I paired The Four Suitors with a Montecristo Platinum in honor of the royalty involved in the story and a Disaronno for its low ABV,
Author: Alice Rusalka
I love all things related to literature and storytelling, whiskey, art and cigars. I hope to build a community of passion and conversation here at Necessary Whimsy of people who enjoy a little bit of sophisticated fun.
Pairing Review: When Heroes Rise, Rocky Patel Decade and Dewar’s White Label
When Heroes Rise Written by: Trever Bierschbach Series: N/A ebook: 179 pages Publisher: Gray Raven Press Publication Date: 01/03/2019 ISBN-10: 1733559000 ISBN-13: 978-1733559003 Genre: Short
Artist Introduction: Chelsea Smith
I met Chelsea Smith of Art by Chelsea several years ago at the St. Johns River Festival of the Arts in historic Downtown Sanford. I
Did You Know? Whisky Flavors Like Wine
Each bottle of whiskey has its own distinct character so grouping them into flavor profiles, like wine, makes it easier to talk about them. How
Pairing Review: Werewolf Nights with The Tabernacle and Bulleit Bourbon
Werewolf Nights Written by: Mari Hamill Series: N/A Softcover: 216 pages Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing Publication Date: May 19, 2014 ISBN-10: 1457525747 ISBN-13: 978-1457525742
Did You Know: Mimesis and Literature
Prounounced “my-mees-is,” this ancient Greek term translated into English means ‘imitation’. The argument surrounding mimesis is the question as to whether literature is “true” or
Artist Introduction: Camilla D’Errico
Today’s artist is Camilla D’Errico, an Italo-Canadian who is part of the Pop Surrealism art movement. Pop Surrealism is a newer movement of artwork that
Sips Review: Fireball Cinnamon Whisky
Distiller: Sazerac Co, Inc. Infused: natural cinnamon flavor Region: Cananda Cask: American bourbon ABV: 33% If you haven’t tried it yet, just imagine what
Cigar Review: Romeo Y Julieta – Romeo #1
• Made by: Romeo Y Julieta • Wrapper: Cuba • Binder: Cuba • Filler: Cuba • Ring Gauge: 40 • Length: 5.5” I paired The
Book Review: The Pyre Starter
Written by: Jaimie N. Schock Series: The Last to Die Sequence in Series: Book 1 Publisher: Less Than Three Press Publication Date: March 27, 2019