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A bi-weekly series of libations with Becca-approved design or flavor. Perhaps both.
Name:Oban Little Bay
From:The Oban Distillery in Scotland
Type: single malt scotch whiskey
Pair it with: unusually cold weather (sleet is in the forecast!)
Emphasis on: both!
I try to invest in quality pieces and not use my lifelong approach of “Ooooh on sale!” But every now and then (every week) bargains pull me in. The remaining responsible adult I have in me dies a little, as does my bank account. We all know this shizz adds up! But it’s a habit I won’t be quitting anytime soon, so here’s a look at this week’s retail delight.
I found this bourbon(!!) candle while Christmas shopping at Marshall’s. Since it was a steal at $2.99, I bought two. I love the octagon shape, the wooden lid, and of course the label with its vintage illustrations. It has a hint of cinnamon, giving my room a cozy, wintery feeling. I think there’s other liquor scents, too! I’ll be on the hunt for those.
Every year we do a late Christmas exchange among our group of friends. This year’s theme was Game of Thrones. I like the idea of having a late Christmas party—you extend the holidays a bit and all the decorations are deeply discounted.
And, happy 2017! Sad the holidays are over but excited to start a new set of resolutions I won’t reach.
The alcoholidays are really year round for me, but it’s nice to class up the drinks with wreaths and all things red. While I try to avoid the French Quarter for all the work it takes to drive, look for parking, try to parallel park, give up, then eventually just pay to park—every now and then its beauty lures me. And by beauty, I mean all the good drink deals. And thus, we find ourselves at Mr. B’s Bistro, a New Orleans stronghold: the best place to get BBQ shrimp and practically free Bloody Mary’s.
Vibe: traditional, old school, classic
Drink menu: $1.50 Bloody Mary’s during lunch
Food Favorites: BBQ shrimp is a must
Address: 201 Royal St.
A bi-weekly series interviewing people and their drinking habits.