Washington Post:
The murky depths of old-school cocktails
Twenty-nine months ago, I published a recipe for the Aviation Cocktail, a classic drink from the early 20th century and one of my favorites. At the time, I called for gin, freshly squeezed lemon juice and maraschino liqueur, all stirred over ice and served in a cocktail glass. I also wrote that no one really knew why this drink was called the Aviation. Well, it turns out I was all wrong. (more...)

OnMilwaukee.com:
Uncorked: The worst bartender in Milwaukee
What's so special about bartenders? They're just people cowering behind the safety of a 4-foot barrier who tip a bottle of liquid upside down and pour it into a glass. Your total interaction with them can be as little as a minute or two. How hard can it be? (more...)

The Atlantic:
The World on the Rocks
People serious about cocktails are often afflicted with one quaint obsession or another, possibly involving vintage shakers or antique bitters. (more...)

Entertainment Weekly:
“Bartender Wars”: Another reason why you wished you had Fine Living Network
Oh, Fine Living Network. You taunt me with the words “Fine Living,” and now, with a show called Bartender Wars. (more...)