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Perfecting the Gin & Tonic, Beer Cocktails, #almondgate
Dave Arnold spent seven years perfecting the gin and tonic, but he says he still has work to do. This week he guides us through his scientific process; plus, barman Jacob Grier shares some lesser known beer cocktails and we hear from an almond farmer about how California’s drought is crippling his industry.
By Evan Kleiman • • 57m ListenDave Arnold spent seven years perfecting the gin and tonic, but he says he still has work to do. This week he guides us through his scientific process; plus, barman Jacob Grier shares some lesser known beer cocktails and we hear from an almond farmer about how California’s drought is crippling his industry.
Photo: David L. Reamer
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