chapter 1
small in quantity, big in flavor! // inspired by the BULL-SHOT cocktail. an acquired taste That has a slightly sweet/savory profile with citrus/spice undertones. (in collaboration with just add honey).
aka “Soup on the Rocks” — bouillon and spices served cold or hot
“Children have never been very good at listening to their elders, but they have never failed to imitate them.”
chapter 4
deft balance of bitter/sweet notes like the Boulevardier cocktail (simply a variation on the classic negroni) // inspired by a quote from james when asked “what is it like to be black in america?” the violent clash of Vinegar & cane illustrates “a complex thing can't be made simple. You simply have to try to deal with it in all its complexity and hope to get that complexity across”.
aka - “rocked by rage.” — complex flavors that provokes movement
chapter 2
Vibrant, Complex and Innovative // inspired by james’ morning ritual. composed of mostly coffee with RIESLING wine like acidity. full of fruit flavors, infused with jam & smoke that lingers into a sweet-Heat like finish.
aka - “Marlboro red” — a refined smoking experience
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Both James Baldwin and the book of James had strong words, one to America and one to the church.
This season we are pinning words that remind us to live what we believe. we challenge you to do the same.
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chapter 3
ripe + powerful // inspired by a passage in james that speaks of the power of our tongue- capable of setting a forest ablaze. this beverage Has dark chocolate notes infused with a spicy jam with a fairly tart, Tamarind like sweetness.
aka “fire next time” — A warning of spice- ENOUGH to make YOU feel uncomfortable
“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”
