There are five elements of flavor in any dish or drink: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, umami. (Those first four are pretty self-explanatory; umami is a somewhat elusive term that basically means “savory.”) The best flavor experiences combine as many of those elements as possible; while some are sure to stick out — in a cake, […]| The Art of Manliness
When you walk into a cigar shop, you’re faced with hundreds of options to choose from. How do you select a stogie that you’re going to enjoy? When choosing a cigar, you can really break the selection process into two parts. First, you’ll want to filter your choices based on your broad preferences in a […]| The Art of Manliness
Learn how to choose the perfect cigar.| The Art of Manliness
To truly appreciate a good scotch, a man must have an understanding of its rich history and the process that transforms ordinary barley into an extraordinary drink.| The Art of Manliness
While a poorly cut on cigar isn’t likely to ruin your experience (though it’s better to make the cut well), a poorly lit stogie will generally leave you frustrated and without the relaxing smoke you were looking for. The goal is to get the wrapper and the filler (the tightly rolled tobacco leaves inside the […]| The Art of Manliness
Made with whiskey, hot water, lemon, and honey, this warm cocktail remains entrenched in some people’s psyches as being a miracle cure.| The Art of Manliness