT AT THE EXPLORATORIUM IN SAN FRANCISCO ON JANUARY 20, 2010!
More info from their website: There are many cocktail parties in the Bay Area, but the Exploratorium is holding one like no other. Science of Cocktails will present the artistry of master mixologists melded with the science behind the craft. We’ll take an in-depth, hands-on look at the physics, chemistry, and biology of cocktails, engaging guests in an exploration of their favorite libations. With guest bartenders from Alembic, 15 Romolo, 83 Proof, Orson, B, Annabelle’s Bistro, Heaven’s Dog, and more.
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Posted on Thursday, December 24th, 2009
Filed under: Beer, Culture, Spirits, Welcome, news by Aja

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WAITING FOR ISSUE NO. 4?!
We know, we know! We’ve missed you, too. Let’s have a party, shall we? Yes. We’ve secured one of Mission’s newest clubs, a bevy of delicious drink sponsors (you are thirsty, aren’t you?), two amazing DJs and art by select Drink Me artists, plus we’ll have all-new Drink Me merchandise available. Did I mention there’s no cover charge? Well, there isn’t one!
RSVP and bring your friends, family and colleagues to help us celebrate our 4th issue, lovingly named The MacGyver Issue for September / October. Spread the word. Kindly RSVP – it only takes a second and secures your spot on the list!
$4 custom artisan cocktails
featuring one of the following:
La Pinta Pomegranate Tequila
(ri)1 Whiskey
Sagatiba Cachaca
Tempus Fugit Absinthe
$3 wine and beer specials from:
Bagrationi Sparkling Wine
Widmer Bros. Hefeweizen
Michael~David Winery
Just click here to RSVP, please: HECK YES! SIGN ME UP!
Posted on Monday, September 14th, 2009
Filed under: Beer, Culture, Spirits, Welcome, Wine, news by Aja