Quick Hits

• Blair Reynolds will complete his evolution from Tiki blogger to Tiki bar owner this fall, when he opens Hale Pele in Portland, OR. Just so long as I can still buy the syrups, Blair! Congratulations.

• Maker's Mark's ownership of the dripping red wax seal was affirmed in court. Great moments in legitimate trademark protection. Why did this take nine years?

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  Richard Branson is now carving his own face into the ice served in Virgin Atlantic 1st Class. For the record, these intricate molds are unrecognizable after 10 seconds in liquid....

• The Top Five Alcohol Related April Fools Stunts. Since I never got my act together to try one myself....

• Extreme BoozeNerd Check Skipping. Four guys order Negronis in a bar atop a skyscraper. Skip out on the check by parachute.