tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-48368949525908521142024-02-20T23:47:00.636-05:00Drinking KnoxvilleDrinking-in Knoxville one day at a time.Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.comBlogger510125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-1297567258015744002015-12-20T13:18:00.001-05:002015-12-20T13:18:35.192-05:002015 College Football Bowl ChallengeThe 2015 College Football Bowl Season is underway. In case you missed it there were 6 bowl games on 12/19/15 to get us started. Six down, 487 more to go. Actually there are 40 bowl games this season, five more than 2011 when I first attempted (and completed) the challenge.<br />
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I do not know if I will complete all games this season but so far I am on pace at this early stage. It takes more time and effort than you would think, we will see. Cheers.Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com1Knoxville, TN 37901, USA35.9604682 -83.91941509999998110.438433700000001 -125.22800909999998 61.4825027 -42.610821099999981tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-33790905578680725762015-09-27T08:57:00.002-04:002015-09-27T08:57:28.630-04:00Sports Bars / NFL Sunday TicketWho has the best sports bar in Knoxville? Must include NFL Sunday Ticket to be eligible, I mean come on.<br />
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Ever since Latitude 35 closed downtown I have been looking for a place to watch out of market NFL games, sorry Titans. Wild Wings is supposed to open another location downtown soon but until then I need a convenient place to drink and watch the games. <br />
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Mellow Mushroom? Fieldhouse Social? Please add favorites via comments, thanks.<br />
<br />Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-2220329359311860972015-09-13T11:05:00.002-04:002015-09-13T12:56:25.239-04:00Day of Rage IVSo this is a few months late but it's not like we are on top of things around here lately. This year went slightly better than 2014, meaning no bodily harm to any participants. There were three finalists this year, not four. Order of finishers: HL, LVL, M. Everyone agrees that this should be our last D.O.R., though months after the debacle there is talk of a 5 year anniversary edition next year with cask strength Maker's to mark the occasion. WTF? We will see. There are before and after (bottle) photos but Blogger or my laptop are not cooperating today - the first time in over a year when I decide to post here, figures.<br />
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Prick points were assigned, trinkets were awarded and a badge of valor was on display straight from Loretto, KY. Then more prick points were awarded throughout the day. Lies are being spread at this very moment that yours truly is odds on favorite for 2015 POY but I can assure you this is a highly disputed farce of shit. The new POY trophy is missing some qualified, overdue names who are more worthy of this title. <br />
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Let's see how it goes this year. Lurid details to follow...Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-67536693542367867162013-04-19T14:16:00.000-04:002013-04-19T14:16:00.602-04:00Eve of RageThe 2nd Annual Day of Rage is tomorrow, 4/20. Not what you would normally expect for that particular date but it works. This will be my first experience as a participant, one of only three confirmed, though others have been invited. There will be spectators too.<br />
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What is the Day of Rage, you ask. I hardly know myself. According to my written invitation it states "...three grown men will each consume a bottle of delicious Maker's Mark Whisky. What will follow is a terrifying descent into madness and debauchery". So there you have it, debauchery and madness. And drunkenness. There are also mentions of food, refreshments and yard-gaming. Not to mention poetry at halftime, whatever that means.<br />
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I like it. Looking forward to it. Hopefully we all survive and I can provide an update of events soon. Until then, cheers.Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-20280030479881174132013-03-12T19:31:00.000-04:002013-03-12T19:31:11.480-04:00Fuck The CommiesCommie subterfuge.<br />
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These automated spam attacks have gone on long enough, proving yet again how the acts of just a few can ruin a good time for everybody. So thanks, Commies, comments have been disabled. Not that comments and reader feedback were a big part of this blog anyway. Still, it annoys me to see those shit-languages written all over my drunken posts. Fuck off losers. I've got too much work and drinking to do to keep cleaning up your shit.<br />
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release, Leaving Nothin' Behind. Show begins at 8 PM. More details <a href="http://tinroofknoxville.tunestub.com/show.cfm?id=93106&cart" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-89684227706435924052013-02-28T20:37:00.001-05:002013-02-28T21:43:50.567-05:00Don't Call It A ComebackThey've been here for years. Maker's Mark. 90 proof, unique and unwavering. Then they almost shit the bed and lost their customers.<br />
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Any bourbon drinking person I know heard the calamity that blew up roughly a month ago: Maker's made the huge announcement about reducing alcohol content to keep up with demand then all hell broke loose. Apparently their researchers didn't bother noticing what happened when Jack Daniels did the same thing several years back, resulting in ridicule and lots of loyal drinkers jumping ship. At least Maker's didn't gin up some false report saying their consumers demanded a more mellow, easy to drink whiskey like JD tried to foist upon us.<br />
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So after a week of public scorn, social media whipping and plenty of their previous PR efforts turned against them they came to the realization that things might be just fine the way they are. A logical choice for once. I applaud you, Maker's Mark. You made a bonehead decision and had the guts to admit it. Cheers.<br />
<br />Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-38139815142791229142013-02-25T20:53:00.002-05:002013-02-25T20:53:54.207-05:00Oh BoyThat's my favorite sandwich at Tomato Head, the Oh Boy. Fresh spinach, chicken, Benton's bacon, sun dried tomato, heated on fresh bread with poppy seed dressing, mayo and Monterey jack cheese. Oh shit, oh boy! It's hella good.<br />
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Yeah look, I know it's been too long since the last update. Tired excuses aside, I would like to be here more vs. my hellish job. BRB.<br />
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<br />Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-61977823661654147652012-12-27T21:57:00.000-05:002012-12-27T22:02:26.538-05:00It's the Holiday Season, Have a DrinkAnother year gone so fast, don't waste the rest of it thirsty. <a href="http://www.knoxville.com/news/2012/dec/27/knoxville-nightlife-new-years-eve-2012/" target="_blank">Knoxville.com</a> has listed a few places to consider for NYE or sooner. Don't forget the DK listings right here, starting below the Drunkards and glass of whiskey.<br />
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CheersMackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-7021626445984297442012-11-20T13:36:00.002-05:002012-11-20T15:56:40.081-05:00Tin Roof, Redbull Play and Destroy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Play and Destroy is a collegiate student vs. student music battle where all you need is an iPod, creativity, and a solid song list. Competitors are given categories ex. best make out song, stripper anthems, singing in the shower, etc.<br />
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-Build a playlist with your best song for each category and battle your opponent for the grand prize.<br />
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Play and Destroy will take place November 27th at Tin Roof Knoxville on the Strip<br />
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Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-7546045577257220632012-11-15T12:53:00.000-05:002012-11-15T19:23:09.907-05:00Drunken Jukebox 9<em>Behold the Drunken Jukebox: Music to Motivate Your Liver. A little bit country, a little bit rock ‘n roll, punk, rap, hip hop and pop crap, old or new– all musical genres and periods are open for exploitation. Quarters and crisp dollar bills not required.</em><br />
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Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-35312788477986402312012-09-24T21:22:00.002-04:002012-09-24T21:22:37.209-04:00Whoa now, easy thereThis one made me cringe more than a bit when I heard about it. The News Sentinel ran a story about an <a href="http://www.knoxnews.com/news/2012/sep/24/ut-fraternity-suspended-over-graphic-alcohol/" target="_blank">unfortunate student incident</a> this weekend that is definitely in the WTF category. I will continue to inebriate myself the old fashion way. More on the subject <a href="http://gawker.com/5528131/butt+chugging-what-is-it-and-whos-doing-it" target="_blank">via Gawker</a> if you just have to know.Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-26250622631654632852012-09-21T10:11:00.000-04:002012-09-21T10:11:05.356-04:00This is Not a Drinking Knoxville Post<a href="http://kissingsuzykolber.uproxx.com/2012/09/this-is-not-a-john-skelton-post.html" target="_blank">This is a Kissing Suzy Kolber Post</a><br />
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<a href="http://kissingsuzykolber.uproxx.com/" target="_blank">via</a>, you guys are awesome.Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-39453371572491688962012-08-16T23:55:00.001-04:002012-08-16T23:55:55.295-04:00Gnome ImprovementsLooks like the Roaming Gnome Pub on Cumberland Avenue in Knoxville is undergoing some outdoor renovations (not Stefano's). I noticed some workers on their patio the other day and figured they were sprucing up the place in preparation of football season. Fairly obvious but I was going to contact them via their website to ask for details only to discover that it has lapsed and is now Blackjack En Ligne. After a search it appears they are going the Twitter/facebook route. Fine.<br />
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So if you want to know what's new you're going to have to visit in person and see what the hell is going on. Or just drink at home and play online Blackjack. <br />
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Mackeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11219778438502015394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4836894952590852114.post-83093294563439758942012-08-09T19:47:00.000-04:002012-08-17T18:44:27.664-04:00Buzz BallzYes! We have another novelty alcoholic beverage: Buzz Ballz. Not blue balls or anything from <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uv_a8GbjN-o" target="_blank">Dr. Evil</a>, just 20% booze in your favorite flavors to get the party started. I just saw these in New Orleans for the first time so I'm not sure if they are available in K-town or not - I'm just not that hip or "with it". It really isn't that surprising to see, this kind of kind of newbie-marketing happens all the time. There is always a new batch of 21 year olds (or younger) getting their drink on, and tooters, jello shots, fruity wine coolers, frozen pouches and party balls have been around for decades. I doubt it will change anytime soon and I'm glad.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Met some cool folks from Memphis there with ties to Knawksville</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Famous Door G & T - famous for overpriced drinks! Good times though.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Erin Rose - outside lighting caused too much damn glare.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dated sign inside Erin Rose</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yes, that is a working payphone</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Keg seats kick ass at Erin Rose</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ascot Cup, weighing in over 1200 ounces of silver</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial', 'sans-serif';">The first Pre-Season NFL game is this Sunday night at 8p.m. It's the annual Hall of Fame game featuring the Arizona Cardinals at the New Orleans Saints. Rooster’s will be having $14 Miller Lite buckets and as always the best wings and pizza in town (their words, not mine). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial', 'sans-serif';"><o:p>The game will be aired on the NFL Network so don't look for it on ESPN or the networks. I have yet to upgrade my cable sports package therefore I will be watching a bar. There seems to be quite a few Saints fans in Knoxville but I dare you to find a single Cardinals fan - I may be the only one in town. The Bird has a lone UT Volunteer on their roster, NT <a href="http://www.azcardinals.com/news-and-events/article-2/Williams-Shapes-Up/dc15bd6a-6993-449a-bce7-7be530c9cb6a" target="_blank">Dan Williams</a>. The Saints double that with two, Turk McBride and Jabari Greer. </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial', 'sans-serif';"><o:p>We all know the preseason is crap but it is a welcome reminder that the real thing isn't too far away. Who do I tell that I'm ready for some football now that Hank Jr. is gone?</o:p></span></div>
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Hey drunkards, we found a new place to get loaded in Gatlinburg – it’s <a href="http://sherlockholmesgatlinburg.com/" target="_blank">Sherlock Holmes Pub</a>, just off the main drag in a great location. Renowned drunkard Atlas discovered the spot and gets full credit in the record book: 10 points. <br />
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LVL and I ventured for lunch/early drinks and were impressed by most everything. The British décor obviously fits, it’s clean (and new), has a great patio and the service was excellent. Drink prices are modest and the food was acceptable, though a hand battered fish & chips entrée would be much nicer.<br />
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They are still getting settled in so I expect things to be even better the next time we visit. Definitely worth a try the next time you’re in G-Burg, try the beer. Cheers.<br />
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Sherlock Holmes Pub<br />
651 Parkway #110<br />
Gatlinburg, TN 37738<br />
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The SWBC team hosted a private tour on Monday that featured the new batch plus some other drafts left over from the previous regime. Marble City items such as glasses, t-shirts, decals, etc. are being liquidated at a rapid rate as most locals recognize the defunct brand as collectors’ items. The new logo looks just as good if not better and they already have t-shirts and such with more on the way. <br />
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The tasting room remains unchanged for now but I hear there are plans to redo that room and add a seating area outside on a newly designed patio. There will be plenty of room for group outings such as business meetings, socials, birthday parties, etc. I don’t think they plan to operate as a bar/pub or serve food but groups can cater in or coordinate a food truck if they need to. <br />
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Saw Works team pictured below, good luck guys!<br />
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<em>Rumors have been flying fast and furious about the demise of Marble City Brewing Company, but all those rumors were woefully premature. Marble City isn't dying, it's just rebranding itself as Saw Works Brewing Company, so named because the site of their brewery on Depot Street was once Wallace Saw Works. Co-owner Johnathan Borsodi declined to comment about the reason behind the name change, but one likely guess is that it's due to an ongoing trademark lawsuit filed by New Mexico's Marble Brewery.</em><br />
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<em>Borsodi says the name isn't the only thing changing at MCBC, either. The company has replaced its brewmaster with Dave Ohmer, formerly of Downtown Grill and Brewery, and will now focus exclusively on English-style ales. Borsodi says Ohmer has already begun brewing, and the first batch, a pale ale, will be ready to drink in a couple of weeks. The beer will also be made from locally sourced grains, making the beer even more local.</em><br />
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<em>"We're excited to bring Dave on board," says co-owner Adam Palmer. "He's a longtime member of the Knoxville brewing community, and we look forward to making the best English-style ales possible."</em><br />
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Summer Line up!<br />
It's almost summer and that means it's time for new flavors on our taps! Try a Lazy Magnolia Southern Pecan, Sweetwater Roadtrip, Sam Adams Summer Ale, Pacifico Cerveza, Somersault Seasonal, 1554, Sierra Nevada Draught Style Pale Ale, Brooklyn Brown Ale, or a Dos Equis Lager Especial. Of course, all of your old favorites are still here as well! Stop by and try a new favorite, or enjoy an old favorite!<br />
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