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Tiki Mugs, Tiki and Polynesian Gods

There is a mythology that says the first women is created by Tāne the god of Forests and Birds; he names the first women Hine-ahu-one. The Polynesian mythology varies from Island to Island, being a fan of Hawaii, I’m more inclined to listen to the Hawaiian traditions and mythologies that tell of four Tiki Gods: [...]

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Rocks Glass, Old Fashioned and Lowball

Question of the day, what exactly is a rocks glass and why would you want one? The major confusion comes from the name “rocks glass” as it can also be called an “old fashioned,” “whisky” or “lowball” glass. The rocks glass is a short glass vessel/container, also known as a tumbler,  which holds between 4-10 [...]

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Brand Loyalties: Buying Your Favorite Beverage Brands

When it comes to gift giving and buying accessories for your beer, wine and general drinking needs, do you find you’ll purchase brands you know and love? Or, do you tend to buy brands that you want people to think you know and love. For instance, I’m a big tequila fan but there are very [...]

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Universal Measurement: The Shot Glass

Often considered a standard measurement, a shot glass has become an industry standard for measuring liquor. Of course, the industry is comprised of college students and other of-age mid-twenty year olds with nothing but time on their hands and an inspiration to drink. Okay, that’s not all exactly true. The Oxford English Dictionary first published [...]

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Holiday Gifts: Shot Glasses!

Another great holiday gift this year? Shot glasses! These may complement a bigger gift, say a bottle of Cabo Wabo Tequila or a crystal clear vodka. We’re not talking about a single shot glass, unless it’s really fancy, but a set of shotglasses or a few custom designed shot glasses. We checked out Discount Mugs [...]