The Journal

Working through Smuggler’s Cove, one cocktail at a time — newest first.

Don’s Own Grog

Don’s Own Grog

Entry 8 — Blackberry, nutmeg, and a dry little rum rhapsody.

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Navy Grog

Navy Grog

Entry 7 — Dare to compare: tart and bracing versus honey and happiness.

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Fog Cutter

Fog Cutter

Entry 6 — A handsome mug full of boozy lemonade and unanswered questions.

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Aku-Aku

Aku-Aku

Entry 5 — Pineapple, mint, Probitas funk, and an accidental agua fresca.

2 min read
Jet Pilot

Jet Pilot

Entry 4 — A Father’s Day spice bomb that broke the five-point scale.

2 min read
Peachtree Punch 2.0

Peachtree Punch 2.0

Entry 3 — Peachylicious, Painkiller-adjacent, and a pain in the ass.

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Mai Tai

Mai Tai

Entry 2 — The drink. The baseline. The five-star rum rhapsody.

2 min read
El Presidente

El Presidente

Entry 1 — An elegant baseline before things get more tropical—and dangerous.

1 min read