I can’t tell you the number of mids I fried who either did underage drinking there with a fake ID (never, ever a good idea), or started there and then did Things That Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time. The Acme probably has the highest word count in almost 3 decades of misconduct reports at USNA.Last weekend my wife and I went to the Acme bar in Annapolis, which is a favorite haunt of upperclass MIDNs. It's also where a lot of ARIs (Alcohol Related Incidents) tend to begin or end.
We met Bernie the bartender. My wife had a lager, and I had a pint of the black stuff.
I have three kids. One is 21, One (the Mid) is 20, and one is a 17 yr old.I can’t tell you the number of mids I fried who either did underage drinking there with a fake ID (never, ever a good idea), or started there and then did Things That Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time. The Acme probably has the highest word count in almost 3 decades of misconduct reports at USNA.
Next time, go to Levels on West St. or the Chart House for the great view and fireplace, should you require a beverage in a place NOT conveniently located at the top of a slope lined with banana peels and military bearing grease.
Corporate Walgreen’s should give SAF a kickback for all the business pointed to The Secret Liquor Store In The Back Of The Taylor Ave. Walgreen’s. No signage out front. I get tickled when SAF out-of- towners make this a part of their rounds.After my very unplanned Tuesday visit to Annapolis, I'll give an Old Fashioned (cocktail) review/opinion.
I picked up a bottle of Bulleit Bourbon at Walgreens at an incredfible price. At least compared to the prices at PA state stores.
I decided to try three different techniques to make an Old Fashioned.
I would give you all the boring details of what I did, but to cut to the chase... They all tasted the same. There are people who will fight to the death over how to make the 'perfect' Old Fashioned, but I can't tell a difference!
A little sugar. Bitters. Bourbon (or Rye). A splash of water.
I usually add an orange peel because of tradition. I made one without the orange peel. Truthfully, I couldn't tell the difference.
I will say that I do not care for muddled fruit in my Old Fashioneds.,
If you are new to bourbon/whishey/rye, or are nervous about trying these spirits out, I suggest you try this cocktail. Unlike many cocktails, an Old Fashioend is all about the base spirit. Very enjoyable!
I will say that my favorite Old Fashioneds have Rye as the base. I think the peppery/spiciness flavors are a good complement to the sugar added to the drink.
The BEST part is that my wife always asks me... "You went to Walgreens in Annapolis again? You know we have a Walgreens at home, don't you?"Corporate Walgreen’s should give SAF a kickback for all the business pointed to The Secret Liquor Store In The Back Of The Taylor Ave. Walgreen’s. No signage out front. I get tickled when SAF out-of- towners make this a part of their rounds.
Now, if they just had a bar tucked in there, with a name like “The Drugstore,” popping into the drugstore would take on a delightful new aspect.The BEST part is that my wife always asks me... "You went to Walgreens in Annapolis again? You know we have a Walgreens at home, don't you?"
My response... "The Annapolis Walgreems has INCREDIDIBLE cough medicine prices. It's well worth the stop."
This is the same reason I call one of my pillows "Jim" -- so I can say I hit the gym every day.Now, if they just had a bar tucked in there, with a name like “The Drugstore,” popping into the drugstore would take on a delightful new aspect.