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Natter 70: Hookers and Blow

Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, duct tape, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.

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juliana - Apr 25, 2012 4:44:12 pm PDT #2394 of 30001

I’d be lying if I didn’t say that I miss them all tonight…

What's a good gin, bearing in mind I really only like it in gimlets?

You'd probably like Hendrick's, -t. It's infused with rose & cucumber after distilling, so it's considered a "distilled" gin (which is a ridiculous designation for a distilled liquid, but whatevs), and is much less juniper-y/dry/high-proof than your London dry gins, like Tanqueray or Broker's. I'm not a big London dry fan, but I love me some Hendrick's.

Tom Scola - Apr 25, 2012 4:50:47 pm PDT #2395 of 30001

Remember that the frontier of the Rebellion is everywhere. And even the smallest act of insurrection pushes our lines forward.

Jewel Staite’s new show on the CW, The L.A. Complex, literally got the worst TV ratings ever.

-t - Apr 25, 2012 4:57:45 pm PDT #2396 of 30001

I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration

Intriguing! Thanks, juliana, I will look for that.

I recorded that show last night but haven't watched it yet, so I suppose I'm part of the problem.

bon bon - Apr 25, 2012 4:58:17 pm PDT #2397 of 30001

It's five thousand for kissing, ten thousand for snuggling... End of list.

I've strained my lime cordial and now I'm trying it with some fizzy water, but I can't tell if it tastes right.

Did you let it sit for another 24h after straining?

I did watch a half hour of the LA Complex, and it was totally worth it for Paul F. Tompkins. I know ita likes that show, and it got warm reviews.

-t - Apr 25, 2012 5:00:54 pm PDT #2398 of 30001

I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration

I did not, bon, but it's back in the fridge and sitting now. I will check for deliciousness tomorrow.

quester - Apr 25, 2012 5:03:41 pm PDT #2399 of 30001

Danger is my middle name, only I spell it R. u. t. h. - Tina Belcher.

I don't think I even knew that show existed.

ION, the job I was interviewed for on Monday and expected to start on today was first postponed until tomorrow and I just noticed an email from the temp company that they won't be ready for me til Monday.

It's actually ok, I seem to have come down with a cold and an upset stomach, so I will lie low and watch Microsoft Office training videos to get ready.

lisah - Apr 25, 2012 5:16:20 pm PDT #2400 of 30001

Punishingly Intricate

but I love me some Hendrick's

I second this! I didn't think I liked gin but I love Hendrick's. Especially with St. Germaine. Yum!

bon bon - Apr 25, 2012 5:18:21 pm PDT #2401 of 30001

It's five thousand for kissing, ten thousand for snuggling... End of list.

I have to strain out my lime cordial tonight, too, as well as my attempt at kumquat cordial/syrup.

-t - Apr 25, 2012 5:25:01 pm PDT #2402 of 30001

I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration

Kumquat, eh? That sounds like a good idea.

Two strong endorsements for Hendrick's! I think I can swing by BevMo tomorrow and see if they have any.

bon bon - Apr 25, 2012 5:34:24 pm PDT #2403 of 30001

It's five thousand for kissing, ten thousand for snuggling... End of list.

I couldn't make the NYT recipe using kumquats since they don't provide enough juice. But I combined peels and some flesh (for the bitterness) in a light syrup, macerated for a day, strained it and it's pretty good. Very noticeable kumquatty-bitter aftertaste, though.

ETA: I just combined it with some marginally drinkable wine for a sangria experience. It's, shall we say, too drinkable.

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