Posts Tagged ‘passion’

Prepare To Meet Your (Cocktail) Maker

Aug 31, 2010 Beer & Other Edibles, Events, Good People

What’s the difference between certified organic beverages and non?

Organic Nation Spirits

Well, besides the obvious, sometimes there is a special passion – of the organic pursuit variety.

I’ve recently had the uber pleasure of meeting and befriending Diane and David, Organic Nation Spirits. The gin and vodka they create is certified organic. Their passion is as clear as the delicious spirits they craft with great care and affection.

Good spirits, good beer, good wine. While we may all had our own affinities, it’s good to remain open minded to what makes other peoples’ clock tick tock.

Another common connection is the remarkable Joy and Bob of White Water Warehouse. In fact, this very day they are all on the Rogue River on a Martini Madness trip (no worries – imbibing happens at the end of the rafting day). If you’ve been reading you’ll know Joy and Bob invited me to be part of the inaugural Raft and Craft Trip in July (what a fantastic crew and trip!).

Meeting your maker can have a fun and not-6-feet-under meaning. And like Diane says, sip responsibly!

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Opera & Beer

Jun 30, 2010 Something To Think About

Mirella - come join me in OR for a beer!

I’m a later comer to Opera – perhaps. In the last – oh – say 4 years, I’ve become interested in it. Interested in the musicality of it (I have a big history and appreciation for singing), the performance aspect of it, and the sheer passion that it exudes. The music is moving, lively, engaging, and beautiful.

Don’t take my word for it though. Start listening to whatever kind of Opera music you like and go from there.

Here’s a fun article about Mirella Amoto and her path of passion to beer.

Mirella – let me know when you’re in Oregon next, pints on me. You sound like the kind of person I’d like to hang out with.

p.s. Canada is a favorite destination for me as well…

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