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Texas Dinner Party Season 2, Episode 5: Creating a Stunning Rum-Glazed Ice Cream Dessert
Pineapples, bananas, and coconut caramel—oh my! A classic banana split gets a tropical glow-up.
You’re invited to another round of Texas Dinner Party. Your host is Texas Monthly staffer Melissa Reese (read: not a professional cook). She loves a good old-fashioned dinner party just as much as anyone, and has scoured the TM recipe archive to put her hosting skills to the test, making the rookie mistakes so you don’t have to. She put together a springtime Southern Gulf–inspired menu, where dark aged rum starts and ends the meal. This dessert has several steps, but can mostly be prepared hours or a full day in advance—perfect for entertaining. Want to try for yourself at home? Head to the full recipe.
Recipes, recommendations, and reviews of Texas restaurants, flavors, and libations.
In Lubbock, Linda Mason turned a sweets craving into a full-time business, where her bold recipes provide a sweet connection to her sons.
A fifth-generation New Orleans native, Sharon Richardson never imagined leaving Louisiana for Texas, but when Mother Nature strikes with a hurricane, plans change. After evacuating to Austin, with her life turned completely upside down, Sharon said she just did what she knew how to do: cook. Her business started with homemade
The best secret in Mineola can be found at the back of a downtown mercantile where Shelia Parker serves hot, homemade fried pies.
Glen Andrews describes a glassblowing process as equally informed by philosophy and meditation as it is by craftsmanship.
The secret ingredient in Flores Tortillas is all too familiar to Texas pitmasters.
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How much do you know about our state? We asked born-and-bred Texans and newbies to play some Lone Star trivia at the Austin City Limits music festival.
In the new series BBQ Bites, Texas Monthly food experts take us behind the scenes of the Top 50 tasting process.
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Donny Crain teaches classes at Sea Rim State Park, sharing his love of Gulf Coast fishing with anyone who crosses his path.
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Review: Trying All 4 Flavors of Kylie Jenner’s Newly Launched Canned Vodka Sodas
Add Kylie Jenner to the growing list of celebrities cashing in on the alcohol game.
The 26-year-old recently launched Sprinter, a line of canned vodka sodas that come in four flavors — black cherry, peach, grapefruit and lime. Made with premium vodka, fruit juice and sparkling water, each can has an ABV of 4.5% and costs $20 for an 8-can variety pack at retailers like GoPuff.
Earlier in the month, Jenner announced the launch of her ready-to-drink cocktail brand via an Instagram post that was shared with her 400 million+ followers. She teamed up with beverage development expert Chandra Richter to launch the cocktails, which are the latest in a line of business ventures from the 26-year-old. Earlier this month, the Kylie Cosmetics founder debuted her cruelty-free fragrance, Cosmic, and last November launched her clothing brand, Khy. Jenner’s cocktail brand also comes three years after her sister Kendall Jenner launched her tequila line, 818.
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Made with premium vodka, fruit juice and sparkling water, these refreshing canned cocktails are available in four different flavors.
After hearing about Jenner’s newest business venture, I was excited to try them out and recruited five of my colleagues for a taste test — it’s a tough job, but someone’s gotta do it. We set out to see if Sprinter’s canned vodkas are worth adding to your shopping cart this spring and if they live up to the many other options on the market. Spoiler alert: they are, but only if you don’t mind the lack of flavor variety.
As far as canned cocktails go, Sprinter is easy to sip on and something we would choose again. Of the four flavors, lime was by far the most popular, with a refreshing, true-to-the-fruit taste and would be perfect for a BBQ, beach, or lake day. Sprinter’s peach flavor was one of the sweeter options and reminded me of a peach iced tea. While two of the testers enjoyed the flavor, others felt it fell short of having a real peach flavor profile. Black cherry is one of the other sweeter options and had mixed reactions from our testers, with only one person enjoying it more than the lime. Personally, I felt the level of sweetness was just right. As for grapefruit, we felt the taste of alcohol was stronger in this one compared to the others. For me, being able to taste the alcohol made the grapefruit less enjoyable than the lime, peach and cherry flavors. Surprisingly, the tester who enjoyed this flavor the most is usually not a fan of grapefruit but was won over by the subtle flavor.
After testing all four drinks, I can say Sprinter is worth toting to your next gathering. The canned vodka sodas are refreshing, enjoyable and a great choice for those looking for a fruity, effervescent beverage. And at $20, Sprinter is reasonably priced for a pack of eight.
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Experiencing Team Whiskey® Bonanza: An Explosion of Flavors, Food, and Fun
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STATELINE, Nev. – Team Whiskey Liquors® is holding an outdoor sports film festival with whiskey on March 30 inside the Tahoe Blue Event Center.
The family-friendly event starts at noon and runs until 9 p.m.
“Prepare for a family-oriented thrill with Team Whiskey at the most significant whiskey and outdoor sports gathering globally, a venue where aficionados of whiskey, bourbon, and outdoor activities converge for distinct flavors, gastronomy, and perennial entertainment,” as stated in the virtual event specifics. “Navigate through the spectrum of whiskeys while also indulging in your preferred ones, with limitless sampling opportunities on Whiskey Row complemented by an unlimited array of paired delicacies.”
The Team Whiskey extravaganza denotes a single-entry cost encompassing archery training, rifle tutelage, fishing instructions, simulations of kayaking, mechanical bull riding activity, climbing wall facility, a bouncy house for children, face painting corner, line dance instructions, performances by a DJ and country rock tunes from The North 40 Band.
Also, an exhibition area featuring novel boats, kayaks, skis, boots, outdoor apparel, gears, and other such accessories are to be displayed.
“For those who find pleasure in outdoor sports and are fond of whiskey, we’re heading towards a novel concept,” declared Ken Burrows, a business collaborator at Team Whiskey Liquors. “And, I believe it’s highly promising.”
Outdoor sports films will be featured. We are currently accepting submissions of hunting, fishing, kayaking, mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, surfing, skydiving, and all forms of outdoor sports.
To submit your 10-minute film, please visit https://www.teamwhiskeyliquors.com/filmfestival.
Seven winners will be chosen at the event. The grand prize includes $1,000, a trophy, and 10 VIP passes to the event. Each of the six finalists will receive $200, a trophy, and five VIP event passes.
Admission fees: children 12 and under are free. Admission is $10 for teens (13-18 years), which includes access to exhibits and activities; sports fan tickets are $20, which allows for access to exhibits and activities; and whiskey and sports fan tickets are $49, which includes unlimited whiskey row samples and food pairings, a commemorative glass, a swag bag, and access to exhibits and activities.
There is also a Team Whiskey VIP private seat option for $64. It includes private seating with tables and chairs, personalized smoked whiskey drinks, unlimited whiskey row samples and food pairings, a commemorative glass, a swag bag, and access to exhibits and activities.
Festival food will be available for purchase.
Ten percent of The Sportsmen’s Whiskey, Team Whiskey apparel and ticket sales go to Team Whiskey Cancer Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. There will also be a bucket for donations.
“Our ultimate goal is to make this a national foundation,” Stang said. “There are areas where people do not have foundations.”
Team Whiskey Cancer Foundation strives to offer aid.
“Our own family’s encounter has led us to understand how immensely beneficial local cancer support groups can be, both emotionally and financially,” states the Team Whiskey Liquors website. “As a result, a percentage of every purchase is donated to Mary’s Team Whiskey Cancer Foundation. Your support enables us to assist families during their hours of need. Thank you.”
“When a family member falls ill, there’s a likely loss of income,” expressed Stang. “We step in to shoulder a bill of theirs, paying it off — be it rent or a cell phone bill. We make the payment directly to the service provider.”
Thus far, Team Whiskey has managed to accumulate $35,000 for Give Hope Reno, $22,000 for Giving Hope Cancer Baskets, and $6,000 for Moms on the Run.
At least 2,000 people are expected to attend.
There are currently 12 local and national whiskey companies participating in the Bonanza. Burger Me is donating bison and elk sliders. Furthermore, Beach Retreat and Lodge is contributing food pairings.
Beach Retreat and Lodge is also providing discounts on rooms with the use of a special code TEAM.
The other generous sponsors include Edgewood Tahoe, Mortgages for America, and Bone Maniacs.
In October 2017, the Team Whiskey concept started when Kevin Stang, Team Whiskey founder and Team Whiskey Liquors co-owner, was at Wrights Lake hunting during inclement weather.
Stang and his friends stopped hunting to warm up by the fire and drink whiskey.
The next day they joked about their intake and called themselves Team Whiskey.
“We thought it was kind of funny,” Stang said.
In March 2018, the spouse of Stang, Dr. Mary Glass-Stang, received a diagnosis of stage 3 metastatic ovarian cancer. A hospital stay of three weeks was necessary.
Team-Whiskey.com reports that, following the procedure undergone by Glass-Stang, the assistance of a physiotherapist was required for her to walk. However, scheduling issues arose.
The site states that the physical therapy was not enabling her to walk and if she was receiving care from a doctor or nurse, they would simply leave. “They failed to provide us with a walker, so we sought for one in an unoccupied room and took it back to her room,” it related.
Eventually, Glass-Stang was informed, “Your walks will be supervised by ‘Team Whiskey’ physical therapy.”
And Team Whiskey did.
At the end, Stang, their son Justin, and friends were wearing their Team Whiskey shirts.
Even the doctors and nurses who weren’t taking care of Mary would ask, “Hey, how’s Team Whiskey doing today?” Stang said. “It was bonding people together.”
Stang said it didn’t stop there.
“Patients would yell out, ‘Hey, how’s Team Whiskey?’ ” Stang said.
On the last day, Glass-Stang did 20 laps around the oncology floor.
“Through all doom and gloom Team Whiskey helped,” Stang said.
The slogan became, Team Whiskey, we endure.
“The positive reaction from nurses and doctors towards Team Whiskey was so overwhelmingly positive that it was clear it could bring people together,” according to the website.
Back in 2019, Stang and his son initiated Team Whiskey, a business dealing in apparel. This family-owned and managed business is proudly American.
By February 2023, Stang and Burrows began the bottling process for The Sportsmen’s Whiskey.
The mash composition is 75% corn, 21% rye, and finally, 4% of malted barley.
“Aged 5 years, non-chill filtered, and at 93 proof our bourbon gives you the complex taste profile from the spice of the rye on the front end to the smooth caramel corn flavor on the back end that makes you want to have another sip,” according to teamwhiskeyliquors.com/
The first batch they bottled was 1,200, said Burrows. In February 2024, they bottled 2,300.
“We’re pretty much doubling sales every quarter, which is good,” Burrows said.
It’s billed as a whiskey made by sportsmen for sportsmen and anyone else who appreciates a smooth pour.
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Rum River State Forest Wildfire in Minnesota: 225 Acres Scorched
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MILACA, Minn. — A wildfire that raged in east central Minnesota for much of Tuesday is finally under control, fire officials told KARE 11 early Wednesday morning.
Crews are still working the large fire near Rum River State Forest just north of Milaca.
According to the Minnesota Incident Command System, the fire grew to about 225 acres before crews were able to surround and contain the blaze.
The Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s Office were urging people to avoid the area near 230th Street, just east of Highway 169 as the fire spread throughout the day Tuesday.
Based on the information from the Fire, Weather and Avalanche Center, the fire was reported to have started at about 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday. However, authorities have yet to provide confirmation regarding the origin of the fire and when it was eventually contained or put out.
In light of several counties experiencing unseasonably warm winter temperatures and extremely dry conditions this year, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources recently enforced a burning ban. Currently, only permits that have been approved by the agency are permitted in Mille Lacs County.
More updates will follow as additional information regarding this developing story becomes available.
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Lemmy’s Ashes Enshrined at Rainbow Bar & Grill in LA: Motorhead Whiskey Launch Commemorates The Event
The late Motorhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister’s ashes are set to be “enshrined” at his favorite spot, the Rainbow Bar & Grill in Los Angeles.
There will be a ceremony held at the renowned venue on Friday, April 19, which will also include the introduction of a new Motorhead Whiskey.
The announcement was made by the Rainbow Bar & Grill through a sequence of social media posts.
One of the posts stated: “Please join us as we enshrine Lemmy’s ashes at the Rainbow Bar & Grill. We also request your presence to commemorate Lemmy and Motorhead with the reveal of the brand new Motorhead Whiskey.”
Lemmy was a regular at the famous pub and gig venue, where he is already immortalised by a life-size bronze sculpture. Also, the patio at at Rainbow was re-named ‘Lemmy’s Lounge’ in his memory.
The singer and bass player died in on December 28, 2015, at the age of 70.
It was later revealed that he had arranged for some of his ashes to be sent to some of his closest friends after his death. The ashes were delivered in bullet casings.
The bullet stunt was revealed by Riki Rachtman, a former host of MTV show Headbangers Ball. Rachtman shared a photo of the bullet via his social media. The casing was engraved with the name ‘Lemmy’ and placed on a black cushion in a transparent box.
Rachtman captioned the post: “Before his death Lemmy asked for his ashes to be put in some bullets and handed out to his closest friends.”
Now the Rainbow has confirmed some of the remaining ashes will have a place at Lemmy’s favourite haunt.
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Achieving the Perfect Homemade Vodka Sauce: A Chef-Approved Ratio Revealed
Vodka sauce should be near the top of your pasta repertoire. It’s easy to make, incredibly versatile, and never fails to punch above its weight in flavor. Here to help us fine-tune our vodka sauce ratios is Vincent Benoliel, owner of Pasta Corner restaurants in New York City and Los Angeles (and the upcoming Savta in NYC, opening in late February).
When asked what the right amount of vodka to use is, Benoliel told us, “You can use the 85-15 rule: 85% of the tomatoes, cream, and other ingredients vs. 15% of vodka.” When making a classic penne alla vodka dish, crushed tomatoes are the base while heavy cream adds substance. If you’re having trouble wrapping your head around the math, start by translating everything into the same measurement system. Since canned tomatoes tell you how many ounces are inside, measure the vodka and other ingredients in ounces to stay consistent and simplify the math.
“It’s typically around a fluid ounce of vodka per serving of sauce before it’s cooked,” Benoliel explained. While it may seem like alcohol is added to secretly get the whole family drunk, that’s not what the booze in your vodka sauce is actually doing to the taste. Benoliel said, “The alcohol evaporates during the cooking. If the sauce tastes too strong, it should be cooked a bit longer.”
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If the alcohol evaporates (and vodka is essentially flavorless anyway), what’s the point of adding it in the first place? Well, there’s more to vodka than just alcohol. Benoliel explained, “The impact is subtle, but it’s definitely there. The alcohol adds a bit of a punch to the sauce while balancing nicely with the fruitiness of the tomatoes — it’s a good flavor enhancer.” On top of flavor, vodka also contributes to the texture of the sauce. You end up with an iconically smooth sauce ready to slather itself on any pasta you like.
While any vodka will technically work, the best vodka for pasta sauce may not be what you’d expect. Your quadruple-filtered small-batch craft vodka is definitely a treat on its own, but you may want to think twice before cooking with it. Not only will most of it evaporate but its subtle flavors and smooth finish aren’t going to transfer to the dish as well as you might think. A bottom- or middle-shelf vodka will get you the same results at a fraction of the price.
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Mike Love from Beach Boys Kicks off New Family-Owned Rum Venture
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SAN DIEGO — For countless individuals, the Beach Boys’ music forms an integral part of their childhood memories.
In this Zevely Zone, I made a trip to Mission Beach to share some time on the sand with a true legend.
San Diego is renowned for its sunlight, surf, and sandy beaches, elements brilliantly translated into popular hits by Mike Love, co-founder of the Beach Boys. If San Diego is your hometown, you would probably remember the captivating Beach Boys concerts following Padres games.
Mike revisits our shores to advertise his newly launched, family-owned rum brand. On March 19, Club Kokomo Spirits, a company acclaimed for their award-winning canned cocktails, introduced an exclusive line of premium artisanal rums.
Mike once resided in San Diego. Notably, when the Beach Boys launched Pet Sounds, their album cover was shot at the San Diego Zoo.
“Our songs continue to warm hearts, drawing thousands to our concerts,” Mike stated.
In 2010, while the Beach Boys were on a strenuous national tour, Mike’s spouse, Jacquelyne, reminisced about a memorable date they had in New York City. “We were lucky to have a rare night off,” she said. “If he’s not sipping red wine, champagne, or an occasional beer, Mike has a penchant for mojitos. I teasingly call him my mojito snob.”
Legend tells that Mike was served the ideal mojito that night, which motivated him to create his signature “Koko” Mojito.
“This is how it all started,” said Brian Love.
Mike’s son presented us with a variety of their canned cocktails and the family’s latest innovation. “This is launching new this year, these are the three bottles of rum that we are doing,” said Brian.
Club Kokomo Spirits are developed in San Diego and Seven Caves Distillery. The distilling processes are managed by Geoff Longenecker, the founder and owner of small batch distillery Seven Caves Spirits.
Who makes the best mojito in the Love family?
“Oh, debatable,” said Brian. While Brian and Jacqueline, went head-to-head in a mojito mix-off, I asked Mike about marketing regarding a jingle for the rum. “Well, the jingle we did in 1988 went to number one it was called Kokomo, so that’s the jingle,” said Mike.
As for the winner of the mother-son mojito taste test, Mike closed his eyes and took of sip of both cocktails. “They are both good,” he announced. The 82-year-old Beach Boy is still creating harmony that’s music to our ears. “We want it to have the best vibrations possible,” said Mike. “Cheers!”
Club Kokomo Spirits produces award-winning rum and gin-based ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails and now a new line of artisan crafted bottled rums. The company prides itself on using high-quality ingredients, including natural sugars and flavors. For more information, visit www.clubkokomospirits.com. Kokomo topped the charts in countries around the world, hitting #1 in the US and Australia.
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Review on NY Distilling Co.’s Jaywalk Straight Rye Whiskey
Whiskey from New York state and New York City often invokes an image of rye before anything else. Rye cultivation and the subsequent distillation of rye whiskey have been significant in the Empire State’s history, owing to its climate that is favorable for growing hardy rye grain. Recently, the state’s distilling industry has been striving to fine-tune this legacy into a unique style, termed the “Empire Rye.” This term indicates that the whiskey must be distilled from at least 75% New York state-grown rye. Despite the lack of federal support, this definition is propelling numerous small distilleries to innovate, sometimes with neglected or revived rye varietals. An example includes the NY Distilling Co., located in Bushwick since 2011, focusing on producing spirits in NYC. Their latest Jaywalk Rye Whiskey series unveils a rye varietal rarely seen in the industry, Horton Rye.
This distillery was previously known for producing their Ragtime Rye whiskey, a younger product also made with NY-grown grain. Reflecting on the fact that the Ragtime Rye is no longer among the products listed on their website, it could be inferred that the new, more mature Jaywalk series is the successor, repackaged to better portray the company’s mission.
The Jaywalk series includes three distinct expressions: a “standard” straight rye at 92 proof with an impressive 6-8 year age statement, a bonded variant at 7 years and 100 proof, and a rare “Heirloom Rye” variant that is cask strength. Each of these is distilled from a mash bill of 75% New York rye, 13% New York corn, and 12% malted barley. The highlight of the series, however, is the unique rye grain itself. The mash bill merges Field Race rye, previously used in the Ragtime Rye, and the newly accessible Horton rye. The Horton rye is an heirloom varietal dating back to 17th century New York. It was almost wiped out before the NY Distilling Co. partnered with Cornell University’s College of Agriculture resurrect from seeds. The five-year revival began in greenhouses, transitioning to fields, and resulted in a rye that added special flavors to their whiskeys.
What we are looking at with the Jaywalk Straight Rye Whiskey is a well-aged, 92 proof rye expression with an extraordinary grain history. The $50 MSRP stands out too, considering it’s a huge bargain for a 6-8 year old rye from a craft producer. That price point for such well-aged rye from mainstream producers is already a kick. If it’s from a craft distillery, it’s an even bigger steal. As an aside, although I generally don’t dwell on package design or aesthetics, the octagonal bottles strike me as particularly elegant.
So let’s dive into the tasting.
The aroma of this rye represents a mix of familiar and more unique elements. The peppery notes common in rye whiskey are visible, yet they are coupled with a more earthy-sweet feature that isn’t found as often. The fragrance can be a bit musty intermittently, yet it is nicely balanced between sweet deep caramelized toffee and complex herbal/floral tones. Along with that, I’m also sensing pine, rye bread, and a distinct touch of mint. There are indeed many flavors, however, identifying all at first can be difficult.
Upon tasting, the mint resurfaces substantially, coupled with milk chocolate creating a hint of mint chip ice cream. The pure rye grain flavor merges with cracked pepper and also a peach/apricot fruitiness, mixed with a sweet, minty herbal character. However, the savory overtones of tobacco and cigar wrapper, in addition to damp grass, generate a more intricate profile. The flavor spectrum of this grain ranges from fruity, herbal to sweet which is absolutely captivating. Even at this proof point, the flavor is quite strong, punching a bit beyond its expected proof. If had to take a blind test, I would probably presume this to be 100 proof or even higher, considering the boldness of its flavors.
In conclusion, this is a very robust rye from NY Distilling Co., specifically remarkable for delivering exceptional value at a $50 price point, especially when considering the extensive effort invested in the revival of the Horton rye. Those interested in exploring the Empire Rye concept might want to give it a try.
Distillery: NY Distilling Co.
City: Brooklyn, NYC
Style: Straight rye whiskey
ABV: 46% (92 proof)
Availability: 750 ml bottles, $50 MSRP
Jim Vorel is a Paste staff writer and resident liquor geek. You can follow him on Twitter for more drink writing.
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Reflecting on Elizabethtown’s History: Art Linkletter’s Visit in 1974 and Rum-Runners’ Arrest in 1924
TV and radio personality Art Linkletter is presented with an honorary degree from Elizabethtown College President Morley Mays, as seen in this image from March 16, 1974.
This section features selected extracts and summaries of news articles from the former Intelligencer Journal, Lancaster New Era, and Sunday News. It highlights significant, newsworthy, or simply bizarre events from the county’s past.
In March 1999, it was announced that schools within Lancaster city were gearing up to transition to full-day kindergarten. School District of Lancaster Superintendent Vickie Phillips did not just make a private note of this but vocalized it publicly using a megaphone to ensure everyone was informed.
The School District of Lancaster was the first in the county to implement this change. Phillips had initiated a “Kindergarten Round-up Campaign”. The aim was to get all eligible city children registered for the upcoming school year’s kindergarten curriculum ahead of time.
Phillips anticipated to journey across the neighborhoods, street by street, through a van equipped with a bullhorn, publicly broadcasting the registration drive. She planned to be joined with different city officials, including Mayor Charlie Smithgall.
The big deal about this? Consider that kindergarten registration isn’t required by the law until the start year of school, leading to schools being unprepared for the influx of registrations. Thus, the push to achieve registration or be as near to completion as feasible during April.
Furthermore, if the mayor’s bullhorn didn’t provide enough motivation, a lucky draw for a 25-inch TV was also a part of it – everyone who registered a kindergartener in April was eligible.
In the headlines:
General admits sex with wives of subordinates
Serbs stand firm against Kosovo peace deal
Stuffy AOL taking charge of freewheeling Netscape
Check out the March 17, 1999, Lancaster New Era here.
Art Linkletter, a pillar of radio and early television, graced Elizabethtown College in March 1974, addressing almost 1,000 persons and receiving an Honorary Diploma.
Linkletter, who climbed to nationwide recognition with a 40-year stretch in broadcasting, is most remembered for the game show “People are Funny” and the talk show “House Party.” Both shows premiered on radio in the 1940s before transitioning to TV, where they ran well into the 1960s.
He talked about a documentary he had recently shot on the subject of refugees across the globe and his career as an entertainer. Additionally, he conveyed the anti-drug message he has been associated with during his later years by sharing the story of his daughter Diane’s demise, which he attributed to the use of drugs.
(On the 4th of October, 1969, Diane flung herself from a sixth-floor window, an act her father accused drugs, LSD specifically, of causing. Despite Diane’s public admission to drug usage, toxicology findings did not trace any LSD in her at the time of her death.)
In the headlines:
U.S. firms offer kidnap insurance
Ireland’s troubles go on and on
Israel, Syria duel flares in fifth day
Check out the March 17, 1974, Sunday News here.
In March 1949, Lancaster was preparing for the installation of its first parking meters.
State legislation had recently passed allowing third-class cities, like Lancaster, to establish parking authorities. Following this decision, Lancaster was taking the first preliminary steps towards an organized approach to parking regulation and revenue.
The initial steps included a comprehensive study of loading and unloading zones across the city, coupled with curb painting.
Later studies would determine how many parking meters the city would install and at what locations.
In the headlines:
Spy suspect indicted for looting U.S. files
House committee approves cut in liquor licenses
Magazines assail postal rate hike
Check out the March 10, 1949, Intelligencer Journal here.
In Prohibition-era booze news, a group of Harrisburg-based rum-runners were arrested in Lancaster County on March 16, 1924.
The three men were arrested near Florin while in the process of delivering 10 five-gallon drums of illicit liquor to a Lancaster man.
Following their apprehension, the suspects admitted to law enforcement a significant adjustment to their plan of action – due to the strict liquor laws in Lancaster city, they (including assumed other illegal alcohol providers) had moved to the county’s rural areas to deliver their “wet goods,” setting up rendezvous points with their Lancaster intermediaries, rather than directly transporting their products.
News highlights:
Charges are brought against the Attorney General
Flight around the globe commenced by U.S. airplanes
Check out the March 17, 1924, Lancaster Intelligencer here.
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Unveiling the World’s Best Vodka as Per the 2023 Tasting Alliance World Championship
Ramsbury Estate Vodka takes home the top prize at the Tasting Alliance World Championship.
Last month we went into extended detail about the new “World Championships” launched by the Tasting Alliance. You can catch up on the full story here. In short, it’s pretty much the Olympics of liquor tasting. The top-rated boozes from three of the industry’s most coveted competitions all square off against one another, to arrive at the best-of-the-best from any specific category, in any given year. We’ve already revealed the 2023 winners for bourbon, tequila, and scotch.
Today it’s time for vodka (drumroll please…):
Ramsbury Vodka is your World Champion of 2023. The award-winning product is blended and bottled on a bucolic British farm in the quiet countryside of Marlborough, about an hour’s drive south of Oxford. Distilled exclusively from wheat grown on the sprawling property, it exists as one of the UK’s only single estate vodkas. In fact, you can trace each bottle’s lineage back to a precise field of origin.
But that’s not the only distinguishing factor of this vodka. Its alcohol content is 43% ABV, a tad more than the usual 40% (or 80-proof mark) of many modern competitors. This provides the vodka with a stronger edge. Plus, it enables a more noticeable delivery of the citrus zest and aniseed undertones, enriching its overall flavor. In essence, you are experiencing the origin stories of the vodka in every sip.
This vodka’s competitive edge is the wheat used in its production and the clean water source, an ancient aquifer from the accompanying Ramsbury valley. Despite all the focus on its flavor, it might actually be the texture that genuinely captivated the esteemed Tasting Alliance judges.
This is an incredibly creamy vodka. Its high viscosity becomes even more pronounced when served super cold, simply garnished with a lemon twist. As a Martini, you would want it as dry as possible, eliminating the need for any vermouth-based alterations.
Overall, this is a refined spirit worthy of royalty. And we’re quite serious about that. King Charles—then the Prince of Wales—paid a visit to Ramsbury in 2017. So, they had that feather in their cap, even before they scored their own victory in the recently sanctioned Booze Olympics.
You can also visit the operation yourself. The estate houses a working brewery and produces several fine gins as well. A full immersive experience is offered on the last Friday of every month between April and September. Of course, if you want to capture the experience in liquid form, you hardly need a passport. Ramsbury Single Estate Vodka currently sits on American shelves for around $60 a bottle.
MARLBOROUGH, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 15: The Prince of Wales, Charles, tours Ramsbury Estate on December 15, 2017 in Marlborough, England. During his visit he met local school children and attended a reception for the estate’s tenants.