Sip and Puff

"Sip and Puff" is the personal blog of food & beverage writer James Liska. That's me! Since 2012, I've written about wine, beer, spirits, food, and restaurants. I focus on fundamental information, tasting notes, and overall thoughts rather than scores, harsh criticism, or arbitrary ratings. This supplements my other work such as writing for District Fray Magazine, creating cocktails, and posting more "everyday" stuff through my Instagram, @baconesque. Enjoy!

Monday, June 23, 2025

Lost Generation Brewing Co. - "Ask The Dead" imperial stout

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I was doing some spring  summer cleaning and found this bottle in the back of my closet - I mean, I knew it was there but since it was my bi...
Saturday, September 28, 2024

Biere du Pays Nicois - "Socca Biera"

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Right now I'm in Nice, France, on holiday and taking advantage of the more casual culture of enjoying wine and beer as complements to fo...
Sunday, August 18, 2024

Lastest Cocktail Creation: "Susanita" (mezcal, Aperol, and Suze)

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My latest backyard cocktail creation: "Susanita", a mix of mezcal, Italian red bitter, gentian liqueur, juice, and ice. Here's...
Saturday, April 20, 2024

America del Sur en Adams Morgan - a Trip To Ceibo

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Recently I visited Ceibo, a new contemporary restaurant and cocktail / wine bar just adjacent to Marie Reed Elementary School in the souther...
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Thursday, February 1, 2024

Third Hill Brewing Co. - "County Route 8" imperial IPA

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Recently, I met up with an old buddy in Silver Spring, MD, about four miles from my house. I originally was going to walk (about an hour and...
Saturday, January 13, 2024

Lost Generation Brewing Co. - "Tiger Spirit" witbier

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If you haven't been to Northeast DC's Lost Generation Brewing Co ., you should. Led by an ensemble cast of experienced brewers and r...
Friday, January 12, 2024

Beer Flight at Churchkey - A Visit to DC's Best Beer Bar

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Last year, I worked Snallygaster, the big DC beer festival. As a thank-you for working in the pouring rain, setting out glassware, pouring b...
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