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Summer Cocktail Series: Traditional Mai Tai

August 20th, 2015 by KegWorks

There are few drinks more inspired by tiki culture than a traditional (and delicious) Mai Tai. While there are many versions, we’re partial to this flavorful preparation that combines premium aged rum with other tasty ingredients… more »

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Summer Cocktail Series: Absinthe Rattlesnake Fizz

August 13th, 2015 by KegWorks

Absinthe is a drink with a rough reputation. You’ve likely heard that it’s illegal, it makes you hallucinate, it can kill you, etc. All of this couldn’t be further from the truth. For more on that, check out… more »

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Summer Cocktail Series: Spiked Lemonade

August 2nd, 2015 by KegWorks

Here in Buffalo, it’s been blistering for the last couple of weeks. So for this week’s Summer Cocktail Series, we wanted to make something that would cool us down on the outside, and warm us up on the inside. We… more »

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Summer Cocktail Series: Grapefruit Gin and Tonic

July 28th, 2015 by KegWorks

Only one week left of Gin and Tonic July. Give this glorious month the finale it deserves with a batch or two of mouth watering Grapefruit G&Ts. Everything you need to make and serve this delicious concoction is in the recipe… more »

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Ice Ice Baby – Why Ice Matters as Much as the Cocktail

July 15th, 2015 by KegWorks

Craft cocktails have taken over, and they’re here to stay. All throughout the US, new trendy drinks are claiming clever names along with high prices – ranging from $15- $20 a drink in some cities. Even… more »

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Buffalo’s Best Bites #3 | Toutant

July 9th, 2015 by John Cross

Toutant is a southern style restaurant located on Ellicott Street in downtown Buffalo. The restaurant, which opened May 14th, is named after owner/operator Chef James Roberts’ great grandfathers’ trapping… more »

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Summer Cocktail Series: Classic and Frozen Daiquiris

July 8th, 2015 by KegWorks

This week for our Summer Cocktail Series, we’re featuring Daiquiris, the classic rum cocktail enjoyed by the likes of President John F. Kennedy and Ernest Hemingway. Like many classic cocktails, the origins of this drink… more »

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America's 75 Best Hot Dogs

June 29th, 2015 by Dan Myers

By Dan Myers on TheDailyMeal.com Ted's came in as #8! "The hot dog is one of those foods that’s nearly impossible to mess up. You heat it through, plop it on a bun, squirt on some mustard, and call it lunch. But… more »

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The Very Best Ice Cream Sundae Toppings Ranked

June 22nd, 2015 by BuffaloVibe

Ah, ice cream sundaes! Whether eating the entire thing by yourself, or sharing with your friends, you’re bound to have the discussion (or argument) of what should be added atop your ice cream scoops. With so… more »

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Summer Cocktail Series: The Moscow Mule

June 16th, 2015 by KegWorks

Those of you who read our blog and subscribe to our emails are likely aware of our ongoing Summer Cocktail Series. If not, it’s pretty simple: every week, we are featuring a different cocktail, highlighting some of… more »

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Buffalo’s Best Bites #2 | The Lodge

June 5th, 2015 by John Cross

The Lodge Bar and Grill, located in downtown Buffalo’s Chippewa Bar District, is a New American style restaurant/bar. The first thing one notices upon entering the eatery is the modern take on the rustic lodge. From the… more »

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Name This Cocktail, Win a Watermelon Keg

June 5th, 2015 by KegWorks

If you’re subscribed to our email list, you likely know about our Summer Cocktail Series. If you haven’t seen it, then I’ll just give you a brief rundown: for the remainder of this summer, we’re going… more »

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Buffalo's Best Bites #1 | ABV- Allen Burger Venture

May 19th, 2015 by John Cross

I recently had the pleasure of dining at another hot eatery to add to Buffalo’s ever-expanding restaurant scene. ABV or Allen Burger Venture, which opened St. Patrick’s Day, caters to the craft beer and burger crowd.… more »

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Get Your Margarita on this Cinco de Mayo

May 5th, 2015 by KegWorks

Cinco de Mayo – the 5th of May, the day the Mexicans defeated the French in the 1860’s in the city of Puebla de Zaragoza. A day not really celebrated in México but one that has turned into a fiesta in the nation…… more »

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Walnut Studiolo Leather Whiskey Case

April 21st, 2015 by Buffalo Dandy

For storing a special bottle out of the light or bringing it out with you, Walnut Studiolo’s Leather Whiskey Case keeps your bottle of whiskey or wine secure and discreet in timeless style. The… more »

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Spotlight: Scrappy’s Bitters

April 4th, 2015 by KegWorks

Scrappy’s Bitters was founded by Seattle bartender Miles Thomas. In his search for a better bitters, he dove headfirst into research and development, immersing himself in the world of herbs and methods of extraction. He… more »

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WNY Fish Fry Adventure: Breaded Or Beer Battered, But Never Broiled

March 6th, 2015 by Paul Crowley

The fish fry is a way of life in Western New York. In fact, since announcing that I would be featuring some of the area’s finest, many people have approached me with their favorite spots. Many of my friends from… more »

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National Absinthe Day: Learn Something & Drink Something

March 5th, 2015 by KegWorks

“News of a particularly ugly tragedy swept across the European headlines in the month of August 1905. A thirty-one-year-old man named Jean Lanfray, a Swiss peasant of French stock, had drunk two glasses of absinthe, taken… more »

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Are You Ready for National Margarita Day?

February 20th, 2015 by KegWorks

I absolutely love days that are dedicated to drinking. And I’m not talking about days that you personally dedicate to drinking, but the ones that our thirsty world - "and the powers that be" - determine… more »

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How To Stock Your Bloody Mary Bar For Maximum Deliciousness

January 6th, 2015 by KegWorks

“BEEP! BEEP! BEEP! BEEP!” It’s Sunday, 8:30 AM, and your alarm is being a real son of a bitch. You lay still for a moment, unable to will your body into an upright position of wakefulness. Then, it hits you...today… more »

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Introducing The Keg Style Stainless Steel Growler

December 5th, 2014 by KegWorks

Here at KegWorks, we pride ourselves on our growler selection. We’ve got classic clear glass growlers, amber growlers, stainless steel, ceramic, and a number of accessories to complement these glorious vessels.… more »

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6 Terrific Thanksgiving Cocktails

November 26th, 2014 by BuffaloVibe

It's been a rollercoster ride here in WNY these past couple weeks so there's no doubt that we are all looking forward to a bit of a break. After a hearty meal with family, friends, neighbors and in-laws, what… more »

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Terrific Tiki: Introducing Beachbum Berry's Navy Grog Ice Cone Garnish Kit

November 24th, 2014 by KegWorks

So, have you guys heard about all this snow we’re having here in Buffalo? It’s been pretty crazy. We’re a hearty bunch here at KegWorks, and it’s not like we haven’t seen this stuff before, but at… more »

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5 Fabulous Fall Recipes

November 7th, 2014 by BuffaloVibe

Fall is finally here, and the delicious seasonal cuisine is something that we look forward to every year. Living in a part of the country where we get to enjoy all four seasons is something we can all (mostly) appreciate.… more »

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Empire Brewing Strikes Bock with Hilarious Video

November 6th, 2014 by KegWorks

Empire Brewing Co. is a 20-year-old craft brewery out of Syracuse, NY. Among their stellar lineup of brews is a seasonal maibock lager, called “Strikes Bock.” Get it? Empire Strikes Bock? For the 0.2% of readers… more »

Summer Cocktail Series: Traditional Mai Tai

Summer Cocktail Series: Absinthe Rattlesnake Fizz

Summer Cocktail Series: Spiked Lemonade

Summer Cocktail Series: Grapefruit Gin and Tonic

Ice Ice Baby – Why Ice Matters as Much as the Cocktail

Buffalo’s Best Bites #3 | Toutant

Summer Cocktail Series: Classic and Frozen Daiquiris

America's 75 Best Hot Dogs

The Very Best Ice Cream Sundae Toppings Ranked

Summer Cocktail Series: The Moscow Mule

Buffalo’s Best Bites #2 | The Lodge

Name This Cocktail, Win a Watermelon Keg

Buffalo's Best Bites #1 | ABV- Allen Burger Venture

Get Your Margarita on this Cinco de Mayo

Walnut Studiolo Leather Whiskey Case

Spotlight: Scrappy’s Bitters

WNY Fish Fry Adventure: Breaded Or Beer Battered, But Never Broiled

National Absinthe Day: Learn Something & Drink Something

Are You Ready for National Margarita Day?

How To Stock Your Bloody Mary Bar For Maximum Deliciousness

Introducing The Keg Style Stainless Steel Growler

6 Terrific Thanksgiving Cocktails

Terrific Tiki: Introducing Beachbum Berry's Navy Grog Ice Cone Garnish Kit

5 Fabulous Fall Recipes

Empire Brewing Strikes Bock with Hilarious Video

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