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The Origins of the Bloody Mary Cocktail

Aside from the (stirred not shaken) martini, Bloody Mary is the most famous cocktail out there. Do you know that January 1st is officially the Bloody Mary day? That isn’t that strange, given that this particular cocktail is adored by many as a hangover cure. So, making the day after New Year’s the Bloody Mary day isn’t that big of a surprise.

If you’ve ever tried to dull the pain of partying a bit too hard with this deliciously biting cocktail, you already know that it’s one of the best cures out there. But what else do you know about it? Do you know its original recipe? Do you know how Bloody Mary came to be one of the most famous, if not the most famous alcoholic beverages?

What Exactly Is a Bloody Mary?

It seems like new cocktails are popping up left, …

Let’s face it — some people are just better at drinking alcohol than others. You probably know that one person who downs a whole bottle of vodka at night without any problems and wakes up feeling fresh as a daisy. What’s their secret, you’re wondering? Even after so much practice, you still get plastered after only a couple of shots? If you want to know how not to get drunk so fast, keep reading.

Why Do Other People Have High Alcohol Tolerance?

The answer to this question is not so straightforward. Many factors affect a person’s tolerance, most notably — practice. However, some people are naturals, and it might seem like they were born with a bottle. They most certainly weren’t, but they probably were born with a higher tolerance for alcohol. Genetics plays an important part here.

Sorry, girls, but we hate to break it to you — research …

Bartender! Yes, the guy who stands behind the bar mixing and showing his or her skills with various drinks. For others, it is just another profession like others, but only those who have been on the other side of the table know what it takes to be successful in providing each customer with what exactly he or she wants. It is an art that very few masters proficiently.

To be a bartender who satisfies each of his or her customers, there are several skills that one must possess. The very basic and the most obvious of these is that you need to be properly skilled in making drinks. Secondly, you need to have knowledge of all the various types of cocktails and how to make them. Third and the most popular that will take you a step ahead towards being a pro is being updated and well known about the …

No, it doesn’t have anything to do with a rooster—but it does have something to do with a horse. Type “origin of word cocktail” into your search engine and you may see a dictionary entry that explains the term cock-tailed originally described a horse with a docked (or clipped-short) tail, and “cock-tailed” became a sort of pejorative for racehorses without thoroughbred pedigrees—with mixed lineage, if you will. So the term may have come to be applied to alcoholic drinks that were similarly blended rather than pure spirits.

But that’s still not quite right. Keep reading for cocktail clarification.

We may never know precisely when the first cocktail was made or who invented it, and for a long time, the etymology of the term used to describe it—in the words of H. L. Mencken (who did an extensive research on the topic but in the end came up short)—was “quite as …

Adult parties are of many kinds and they range from formal social functions where only adults are invited to sex parties. One has to behave differently in various kinds of adult parties depending on the theme the host has chosen. There are bound to be lots of people at the party and the chances of you getting ignored are, let’s admit it, pretty high. This number will climb up higher if you have become alone without any group and moreover if you don’t know anyone apart from the host. But that’s no reason to miss out on some fun and you could also become the life of the party as well. Don’t believe us? Then there are some tips which will help you out:

Look the part

If the theme of the party of costume preference isn’t listed on the invitation then make sure you call the host to confirm …

Cocktails are all about nuance, subtlety, zest, and exotic flavors. They have been a staple for many years and are ideal for social occasions, parties, and wild nights out. 

Cocktails come in an infinite variety, and almost every single bar nowadays has a special drink to offer that you’ll never be able to try somewhere else! You can also make cocktails at home during slumber parties and classy dinners. But, as with any beverage, some stand out as tried and true classics. 

Check out our list of classic cocktails that never go out of style! 

Why Should One Be Familiar With Classic Cocktails?

Firstly, we’ve all seen what happens when a certain secret agent uses the words “shaken, not stirred” while casually asking for a Martini. James Bond is the ultimate representation of a cocktail connoisseur who knows what he wants as well as how to get it. And that’s …

You don’t want to go before reading this… trust me.

Sex parties are real.

I know, I had a hard time wrapping my head around that, too. I thought that outside the provenance of films like Eyes Wide Shut, these things were mostly imaginary.

If they did exist, I was sure they were totally unsexy messes, an excuse for guys to get wasted and walk around leering at naked women enjoying themselves together.

That’s definitely a part of some sex parties, but the real ones — the good ones — are about so much more.

A sex party is a great opportunity for sexually active and sexually curious adults to explore their kinks in a safe, fun, group environment.

Do you fantasize about group sex? Do you dream of being watched while you masturbate? These are relatively common fantasies you can totally explore at a sex party.

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More than just a drink, the Cosmopolitan Cocktail defines a whole era. Its stand out color and fancy glass made it a hard to miss drink in the late nineties and early noughties and brought a revolution to the drinking world. And although it’s more than just a drink, it’s also a drink with a beautiful flavor. The Cosmo is relatively easy to make but has the look of a cocktail that you’ve put loads of effort into.

Cosmopolitan Recipe
40ml Vodka
15ml Tripe Sec
Cranberry Juice
Fresh Lime Juice

Cosmopolitan Cocktail Equipment
Martini Glass
Cocktail Shaker
Bar Spoon
Cocktail Strainer
Ice Cubes

Making a Cosmopolitan instructions
1. Pre-chill your glass by adding ice to it.
2. Add all the ingredients and ice to your cocktail shaker, using a jigger to measure the amounts, and give a good shake.
3. Empty your glass and pour in the mixture using a …

Recently adult parties are getting very popular and most of the people opt for it for experimenting with their sex life. If you have not attended any adult parties then you need to know a lot of things. Adult parties are parties where people get together to talk about the exciting topic of sex and have a lot of booze and food. Adult parties are all about the erotic mood that one can see in the atmosphere.

If you have been invited to any adult parties presently then you need to make a good impression by providing some unique gifts like sex toys. In adult parties, you can see that most of the people will use you a lot of sex toys and which is why gifting the best one is going to enhance the mood of the party.

See this Business Insider article talking about booze-infused food

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Who doesn’t love going to the bar after a day of hard work and sipping on a calming cocktail? Or perhaps going to the bar for a celebration of some sorts? The reasons for having a cocktail can be many, but the decision on what to have depends on both taste and money. A glass of beer and rum mixed together costs way less than one which is made with various elements in a bar and topped off with some garnishing. Many times we want to have that expensive cocktail, but the fear of emptying our pockets prevents us from trying it. So in case, you are saving up money to finally taste an expensive cocktail or waiting for a lottery ticket to land in your lap, here’s a list of the most expensive cocktails in the world to help you out with what you can have:

Kentucky Derby Mint