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Michael Gilman
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Scientist, entrepreneur, ex-biopharm exec, former FM radio jock, lifelong hockey fan, aspiring guitar player and mixologist, #immigrant. CEO, Arrakis Therapeutics and a variety of other things. https://www.michaelgilman.net/disclosures/
Because this was my first attempt at clarification, I kept it simple and free of expensive ingredients. But it was pretty straightforward. So next time I think I’ll step up to a Paper Plane.
February 9, 2026 at 4:19 AM
Hot take
February 9, 2026 at 2:00 AM
You don't wanna see what it looks like in Boston.

But at least we have a team in the game.
February 8, 2026 at 7:55 PM
That's my point
February 8, 2026 at 7:53 PM
I used to play.
February 8, 2026 at 2:11 AM
Whiskey sour. Wanted to try it out without wasting any fancy ingredients. It actually went without a hitch. So next time, I think I'll clarify a Paper Plane.
February 7, 2026 at 8:35 PM
That's what I needed. But made do with a fine strainer and some cheesecloth!
February 7, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Finished product. Ready for Super Bowl now.
February 7, 2026 at 7:15 PM
You're entitled to that opinion. Mine is by no means Official!
February 7, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Indeed
February 7, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Haha, no. And I kind of wish I do this morning - it's snowing again.

Anyhow, for shaken cocktails, I like to use something strong (100 proof) and high-rye. This fits the bill; happy to entertain an alternative.

For Old Fashioneds and other stirred drinks, I use Elijah Craig Small Batch.
February 7, 2026 at 1:42 PM
And this is a Q1908 - a gin sour made with Empress 1908 Indigo Gin.

Wishing a happy Super Bowl weekend to those who celebrate. I will attempt to make my first clarified cocktail. Wish me luck.
February 7, 2026 at 2:27 AM