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The Best Easy Tailgate Cocktails
Football season is here and along with it comes tailgating. Make it fun with these easy cocktails!
Fall is footballing season, and with football – comes tailgating. For those not in the know, it is a is a social event and cultural tradition involveing gathering around vehicle in or near the game. The timing can be before, during or after the game (or festival or concert). Food, drinks, music and taking a little sports smack is part of the tradition. Here are the best easy tailgate cocktails to make the event a little extra exciting.
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Grapefruit Beergarita
Beer in the mornings can be seen as a bit rough? So why not up the game blending a little fruit (breakfast food) and a margarita (crazy fun). This make ahead will be a hit with you and your guests.
Ingredients
- 2 cups ruby red grapefruit juice
- 1/2 cup tequila
- 1/4 cupe agave nectuar
- 2 tsp lime zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lime uice
- 2 (12-oz each) bottles pale lager beer
- Limes and grapefruit slice for garnish
Create
- Combine grapefruit juice, tequila, agave nectar, and lime zest and juice in an airtight container
- Store mixture in refrigerator or cooler
- To serve, pour mixture into a 2-quart pitcher
- Add beer; stir until well combined
- Serve in ice-filled glasses
- Garnish with lime and/or grapefruit, if desired
Breakfast Sangria
If yo are going to start tailgating in the morning with brunch – why not make a classic breakfast mashup? The breakfast sangria brings the fresh, fruity taste to the event and provides fresh fruit for the morning.
Ingredients
- 1 Pink Grapefruit
- 1 Navel Orange
- 1 Lime
- 1 Cup Cointreau
- 750 ML Bottle Prosecco
- 12-24 Oz Plain or Grapefruit Sparkling Water
Create
- Slice the citrus fruit into half moons
- Add the fruit to a large pitcher with the Cointreau and the Prosecco
- Squeeze in the juice of one lime
- Cover the pitcher tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight
- When ready to serve, top off the pitcher with sparkling water and serve with lime or orange wedges
Tailgate Mai Tais
The weather doesn’t always cooperate with tailgating. So why not pour a little tropical sunshine into a glass and warm everyone up?
Victor J. Bergeron, also known as Trader Vic, claims to have invented the Mai Tai in 1944 at his restaurant in Oakland, California. The story goes that he created the drink for his rum-loving friends who didn’t like the taste of raw rum. Bergeron presented the cocktail to two friends from Tahiti, Ham and Carrie Guild, and after the first sip, Carrie is said to have exclaimed, “mai tai-roa aé”, which means “out of this world – the best!”
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Ingredients
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 3 fluid ounces pineapple juice
- 2 fluid ounces orange juice
- 1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger spiced rum
- ½ (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger coconut-flavored rum
- 1 teaspoon grenadine syrup
Instructions
- Combine pineapple juice, orange juice, spiced rum, coconut rum, and grenadine in container
- Shake/stire vigorously
- Strain into a ice filled glass
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Madras
Bring a little exotic, warm fun to with this drink! This drink, named after the former name of Tamil Nadu in India (where the clothing print was developed) created in the 70s was a popular drink among the jet set and party crowd. When not add it to your tailgating fun?
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 3 oz cranberry
- 1 oz orange juice
- orange slice for garnish
Create
- Fill glass with ice and pour over vodka
- Add cranberry juice and stir well
- Top with orange juice, stir briefly
- Garnish with orange peel
Positive Medical News About Marijuana And Moms
Federally funded medical research reveals marijuana not tied to autism.
Drinking, smoking and consuming marijuana while pregnant is never recommended. Over the course of history, woman have consumed liquor, especially during the period when clean water was hard to find, but child mortality was high. With advances in medicine, it has been discovered some activities, like drinking and smoking cigarettes, can cause harm to the baby. No one is saying expectant women should have booze, buds, or cigarettes. But early on, when a woman doesn’t know she is expecting, she might have engaged in these habits
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One of the concerns circling around cannabis is how it can affect a baby’s development. While more research needs to be done, two new studies have been published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) which provides some good news. The first study focused on discovering if maternal cannabis use during early pregnancy associated with risk of child autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
This study included 178 948 mother-child combinations. The children were born between 2011 and 2019 to pregnant Kaiser Permanente Northern California members screened for prenatal cannabis use during pregnancy. Statistical analysis was conducted February 2023 to March 2024. The findings suggest maternal cannabis use during early pregnancy was not associated with child ASD, but additional research should be conducted to replicate the findings.
Another study released this week found maternal cannabis use during early pregnancy was not associated with speech and language disorders, global delay, or motor delay. The investigation into marijuana and childhood development and included 119 976 pregnancies among 106 240 unique pregnant individuals.
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A reason for the study is with legal marijuana increased, this is increased discussion around it being a cause of developmental development among babies. But documented associations between maternal prenatal cannabis use and adverse birth outcomes, including preterm birth and low birthweight have not be in a study. There has been little research assessing the association of maternal prenatal cannabis use and childhood developmental outcomes, this study was done to provide a scientific fact around the information.
More research needs to be done, and like alcohol and cigarettes which are harmful for the body, not one is saying it is good to use why expecting, but it is good to have information grounded in facts.
Can CBD Reduce Age Telling Wrinkles
Wrinkles are part of growing older – but what if you could delay them, especially with your hands?
Botox, chemical peels, fillers and photo rejuvenation are all expensive and major ways to stop the signs of aging – wrinkles. For centuries, women, and men, have tried to turn back the clock by eliminating, or at least reducing the tell tale signs on the face. Hands are notoriously known for gaining wrinkles early and leaking the secrets of a person’s age. But what if you can slow roll the wrinkles? Can CBD reduce age telling wrinkles. While many over promise what CBD can do, it might be able to help with this problem.
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CBD comes from the cannabis plant, but doesn’t get you high from THC. A study evaluating a novel retinol and CBD topical product found significant improvements in various skin quality domains, including visible pores, dehydration, surface roughness, and both static and dynamic wrinkles. Participants reported high satisfaction and willingness to recommend the product, with excellent tolerability
One of the key ways CBD may combat wrinkles is through its potent anti-inflammatory properties. Inflammation is a major contributor to skin aging, leading to the breakdown of collagen and elastin. By inhibiting inflammatory cytokines, CBD can help calm irritated skin and prevent the acceleration of wrinkle formation. This anti-inflammatory action may also soothe skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, which can exacerbate the signs of aging
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So, yes, done right, CBD can help with wrinkles, even the pesky hand ones. But while the research on CBD’s anti-aging effects is promising, experts emphasize the need for more extensive studies to fully understand its long-term benefits and potential side effects. As with any skincare product, it’s advisable to consult with a dermatologist before incorporating CBD into your anti-aging routine, especially if you have specific skin concerns or conditions.
Musk Supports DeSantis Blocking Marijuana Legalization
The battle for legal marijuana continues and it is pitting the leaders of the GOP against each other…and another player has jumped into the fray
Will Porn Decide The Next Election
This is turning into one of the most weird elections. Now will porn sway the election?
The presidential election has been filled with memes, hurricanes, hashtags, misinformation and more. Record voter turnout has already been seen in Georgia and anxiety is up in both parties. But will porn decide the next election? You have the right, the left, moderates, evangelicals, union members, and celebrities weighing in and trying to sway the vote. But two groups are getting involved via porn and it could actually make a difference.
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As of August 2024, Pornhub is the 16th-most-visited website in the world and the most-visited adult website. Which makes it bigger than Amazon, Pinterest, and Walmart. Additionally there are 4 adult sites in the top 50. Which makes it a powerful voice in a moment when people could be open to information about their activity. Advertising on an adult site is inexpensive and has a huge reach. Plus, the performers have a huge reach…especially with the hard to reach demographic of men 25-44. So why wouldn’t it become a key focus.
FTW PAC, is a political action committee co-founded by friends Wally Nowinski and Matt Curry. Their plan to reach the hard to grab young men demographic to engage them when they consume online adult entertainment. It mixes up the ad content and their moment’s interest.
They are running ads which starts with a woman enjoying herself on a bed before Donald Trump appears over her, or else a warning that “Trump’s Project 2025 will ban this video.” The ads conclude by telling the viewer, “Enjoy while you can.” Powerful stuff when men are in a needy moment.
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In addition to FTW PAC, 17 adult film stars has launched a $100,000 ad campaign warning viewers about the Project 2025. The ads run in front of videos on popular porn sites. This is to sway the election against the the ultra-conservative Heritage Foundation blueprint for the next Republican administration. Their plan is to ban pornography and prosecute porn producers. Additionally, they want to stop legal marijuana.
Project 2025’s Take On Marijuana
Should the GOP Presidential candidate win the election, the Heritage Foundation will have influence on policy….what’s their stance on cannabis.
The marijuana industry potential survival hinges on the next election. Federal restrictions have hammed mom and pop business and the lack of tax benefits, which benefit other small business, has been brutal. Biden’s slow actions toward is promises have allowed the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to delay their ruling on rescheduling until December, after the election. This gives the DEA some wiggle room on their decision. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is taking Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) role in trying to stop the cannabis industry. He has made it clear to the DEA they should reject any help to cannabis. So, if the GOP candidate wins, what does it mean for cannabis? The Heritage Foundation has produced a plan for the future administration embraced by senior leaders, including VP candidate J.D. Vance who wrote an opening statement. So what their Project 2025’s take on marijuana?
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The Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank founded in 1973, has consistently taken a strong stance against the legalization of marijuana. Their position is rooted in concerns about public health, safety, and social consequences. The Heritage Foundation has not stayed current in cannabis research or public opinion, but the plan lays out a clear roadmap of a complete change of government.
The American Medical Association, AARP, and the American College of Physicians are some of the organizations who believe marijuana has a legal role at the table since it provides medical benefits. Roughly 90% of the general public believes it should be legal in some form. The Veteran’s Administration has altered policy to support veterans with PTSD. The Heritage Foundation argues marijuana is an addictive substance with significant negative impacts on physical and mental health
While science and data among legal states have disproved the myths including about it being a gateway drug for the young, the Heritage Foundation clings to old tropes. They stand by the argument consumes leads to the consumption of harder, more dangerous substances. This perspective forms a crucial part of their opposition to legalization efforts.
They argue that legalization could lead to increased crime rates. Legal states have disproven this based on data and crime rates. An additional benefit has been the decrease in alcohol as people are relaxing with gummies.
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The Heritage Foundation advocates for a comprehensive drug policy with strengthened law enforcement, treatment, and prevention and education. This align’s with House Speaker Mike Johnson’s stance.
The Heritage Foundation’s stance on marijuana legalization falls in with their broader conservative principles, emphasizing personal responsibility with a dash of government oversight. Their arguments continue to influence the ongoing debate surrounding marijuana policy in the United States.
Fun Facts About Halloween
The longer nights, the wind, the chill – all great for Halloween.
Halloween is big in the US with 96.95% of 25 to 34 planning to celebrate in some form – this is more than the 18-24 crowd (93.18%). The holiday come to the US in the 19th century was with my traditional coming from the Irish and Scots, and Cajuns. It is now a huge season and worth a record $12.2 billion in spending. This is a significant increase the $8 billion spent in 2020. It is also one of the top 5 drinking and top 10 marijuana holidays in North America.
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The word “Halloween” is derived from “All Hallows’ Eve,” which refers to the evening before All Saints’ Day. As Irish immigrants brought their traditions to America in the 19th century, Halloween evolved into a community-centered holiday characterized by activities like trick-or-treating, costume parties, and pumpkin carving. Interestingly, the first jack-o’-lanterns were made from turnips, not pumpkins, as they are today. The traditional colors of black and orange with black symbolizing death while orange represents the fall harvest.
Halloween costumes were originally vampires, ghosts, skeletons, scary looking witches, and devils. Over time, the costume selection extended to include popular characters from fiction, celebrities, popular memes, ninjas and princesses. In the 1940s, Halloween retailers Ben Cooper, H. Halpern Company (Halco), and Collegeville started licensing costumes for existing characters like Superman and Donald Duck. These store bought outfits were more appealing and easier for kids and adults. You didn’t have to think, everything was all put together. The Ben Cooper company were the first to premier the very popular Richard Nixon mask in the late 1960s, which sold as equally well as its Ronald Reagan mask even in the late 1980s. The women’s lib and gay revolution introduced the sexy costume in the 70s. These cultural events made way for the normalization of sexy costumes today.
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On average, children eat around 7,000 calories and three cups of sugar on Halloween, which is equivalent to almost 169 sugar cubes. Adults eats about 3.4 pounds during the time around the holiday – about 222 sugar cubes.
The most popular candy for Halloween is:
- M&M’s.
- Reese’s Cups.
- Sour Patch Kids.
- Skittles.
- Starburst
At your next event, you can share these fun facts about Halloween.
Christopher Columbus And Cannabis
He is honored for helping open the new world…and a certain plant had helped a quite a bit.
There are so many myths and stories around Columbus. Did he discover North America (spoiler -looked like the Vikings beat him to the continent)? He wasn’t about gold and glory, he was about bringing religion to the world in honor of Catholic Spain. The other big myth is he was Italian, but now it is believed he was Spanish and Jewish, and hid it to avoid being prosecuted. But what about Christopher Columbus and cannabis.
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Cannabis played a significant role in 16th century society, particularly in England and Europe. It was considered the “golden age of hemp”, especially under the reign of King Henry VIII. In 1533, the king introduced a hemp cultivation law requiring landowners to dedicate 1/4 acre for every 60 acres to growing hemp, or face fines. European herbals and pharmacopoeias of the time listed various medical applications for cannabis. The number of reported medicinal uses for cannabis doubled during this period as travelers brought back information from the East. And, it helped make Columbus’s journey possible.
Hemp fiber was in high demand for producing durable sails, ropes, and nets for the expanding English navy…and the Spanish noticed. The sails and ropes of his three ships the La Santa Clara (Niña), La Pinta, and La Santa Gallega (Santa Maria), were made of hemp. The cracks between the planks were filled with hemp to make the ships watertight. No other natural fibre can withstand the forces of the open ocean and the stresses of salt water.
The hold of the Santa Maria, his flagship, was filled with hemp seeds. The ship had a supply of food provisions including salted meats, dried fish, hardtack biscuits, beans, lentils, and cheese, meant to last the duration of the voyage. And hemp served as a protein-rich source nutritious snack for the crew, aldditionally the hemp seeds could be planted in any newly discovered regions.
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The ships’ lamps were fuelled using hemp oil and these lamps lighting the way and most clothes had hemp fiber. But it is doubtful they used the cannabis hemp for fun. The ships were roughly 60 feet long and 20 feet wide. And they had carried around 88 men. So their was a ton of focus in the open ocean…and very little privacy.
Hemp’s contribution is displayed in Barcelona at the base of the statue honoring the explore. It has cannabis leaves. So this Columbus Day, now the humble cannabis plant helped out quite a bit.