Liquid Wisdom
Alcohol doesn’t solve any problems. But then again, neither does milk.
Just A Spoon Full of…..
Today, coffee is good for you, say scientists. Tomorrow? Who knows. Let’s run with the idea that it is good and review a way to make it better for gut health, according to one gastroenterologist. Read all about it in this Well and Good article but we’ll cut to the chase. Add cinnamon. That’s right. Cinnamon. Anti-oxidants, a bit of fiber, plus a way to vary the taste. We tried it this morning and then ran a marathon. Well, we did try it. And we will throw it into rotation. The doctor says soy milk is another way to further benefit the gut during our coffee break. But what about cream and sugar?!
- Jet Cannon
My Favorite Cocktail, By John Lennon
Talk about the perfect finale to your next vinyl party, the Brandy Alexander, was a favorite of John Lennon’s, according to this article in All Recipes. First introduced in the 1920’s, Lennon made quite a scene at a live Smothers Brothers show back in the day after over-indulging in the cocktail that tasted to him like a “milkshake”.
No listening party coming up? The Brandy Alexander is a delicious dessert cocktail following any meal or event. Just don’t overdo it or they could still be talking about your antics 50 years later.
Here’s how to make it:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add 1/2 ounce crème de cacao, 1/2 ounce brandy or cognac, and 1/2 ounce heavy cream per serving.
- Cover and shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted, then strain into a chilled martini glass. Optional: sprinkle with nutmeg to garnish.
– Jet Cannon
Agave Vodka
Vodka is gin for children. That’s been our feeling. However, we’re now on the lookout for Weber Ranch Vodka. NBC-DFW reported the following:
Wheat, corn, potatoes and now agave. All things that vodka can be made from.
“We wanted to do something, crazy,” mused master distiller Antonio Rodriguez.
That crazy idea turned into Weber Ranch Vodka, an agave-based vodka “Born in Jalisco, Crafted in Texas.”
This unique approach to the classic spirit creates a flavor profile with a rounded finish, a smooth mouthfeel and citrus flavors from the agave plant, Rodriguez explains.
It’s the flavor part that caught our eye. Vodka mixes so nicely because it has no flavor of its own, in our experience. So a Weber dry martini or on the rocks just could be very interesting!
– Jet Cannon
Believe It Or Not
The Center for Disease Control says:
“Adults aged 65 and older need:
- At least 150 minutes a week (for example, 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week) of moderate-intensity activity such as brisk walking. Or they need 75 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity activity such as hiking, jogging, or running.
- At least 2 days a week of activities that strengthen muscles.
- Plus activities to improve balance, such as standing on one foot.”
- Jet Cannon
Light Up Or Leave Me Alone
Silver Sneakers shared this on their website. “According to a report issued by the U.S. Surgeon General, feeling socially disconnected can increase your risk of early death as much as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Technology may serve as a solution for those who live alone or can’t leave the house because of mobility issues. According to one small study, people ages 60 and older who were more fluent in social media tended to experience less loneliness. There are so many ways to connect. You can chat with someone on the phone. You can join clubs. You can go to groups. You can use technology. You can get on Zoom. You can simply turn to someone else and ask them how their day is going.”
Probably should avoid those hookah bars as a place to meet people.
– Jet Cannon
Ridiculous Abs
Shape magazine recently posted an article on a two-week plan to reduce belly fat. Now we are not confirming nor denying that this is an issue for us but we wanted to share the short version with Buzzed Boomers who may or may not have belly fat. Here are the abbreviated recommendations:
- Take a brisk walk before breakfast
- Eat oatmeal
- Select red fruits over green ones for more flavonoids (they must be good)
- Eat avocados
- Make plant-protein smoothies
- Eat eggs
- Drink citrus-infused water
And your problems are solved!
– Jet Cannon
Buzzed In Space
Today in 1961 Alan B. Shepard, Jr. became America’s first space traveler as he made a 15 minute suborbital flight aboard Mercury capsule Freedom 7. Alan, and three of his fellow Mercury 7 astronauts (Deke, Wally, and Scott) were smokers. So Alan likely had a few hits of nicotine before and after the flight. After a press conference in which three of Mercury 7 astronauts smoked onstage, inviting a question about it from the press, the astronauts were told to avoid smoking in public, because of the bad example it set. And they never smoked in space, as far as we know. Leave that to the Russians. Peggy Whitson, the NASA scientist who supervised the American science program for Norm Thagard’s mission to the Soviet space station Mir in 1995, was dismayed to find that the cosmonauts actually smoked cigarettes and drank vodka aboard the station.
– Jet Cannon
Running of the Kentucky Derby Mules
This weekend is the Derby. Mint Juleps anyone? If not, Vine Pair offers some variants. Click here. We like the idea of a Mule. Bourbon, not vodka, with ginger beer. So go wild. Go fast. Or slow like a mule.
- Jet Cannon
Porn Star In The News
Not Stormy. No. The Porn Star Martini is projected by Delish.com to be THE 2024 summer cocktail. 2020 had the Aperol Spritz, 2021 was the summer of Espresso Martinis, 2022 featured the Dirty Shirley, and in 2023 the Hugo Spritz was popular. Click here for their Porn Star Martini recipe. You’ll see it includes vanilla vodka, simple syrup, passion fruit, and Prosecco.
- Jet Cannon
Photo: Delish
Soldiering On Sober
We are drying out and slimming down after a nice, comprehensive tour of Key West bars and restaurants. That means we need some other activities to keep the fun going during sobriety. Aegis, the senior living company, has some suggestions to boost health and well-being.
1. Just Keep Moving
2. Socialize where other seniors hang out
3. Stay involved with friends and family
4. Get a pet
5. Use technology to stay connected with loved ones, other seniors, book clubs, and current events
6. Stay active with exercises like cardio, walking, and weights
7. Maintain positivity via a new hobby, volunteering, and taking time to enjoy the little things
8. Get involved with new things like new recipes, creating art, or going for daily walks
9. Make a difference. Volunteering comes in all shapes and sizes
10. Manage stress with meditation and exercise
- Jet Cannon
Moscow Mule Conspiracy
Those Russians are at it again by trying to give us copper poisoning. That’s right, copper mugs, like those often used to serve a Moscow Mule, and acidic drinks can be hazardous to your health. In fact, according to Tasting Table, Iowa in 2017 issued an advisory against serving Moscow Mules in copper containers. That said, “most people would need to down 30 mules in a day to reach dangerous levels. To stay on the safe side, opt for a glass. But if you really love the look of copper, you can find cups lined with nickel or stainless steel.”
– Jet Cannon
Shrooms, Weed, Mocktails and Kava Just Don’t Cut It
Alcohol is fun. Its consumption has serious issues but there really isn’t a suitable replacement for those of us who would love the good without the bad. This Vox article explores the options and their challenges in detail. There is no good answer.
Therefore, we call on scientists to get out the beakers and pipettes to create a completely new perfect drug. Please get busy.
– Jet Cannon
Three Feathers CBD Special Offer
Loyal and patient Buzzed Boomer readers, we’ve been on a “research sabbatical” exploring primarily tropical drinks in Key West. Unfortunately, we lost all our notes. But rest assured, there are some pretty tasty cocktails out there in Key West and funny t-shirts to go with them. As a consolation for not sharing recipes for some of our favorite beverages, our friends at Three Feathers CBD have a special offer. Buy a HP 2400MG Tincture and receive a free topical Balm.
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