Then Jesus cried again with a loud voice and breathed his last. At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two, from top to bottom. The earth … Continue reading The Temple Curtain
Tag: spirit
My Introduction to Mezcal
Tequila may get most of the limelight, but there’s nothing quite like a good glass of mezcal. The first spirit distilled in the Americas, mezcal comes from cooked and distilled … Continue reading My Introduction to Mezcal
Balance
Sweet rum with sour citrus, smooth bourbon with pungent herbs, peppery tequila with light cointreau, lime juice, and a salted rim— a good cocktail requires healthy contrast. I’ve written previously … Continue reading Balance
Chapter 2: Wisdom through the Spirit
…I did not come with eloquence or human wisdom as I proclaimed to you the testimony about God. For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except … Continue reading Chapter 2: Wisdom through the Spirit
Ghost Stories
It happened eight years ago, but I remember it like yesterday. The wedding had been a busy one. Between helping out at the reception venue, getting the groom to the … Continue reading Ghost Stories
When We Run Out of Words
There were no words as I sat by her bedside at the hospital that day. Having heard her full story, I was struck silent: there was nothing I could say to … Continue reading When We Run Out of Words
Where Does Liquor Come From Anyway?
On this blog, I frequently dive into more complex spirits and cocktails, but I want to take a second and answer a basic question: Where does liquor come from anyway? Well, to … Continue reading Where Does Liquor Come From Anyway?
Intersections Is TOMORROW!
Can you believe that the Intersections Festival is almost here? We’ve been preparing for months, and tomorrow is the big day. With all this in mind, here are a few … Continue reading Intersections Is TOMORROW!