This is the perfect tableware for all you science nerds. Instead of drinking from plain old boring glasses, this kickstarter wants you to be able to drink from glassware that looks like it came right out of a laboratory. There’s a wine glass beaker, Erlenmeyer flask martini glass and even little beaker shot glasses.
They’re seeking funding on kickstarter with pledge levels of $60 or more getting you various combinations of this incredible tableware.
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It only took from the dawn of time until now, but humanity finally has a resealable, twist off wine cork, thanks to the efforts of cork manufacturer Amorim and bottle-maker O-I. The technology took four years to develop, most of which was spent ensuring that the wine’s taste, aroma, and color would remain unaffected. Isn’t 21st century technology AMAZING?
This kind of testing was necessary because the agglomerated type of cork used in the Helix is atypical of wine manufacturing. Since cork is cellular in nature, the presence of open spaces in a common, straight cork stopper is ideal—it allows the wine to fill those spaces, expand the cork, and form a tight seal. However, agglomerated cork is more granular, meaning fewer open spaces and less room for expansion. This would be a problem with a normal stopper, but the threaded design of the Helix creates its own tight seal, meaning oxygen can’t escape on the sides while the density of the stopper prevents oxygen from escaping through the cork itself.
The cork’s creators say it could be another two years before the corks, which are aimed at the “popular premium” $8-$15 wines, make it to store shelves.
(via Giz)
This drink is called “Death To Superman” and it’s made at EXP, which describes itself as a classy restaurant for the grown-up gamer. It was made as part of the Injustice: Gods Among Us launch event.
When geeks make drinks, even the directions are awesome.
Ingredients:
Superman-
1 part Red sourpuss
1 part Blue curacaoKryptonite-
1/2 oz Green creme de menthe
Energy drinkDirections: In a shot glass, carefully layer your blue curacao on top of the red sourpuss. Then, in a tall glass, add a mixture of 1/2 oz green creme de menthe and energy drink to taste. Standard issue drop shot, now with Kryptonian killing might. Drop him in and plan your world domination.
I’ll have two!
(via The Drunken Moogle)
Sculptor Etienne Meneau has created a series of carafes that are shaped like veins and can hold the contents of a full, 750mL bottle. I suppose if this suppresses your appetite, you can pretend it is a root system heading for an invisible tree.
Check out some demonstration videos after the jump.
If you’re a booze-loving chocoholic, these “Twice the Vice” cookies are for you. They offer booze-infused candy (such as whiskey, single malt scotch, tequila and bourbon as well as sweet chick drinks) in packs with varying themes.
Product Page: ($28-$44 via TA)
When the Emperor has had a hard day of unleashing Force lightning, I like to imagine he kicks back with a cold glass of Corellian whiskey. He would of course store his liquor stash in a gorgeous AT-AT cabinet just like this one – he doesn’t seem the type to spare expense. Seriously though, we saw this AT-AT booze cart in progress over a year ago. Now Colin Johnson‘s completed construction and added some fancy steampunk elements. It’s just perfect.
Check out more photos of this piece of art after the break.
Ian McCombe likes mixing drinks and Game Of Thrones and he’s dedicated a Tumblr to the efforts. This week, he has a very aptly named drink.
“The Young Wolf”
Ingredients:
4oz Mountain Dew White Out
1oz Lemon Juice
1.5oz Vodka
1.5oz Pama Pomegranate LiqueurMix the White Out, lemon juice and vodka. Slowly pour over the Pama liqueur to layer. Serve and enjoy.
You can check out more Game of Thrones-themed drinks at his Tumblr. We know this show has driven more than one of us to drink.
When you’re watching Game of Thrones, it’s important to make sure you keep track of which glass of mead or wine is yours. Use these handy house sigil wine charms to keep it straight. Please don’t get into any bloody battles over who gets which house though; just drink and be merry. King Robert would have approved.
See a picture of the entire set after the break.
The Alamo Drafthouse has introduced a new pair of wines inspired by Silence of the Lambs as a follow-up to their Princess Bride wine. You’ll be able to choose from either Suit Yourself Pinot Grigio or The Cannibal Chianti for $32 each or pick up the pair as Lecter’s Package for $75 which includes a recipe guide, fava beans, and a bottle of lotion.
Suit Yourself Pinot Grigio
“Suit Yourself Pinot Grigio” is a 2012 vintage with a mixture of fruit from California’s Central Coast and inland vineyards. It offers a lush bouquet of tangerine and orange blossom. The palate starts with a crisp entry and a velvety mouth feel that bursts into flavors of tropical peach and Mexican limes with just a hint of honey, leading to a zesty, citrus-laced finish.The Cannibal Chianti
“The Cannibal Chianti” is a DOCG wine from a vineyard situated between Florence and Sienna. It is a blend of 85% Sangiovese, balanced with smaller contributions of Canaiolo and Malvasia del Chianti. The nose is loaded with dark berry fruit with bass notes of allspice and baked quince. Its mouth feel is medium-bodied and well balanced, with savory plum and tobacco leaf notes leading to a slight sandalwood finish.
Order now and be sipping like a psychopath in no time.
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You never know what novelty wine you’ll see next. We’ve seen bottles from The Princess Bride, and now Vinport.com is bringing you three Star Trek: The Original Series wines. All three options are a blend of reds such as Merlot, Sangiovese, and Cabernet Franc – it’s made in Sonoma. The special part about this booze is the label; each bottle features art by Juan Ortiz. The images represent three popular episodes: “The City on the Edge of Forever,” “The Trouble with Tribbles” and “Mirror, Mirror.”
You can pre-order now to receive the bottles at the beginning of August.
Product Page ($24.99 via PR Web and Eater)
