September 2025 – Page 5

McAfee’s Mason Jar Mayhem: Drinking, Scheming, and the Chaos Cocktail of Tech’s Wildest Maverick

John McAfee’s drinking habits were as legendary and unpredictable as the man himself, ranging from party-fueled excess to eccentric masterpieces mixed in mason jars. His approach to alcohol was marked by bravado, curiosity, and a relentless disregard for convention, a reflection of the self-professed “lamb” at heart who seemed more interested in entertaining himself and others than in any kind of responsible consumption.

Brandy Crusta: Old-World Elegance in Every Sip

Refined, citrusy, and visually stunning, the Brandy Crusta is a cocktail where tradition and artistry meet. Emerging from the golden age of New Orleans mixology in the 1850s, this drink predates modern classics, uniting fruity brandy with layers of bright citrus, cherry, and spice, all topped off with a signature sugared rim and a curled lemon peel.

Boulevardier: The Whiskey Lover’s Aperitif

Rich, bittersweet, and packed with Parisian flair, the Boulevardier is a cocktail that smoothly bridges the world of American whiskey and classic Italian aperitifs. Created in the 1920s by American expat Erskine Gwynne at Harry’s New York Bar in Paris, it’s essentially a Negroni with whiskey in place of gin. A recipe that brings warmth and sophistication to every glass.