Category Archives: Classic Cocktails

Do Aperitifs and Digestifs Really Work?

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Ryan Murdock

 

One of the most interesting things about living in the Mediterranean is the culture of the aperitif and digestif.

Every country seems to have its own version. And exploring them is part of the fun of the region’s “slow food” culture.

The traveler side of me loves the stories behind these drinks, and their unique pedigree. The fitness enthusiast side is curious about one simple question: do they work? Is there any scientific truth to the tradition?

Do aperitifs and digestifs really work?

First, let’s take a look at how they stack up…

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The Five Classic Cocktails Every Travel Writer Should Know

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Ryan Murdock

 

Once upon a time, cocktail hour was an occasion. A sacred space.

When the work day ended, you visited your favourite bar to put a little distance between the office and home.

This was not excess; it was ritual. A quiet moment of reflection. In the words of Sinclair Lewis, a “canonical rite”. We lost this practice somewhere along the way. I think because we live in a society that has trouble controlling it’s appetites. What we’re talking about here is the opposite of Happy Hour.

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