Evan Rail
@evanrail.bsky.social
He / him. Author of “The Absinthe Forger.” Monthly drinks columnist at VinePair, freelance contributor to the NYT, WSJ, etc. Included in Best Food Writing, The NY Times Book of Wine and elsewhere. Ran The Prague Post's food desk 2000-2006. Jdeme na jedno.
On a short fiction jag and doing the “What the fuck did I just read?” thing over this weird story about a middle-aged lady having a normal one with a bunch of raccoons. 🦝
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November 10, 2025 at 7:55 PM
On a short fiction jag and doing the “What the fuck did I just read?” thing over this weird story about a middle-aged lady having a normal one with a bunch of raccoons. 🦝
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My Czech-American kid does Model UN here in Prague, and their current event has been modeled on the US Congress. For the past three days, my kid has been participating as a D representative from Minnesota. (“I’m Ilhan Omar, basically.”)
Yesterday they floated a bill that would have banned ICE.
Yesterday they floated a bill that would have banned ICE.
November 10, 2025 at 8:08 AM
My Czech-American kid does Model UN here in Prague, and their current event has been modeled on the US Congress. For the past three days, my kid has been participating as a D representative from Minnesota. (“I’m Ilhan Omar, basically.”)
Yesterday they floated a bill that would have banned ICE.
Yesterday they floated a bill that would have banned ICE.
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“Whatever could be causing a loneliness epidemic?” you ask the internet, sitting in a driverless car wearing headphones that you never take off in public, as an anonymous shopper makes contactless delivery of your meal kits using the keypad entry of your condo atop empty ground floor retail space
November 4, 2025 at 3:58 PM
“Whatever could be causing a loneliness epidemic?” you ask the internet, sitting in a driverless car wearing headphones that you never take off in public, as an anonymous shopper makes contactless delivery of your meal kits using the keypad entry of your condo atop empty ground floor retail space
Too much meta in this post, angering the Travel Gods. Looks like I am not going to Brazil this year. However, it’s nice to be back in Lisbon, even just for a day...
About to board a jet to Brazil, during which I’m going to listen to Jets to Brazil. 🇧🇷
November 6, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Too much meta in this post, angering the Travel Gods. Looks like I am not going to Brazil this year. However, it’s nice to be back in Lisbon, even just for a day...
About to board a jet to Brazil, during which I’m going to listen to Jets to Brazil. 🇧🇷
November 5, 2025 at 4:26 PM
About to board a jet to Brazil, during which I’m going to listen to Jets to Brazil. 🇧🇷
At Prague Airport (Terminal 2), happy to see you can buy cans of beer from small breweries like Zichovec and Únětice, in addition to giant makers like Pilsner Urquell. Tomorrow, someone on the other side of the Atlantic is going to try a great Czech pale lager for the first time.
November 5, 2025 at 10:36 AM
At Prague Airport (Terminal 2), happy to see you can buy cans of beer from small breweries like Zichovec and Únětice, in addition to giant makers like Pilsner Urquell. Tomorrow, someone on the other side of the Atlantic is going to try a great Czech pale lager for the first time.
Irish whiskey is in a weird place — and new US tariffs sure don’t help. For @vinepair.com, I talked to distillers, fans & insiders about Irish whiskey’s path forward. That includes growing sales in places like Poland, now the #2 market for Irish whiskey after the US.
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The U.S. Put Irish Whiskey Back on the Map. Now the Category Has to Evolve.
The next time you’re ordering a cocktail in Warsaw, Berlin, or Lagos, consider making it a Tipperary or an Irish Coffee: Recently, exports from Ireland to Poland, Germany, Nigeria, and other emerging whiskey scenes have soared. Those new(ish) markets represent a much-needed spot of good news for Irish whiskey — and an example of how the country’s distillers are finding workable solutions in a difficult era.
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November 4, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Irish whiskey is in a weird place — and new US tariffs sure don’t help. For @vinepair.com, I talked to distillers, fans & insiders about Irish whiskey’s path forward. That includes growing sales in places like Poland, now the #2 market for Irish whiskey after the US.
vinepair.com/articles/iri...
vinepair.com/articles/iri...
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i genuinely cannot stand actual european elites condescendingly explaining american public opinion to americans. reminds me of when some british lady IRL tried to tell me she understood southerners better than i ever could, a southerner who lives in the south.
The educated liberal big city US folks outraged at Trump's renovation of Lincoln bathroom really need to scroll some Facebook of their less established relatives and friends to see what kind of aesthetic resonates with Trump's target audience.
November 1, 2025 at 2:02 PM
i genuinely cannot stand actual european elites condescendingly explaining american public opinion to americans. reminds me of when some british lady IRL tried to tell me she understood southerners better than i ever could, a southerner who lives in the south.
Not the biggest fan of Radeberger, but this NA version “mit Callista Aromahopfen” is quite nice. Now on to the Sauerbraten.
October 31, 2025 at 11:16 AM
Not the biggest fan of Radeberger, but this NA version “mit Callista Aromahopfen” is quite nice. Now on to the Sauerbraten.
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The Timorous Beastie Cheese Cellar Collection is a trilogy of Highland blended malt whiskies made by Douglas Laing to pair with artisan cheeses. We review all three editions on More Drams Less Drama: moredramslessdrama.com/2025/10/24/t...
October 24, 2025 at 7:35 AM
The Timorous Beastie Cheese Cellar Collection is a trilogy of Highland blended malt whiskies made by Douglas Laing to pair with artisan cheeses. We review all three editions on More Drams Less Drama: moredramslessdrama.com/2025/10/24/t...
Happy Birthday to The Absinthe Forger’s lovely NYT book review by J. D. Biersdorfer, titled “Seeing Green,” which came out 1 year ago today.
“A lively standalone seminar on temptation — as well as the culture and history of the much-maligned liquor and its reputation for causing madness and murder.”
“A lively standalone seminar on temptation — as well as the culture and history of the much-maligned liquor and its reputation for causing madness and murder.”
October 27, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Happy Birthday to The Absinthe Forger’s lovely NYT book review by J. D. Biersdorfer, titled “Seeing Green,” which came out 1 year ago today.
“A lively standalone seminar on temptation — as well as the culture and history of the much-maligned liquor and its reputation for causing madness and murder.”
“A lively standalone seminar on temptation — as well as the culture and history of the much-maligned liquor and its reputation for causing madness and murder.”
Finished this book of weird stories last night and truly enjoyed it. If you’re into beer world, you should read it. You'll spot elements of U.K. beer culture covered by @boakandbailey.bsky.social, among other interests of author @raynewman.bsky.social.
Available here: www.amazon.com/Intervals-Da...
Available here: www.amazon.com/Intervals-Da...
October 26, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Finished this book of weird stories last night and truly enjoyed it. If you’re into beer world, you should read it. You'll spot elements of U.K. beer culture covered by @boakandbailey.bsky.social, among other interests of author @raynewman.bsky.social.
Available here: www.amazon.com/Intervals-Da...
Available here: www.amazon.com/Intervals-Da...
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Goldfinger Dunkel on side pull.
October 25, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Goldfinger Dunkel on side pull.
I asked 10 brewers to name their fave “underrated” breweries on the East Coast and got 11 names — some are long-term picks, some are newcomers. Thanks to @brandondoughan.bsky.social, @julypena.bsky.social and @j3p0brews.bsky.social, among others.
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We Asked 10 Brewers: What’s the Most Underrated East Coast Brewery? (2025)
Craft beer might be in a slight pullback at the moment, but it’s still evolving and growing at the same time, with hundreds of new breweries opening up and breaking out each year, even as others have ...
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October 24, 2025 at 9:52 AM
I asked 10 brewers to name their fave “underrated” breweries on the East Coast and got 11 names — some are long-term picks, some are newcomers. Thanks to @brandondoughan.bsky.social, @julypena.bsky.social and @j3p0brews.bsky.social, among others.
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vinepair.com/articles/wa-...
Got tips for good beer and other food & drink faves in Charlotte, NC?
Heading to Charlotte, NC tomorrow for the Bills vs Panthers game on Sunday. Any good beer or food/bakeries that we should not miss while in town? Any good metal shows Saturday night?
#beer #billsmafia #buffaloBills #charlottepanthers #charlotte #ncbeer
#beer #billsmafia #buffaloBills #charlottepanthers #charlotte #ncbeer
October 23, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Got tips for good beer and other food & drink faves in Charlotte, NC?
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When I go fishing out by Žatec in the fall I usually try to stop and gather pears — most of the winding country roads in the region are dotted with gnarled old pear and apple trees, which apparently belong to no one. Made two pear cobblers last week, now this pie.
When I go fishing out by Žatec in the fall I usually try to stop and gather pears — most of the winding country roads in the region are dotted with gnarled old pear and apple trees, which apparently belong to no one. Made two pear cobblers last week, now this pie.
October 23, 2025 at 8:41 AM
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When I go fishing out by Žatec in the fall I usually try to stop and gather pears — most of the winding country roads in the region are dotted with gnarled old pear and apple trees, which apparently belong to no one. Made two pear cobblers last week, now this pie.
When I go fishing out by Žatec in the fall I usually try to stop and gather pears — most of the winding country roads in the region are dotted with gnarled old pear and apple trees, which apparently belong to no one. Made two pear cobblers last week, now this pie.
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Want to add some awesome fall flavor to your happy hour? Check out my online cocktail class this Thursday, 7:30 pm EDT. You'll get a dozen recipes to choose from and an hour of fun info and fun people for just $19.
More Fall Cocktails | Tammy's Tastings
In this autumn-themed cocktail class you’ll discover cocktails that take their inspiration from the season.
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October 20, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Want to add some awesome fall flavor to your happy hour? Check out my online cocktail class this Thursday, 7:30 pm EDT. You'll get a dozen recipes to choose from and an hour of fun info and fun people for just $19.
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Enjoying, in a literary sense, rather than it filling my soul with innocent glee, this from @twistedspoon.bsky.social
October 17, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Enjoying, in a literary sense, rather than it filling my soul with innocent glee, this from @twistedspoon.bsky.social
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U.S. Housing Market has reached its most unaffordable level in history 🚨🚨
October 15, 2025 at 11:24 AM
U.S. Housing Market has reached its most unaffordable level in history 🚨🚨
If you’re in Prague this week, you can catch a screening of Agnieszka Holland’s new film “Franz” at Kino Lucerna, an Art Nouveau cinema from 1909 where Franz Kafka himself often went to the movies.
October 17, 2025 at 7:00 AM
If you’re in Prague this week, you can catch a screening of Agnieszka Holland’s new film “Franz” at Kino Lucerna, an Art Nouveau cinema from 1909 where Franz Kafka himself often went to the movies.
Lufthansa has relaunched its in-flight cocktail at least 3 times since 2005. The original dates to the 1950s, or maybe earlier. That version has also been relaunched, though under a different name. Also: David Bowie.
The story, with help from @davidwondrich.bsky.social:
vinepair.com/articles/luf...
The story, with help from @davidwondrich.bsky.social:
vinepair.com/articles/luf...
Flights of Fancy: The Long, Strange Backstory of Lufthansa’s Latest In-Flight Cocktail
Fans of interesting drinks at 35,000 feet got good news last year when German airline Lufthansa announced the arrival of Avionic, a custom in-flight aperitif. Developed with help from award-winning ba...
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October 16, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Lufthansa has relaunched its in-flight cocktail at least 3 times since 2005. The original dates to the 1950s, or maybe earlier. That version has also been relaunched, though under a different name. Also: David Bowie.
The story, with help from @davidwondrich.bsky.social:
vinepair.com/articles/luf...
The story, with help from @davidwondrich.bsky.social:
vinepair.com/articles/luf...
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Hey, guess what? Final Gravity Issue 10 is now available for preorder! Tons of great articles in this one, including stories by @rebeccaoliver.bsky.social, @averykaplan.bsky.social, @jdharlock.bsky.social, @melindag.bsky.social, & others. Details here: www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
Final Gravity, A Beer Zine Issue 10 — Bean to Barstool
Final Gravity, A Beer Zine Issue 10, with articles about Our Culture Brewing, Almaza Lager, Cusqueña lager, queer beer boycotts, the Hasta La Raiz benefit beer, and much more.
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October 7, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Hey, guess what? Final Gravity Issue 10 is now available for preorder! Tons of great articles in this one, including stories by @rebeccaoliver.bsky.social, @averykaplan.bsky.social, @jdharlock.bsky.social, @melindag.bsky.social, & others. Details here: www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
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Robert Pollard
I also need to know: I am fairly middle-of-the-road on Taylor Swift but someone I know called her the Greatest Living Lyricist. She is not.
Who is yours? Either the greatest or your favorite?
Who is yours? Either the greatest or your favorite?
October 6, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Robert Pollard
Everything is going to hell, BUT Criterion just added a load of John Woo, Ringo Lam and Tsui Hark classics, PLUS what looks like 13 titles from John Carpenter, 2 from David Cronenberg and a bunch from Godard and Muratova. Also an array of obscure vampire movies.
Send help.
Send help.
October 6, 2025 at 7:37 AM
Everything is going to hell, BUT Criterion just added a load of John Woo, Ringo Lam and Tsui Hark classics, PLUS what looks like 13 titles from John Carpenter, 2 from David Cronenberg and a bunch from Godard and Muratova. Also an array of obscure vampire movies.
Send help.
Send help.
Not every day I get to drink tmavé pivo from Godspeed at a bar in Prague.
October 2, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Not every day I get to drink tmavé pivo from Godspeed at a bar in Prague.