Welcome to the companion blog for Old-fashioned: Classic Cocktails and Ancient Wisdom.
Each week, I’ll revisit one of the book’s 52 cocktails and philosophical themes, sharing my own tasting notes, occasional discoveries, and further reflections on putting ancient wisdom into practice.
Think of this as an ongoing conversation alongside the book rather than a substitute for it. Whether you’re following along with a copy of Old-fashioned or simply curious about the intersection of cocktails and philosophy, you’re welcome here.
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Week 1: The Old-fashioned–Philosophy is for Living
This week, I’m beginning where the book begins: with the Old-fashioned itself and a consideration of the practical value of philosophy. Before making the cocktail, I took a little time to prepare my workspace. I wiped down the counter, moved unnecessary objects out of the way as best I could, and gathered everything I would…
