The beginning of February meant a new Shaker and Spoon box. This month the spirit of choice was gin, aptly named Death by Gin. I was excited because the last two have both been whiskey-based (which I love, but was looking forward to trying something else).  When the box arrived, I opened it up to see what I was in store for.  I tend to keep it a surprise more or less.  Although Shaker and Spoon does describe its cocktails […]

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In January, I continued my mixology education with Shaker and Spoon. The theme of the month’s box was “Rye Oh My!” and all the drinks featured rye whiskey. No complaints here. The box arrived with a little less fanfare than last time but was still exciting to open. I love finding and pulling out all the little bottles and syrups. (Sidebar: the box also arrived the exact same day as my new portable photography light box so I immediately started […]

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Recently, I got it into my head that I would really like to take a mixology class or two. Ever artistic, I also love creative and fancy cocktails, and I thought it would be a fun way to shake things up as well as a way to learn a new skill. Shaker and Spoon was recommended to me by a friend months back. Basically, it’s a monthly cocktail club that sends the ingredients (minus the alcohol) to make three different […]

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