A little taste of Kentucky on Memorial Day

I know, I know - where are the posts on France?
Believe me - they are on the way.
Currently all my creative writing skills are being utilized elsewhere...however, Chris and I made a recent discovery that felt blog worthy on this fine Monday.
Blanton's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.
Need I say more?
I feel like I am betraying my old friend Bulleit (for those who know me know I have an affinity for Bulleit) but for straight up sipping and to accompany tonight's steak - we are enjoying this fine spirit.
Made, bottled and labeled by hand - the quality is all there.
Until next time -

Sunday night mixology

Tomorrow is Monday and it's back to the grind. We are still trying to adjust to the time change from France, it was much easier the other way!
Tomorrow I will start to catch up on the posts from our trip. I took over 1400 photos in 11 days, it is hard to limit myself to the highlights.
After 2 weeks of exploring wine, tonight we return to the cocktail and our enjoyment of experimentation.
A combination of a twist on a margarita - slash - daiquiri (traditional style of course) we combine the juice of 1 lime with sliced jalapeño. Muddle the limes and jalapeños and then add a few pieces of ice, 1 ounce of simple syrup, 3 ounces of Patron silver and a 1/4 ounce of Laphroaig (to add just the right hint of smoke). shake it up and pour over some ice - this makes two.
We were a little short on simple syrup, so we added a splash of Grand Marnier to the top, I think it rounded the flavor out nicely!