Thank You For Smoking, Now Drink

"Michael Jordan plays ball. Charles Manson kills people. I talk. Everyone has a talent." 

Tonight we'll be reviewing two addicting pieces. To drink we've got some classic brew from my old home town of San Diego: Oaked Arrogant Bastard and the film Thank You For Smoking. Now the average pairing for this would be a nice pack of Marlboro light's, but I don't smoke anymore. Well unless i've been drinking heavily, so I probably qualify as one of those casual smokers who declassify themselves by not remembering when they actually do it.

Anyway on to the movie.

One of my favorites really, it isn't as political as someone would think. It's really a beautiful film detailing the reality of a lobbyist and just how far looking good and speaking with confidence can get you. A theory I really think applies pretty damn well to real life. I'd encourage watching it before a presentation. Or an argument with your girlfriend. Although there may never really be a way to win those and you'll end up sleeping on the broken futon.

I should probably start talking about the beer before I get myself in trouble. I'd recommend grabbing at least of a six pack of these bad boys. You can't get them at your local grocery store (at least not in the shithole of a city I currently reside in) so you'll have to ride down to Bevmo which if you're unfamiliar with I'd suggest you make sure you take your heart medication before visiting. It is truly a magnificent sight to behold, with alcohol lining every section of the walls. More beer and liquor then you'll ever see.

It should get you subtly drunk.

What actually struck me to involve this beer with the film isn't just the oaky taste, it's actually a bit more than that. In the description of this badass ale, which is actually extraordinary well written, it mentions that too much in life do we consider complacency to adhere to success. You know what? Fuck it, I'll just let them tell you.

"The real beauty, richness and depth in life can only be found if the journey through life itself is looked upon as a constant chance to learn, live and find life’s passion. Passion threatens the complacent, and fills them with fear. Fear of the new, the deep and the different. We, on the other hand, seek it out." 

Man that is deep. Some real philosophical Buddhist shit right there.
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I think this is what drunk Buddha would appear like.

 Anyway I think this times into the context of the movie pretty well, as it concerns a man who simply isn't okay with accepting complacency or accepting what the common view is. Oh no, he pushes the boundaries and proves beyond a doubt that there is a place for individuals with a passion to do things, in this case he talks. 

So that's why I recommend this 7.2% ale with a smoky rich flavor and a dark brown head that will leave you wanting more, and perhaps with a little ambition you'll get it. 

Review coming later tonight!