Jet Cannon

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Muscle Up

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Thinking about owning that muscle car that you may or may not have been able to afford when younger but now is in the wheelhouse?  Google AI has some suggestions and a leading consideration is comfort.  We know that just getting in and out of the driver seat should be a consideration.  You may want to do some stretching beforehand. 

“Muscle cars were developed in the 1960s and are known for their performance and good looks. When considering a muscle car for a senior, you can look at things like comfort, visibility, and affordability: 

  • Comfort: Make sure the seats are comfortable and adjustable, and that you have lumbar support if you have back problems. 

  • Visibility: Check the exterior mirrors to make sure you have good visibility. 

  • Affordability: Classic muscle cars can be expensive, with some models selling for millions of dollars. A 2025 Ford Mustang starts at just over $30,000, while a 1965 Mustang GT coupe might cost around $50,000. 

Here are some classic muscle cars to consider: 

  • Mercury Cougar: A successful launch for Mercury, with 150,000 built in 1967. 

  • Dodge Coronet Super Bee A12: A mid-sized muscle car with a 390 hp V-8 engine. 

  • Chevelle SS: A popular muscle car that was available with a 454ci big-block Chevy engine in 1970. 

  • AMC Javelin: A pony car with a 360 cubic inch engine that produces about 350 horsepower.”  

If you have to ask about fuel economy, these aren’t the cars for you!

– Jet Cannon

Fumbled Football

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When your team scores a touchdown… Shot of tequila! And when the team misses that last second field goal to tie the game… Shot of something else. Spoon University suggests several beverages to soften the loss. Chamomile tea if no suitable tranquilizer is available. A Starbucks Double Chocolate Moga because why not? A Dark ‘n Stormy rum and ginger beer cocktail might feel right. Then there’s always lukewarm leftover beer. Until next week…. Cheers!

Fall Fun

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We were curious as to what the Interweb would offer up for an October cocktail we found several Black Old Fashioned’s. We picked the Black Barrel Old Fashioned from Cleveland Whiskey that tied in cold brew, tailgates, high-end cherries. Can’t go wrong with that.

Here’s the ingredients and their Web page right here.

Ingredients

  • 1 oz Whiskey of Choice
  • 2 oz Black Barrel Cold Brew
  • 1/4 oz Simple Syrup
  • 4 Dashes Angostura Bitters
  • Orange Peel
  • Amarena or Luxardo Cherry

Good Hurricanes

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Not the bad ones.  Good luck, Florida.  You may need to swill a good Hurricane on higher ground to calm the nerves.  

Located in the heart of the New Orleans French Quarter, Pat O’Brien’s is a prime destination for tourists who may not know its past as a popular speakeasy. That’s according to New Orleans Historical.  Pat O’Brien’s signature drink, the Hurricane, was invented in the 1940’s during World War II when manufacturing replaced distilleries, making whiskey scarce. To obtain a single case of whiskey, bar owners would have to order 50 cases of rum. The abundance of rum inspired employees at Pat O’s to create a new cocktail, and the Hurricane, a rum-based drink, was born.

Although the Pat O’Brien’s recipe remains a secret, here’s a close match:

A traditional hurricane includes:
-2 oz. light rum
-2 oz. dark rum
-2 oz. passion fruit juice
-1 oz. orange juice
-1/2 oz. fresh lime juice
-1 tbsp. simple syrup
-1 tbsp. grenadine
– an orange slice and cherry to garnish.

Made from scratch, your Hurricane will likely surpass most of the touristy pre-mix versions in the French Quarter.  

Enjoy and be safe out there.

– Jet Cannon

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Eat Your Young

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What we meant was… eat your way to younger.  Men’s Health has a nice summary of what to eat and how much of it to boost your health.  It’s worth reading.  Click here.

– Jet Cannon

Ultra Buzz

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Peet’s Coffee is helping us celebrate National Coffee Day on September 29th by introducing concentrated coffee.  While we weren’t sure we needed anything more concentrated than espresso, the bit below about an “indulgent espresso martini” did catch our eye.

“Ultra Coffee is crafted from Peet’s boldest and most versatile blend, Espresso Forte, and is the perfect addition to any beverage — whether it’s hot, iced, or even sparkling. For those feeling adventurous, add a splash of Ultra Coffee to craft an indulgent espresso martini, whip up a java-forward crumbly coffee cake, or spruce up an everyday latte.”  

This may be just what we need for Monday mornings.

– Jet Cannon

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Singin’ In The Shower

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This goes out to local musician The Savage. And not because it’s from AARP. Well, that’s part of it as he is no longer a spring chicken. Anyway, AARP has an article about music’s impact on brain health. In their report, “listening to and making music… can enhance a sense of well-being, reduce stress, facilitate interpersonal connections, modulate the cardiovascular system, improve balance and boost the immune system.” Seems like a good start.

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Out The Wazoo

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BuzzFeed shared some Boomer phrases that we are apparently known to employ.  Here are a few that we need to renew if we’ve stopped using them.  They’re what make us Buzzed Boomers uniquely us.  

“So, what’s the damage” when you get the check at a restaurant.

“I’m videoing this.”

Saying “Lemme ask you something” before asking a question.

The phrase “That’s the million dollar question.”

Saying “pot” instead of “weed.”

The phrase “I guess you hated it” when someone finishes their meal.

Saying you’re going to “zap” something when you microwave it.

The word “widget.”

The phrase “Out the Wazoo,”

And lastly, calling a remote control a “clicker.”

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Celebrating The Dirty Martini

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With politics in the airwaves and lighting up our phones, we went to Washingtonian.com to check out political cocktails over the years.  There are 13 from which to choose including The Nixon, the Biden Shot, and the F___ Trump Punch.  We’re highlighting the Clinton Martini given his recent speech to the DNC. 

“Restaurateur Alan Popovsky doesn’t remember which came first—the Clinton staffers or the Clinton martini. Either way, his former Adams Morgan hot spot, Felix, served the $3 Absolut vodka special to a young White House crew who spilled in every Wednesday night for the live Sinatra covers. “It was always a little dirty,” Popovsky says—of the martinis.”

Ha! Thank you Monica.

Cheers!

– Jet Cannon

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Oldster Rock

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AARP has an article about Baby Boomer playlists that may surprise you.  Boomers are voracious consumers of new, cutting edge music.  Not really.  Apparently there IS a bit of Drake, Beyonce, Post Malone and Taylor Swift but for the most part we’re mired in the music on which we grew up… Beatles, Billy Joel, Fleetwood Mac, Michael Jackson, and The Boss.  But, hey, thanks to those of you stepping out a bit and updating our image.  

– Jet Cannon

Let’s Get Small

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Happy 79th birthday to Steve Martin! Is there anything this guy hasn’t done? Stand-up, movies, TV, magic, bluegrass albums, books, plays, Tony’s, Emmy’s, an honorary Oscar….King Tut!