Events, Music, Art, Cocktails, Culture
Two of the spirits and Tiki cocktail world’s most respected figures are putting their names on the label of an exciting new release: Beachbum Berry’s Zombie Blend from Hamilton Rum. It’s the first joint rum project for both and is expected to hit stores and bars across America this summer.
I’m sure they exist, but it’s rare to find an Irish-themed Tiki cocktail. While we all enjoy sipping fine Irish whiskeys and quaffing a pint of authentic (not green!) stout or ale on St. Patrick’s Day, there’s always room for a complex symphony of booze, juices, syrups and bitters. We hope this new creation hits …
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Undoubtedly, it was a year many would rather forget – preferably by downing a few Mai Tais. If we take “hindsight is 2020” at face value, perhaps some day there will be positive lessons to be learned from last year’s many tragedies. Despite this, not all the news was negative in the modern Tiki revival. …
Continue reading “Year in the rearview: The Top 9 Tiki stories of 2020”
Importer Ed Hamilton has announced the arrival of a new blend bottled for the Florida Rum Society, soon to be available in retail locations across the Sunshine State. Plans call for the rum, a blend of Jamaican and Guyanese rums, to be distributed in 2021 to other states as well.
Updated Oct. 15, 2020 NEW: The Mai-Kai celebrates Hulaween 2020 with drive-in movie party after closing for renovations The historic Polynesian restaurant transported revelers to a socially-distanced celebration like no other, including an appearance by Appleton Rum’s Joy Spence. FULL EVENT RECAP News: Latest on the temporary closing Photos: Hulaweeen Drive-In Movie scene, costumes Tribute …
Pay homage to the canceled Tiki weekender with educational symposiums, online bingo, a special virtual event at The Mai-Kai, plus more.
Belly up to the home bar for Daiquiris of Hope, an attempt to put a small but loving spotlight on those influential establishments that are unfortunately dealing with a potential business disaster.
Check out our updated guide for links to dozens of establishments with online stores, including news on exclusive new releases.
Hurricane Hayward of The Atomic Grog blog and some very special guests explore the passing of the torch from Don the Beachcomber to The Mai-Kai’s Bob and Jack Thornton in 1956, and the key role of master mixologist Mariano Licudine in keeping Don’s historic Tiki cocktails alive and thriving for 63 years.
Once again, The Atomic Grog documented an entire 12 months of events in 2019, following the top Tiki and rum events, plus mid-century modern, surf and rockabilly music, Disney and other happenings of interest to the Tiki community. Check below for official artwork and links to the official sites along with our own unique coverage. …
Continue reading “The Year in Tiki 2019: Recap all the top events with photos and video”