Things on my wishlist. Unusual Gifts, Cool Stuff

Whiskey Blender: Personalized Whiskey bottle

2012-06-25T14:42:00.001-05:00

“Whiskey, like a beautiful woman, demands appreciation. You gaze first, then it's time to drink.”
- Haruki Murakami

There's no way (or need) to sugar coat it, but I really like whiskey. Everything from Bushmills Irish Whiskey to Bulleit, Woodford Reserve to Bookers. The flavor spectrum for whiskeys is enourmous, and the saints at Whiskey Blender give fellow whiskey enthusiasts an opportunity to really play around with the different flavors and find their favorite blend

Whisky Blender features 7 different high quality whiskies to choose from, all hand-picked and reviewed by John Lamond, a "Master of Malt." Also part of the package is a unique lead-free crystal bottle, to which they attach a beautiful hand written label.

The beautiful design makes it really fun to mix your own blend

A custom blended bottle of bourbon with a personalized label makes a great gift for whiskey connoisseur . Check the next page for a great gift idea for the bourbon drinker

Heres a great gift for a whiskey drinker. Make a personal whiskey blend at Whisky Blender and add the following:

a box of Whiskey Stones (Amazon)

a couple cool whiskey glasses B for Bel

and pack them all up inside a vintage wooden box (extra points for using an old TNT box).

Check it out here: Whisky Blender

Multi-Blade Pizza Cutter

2011-11-18T18:27:00.001-06:00

Finally, there is a vegetable that doesn't smell (and maybe taste) like old adult diapers. It's true, pizza is a vegetable thanks to our congress. Whoever initally thought that 2 Tbsp. of pizza sauce on a pizza is enough to classify the whole thing as a vegetable is either an idiot, or a genius depending on which way you look at it. Pizza is a vegetable

Looking forward to seeing more of this

If you've ever had the cheese ripped off your pizza from a crappy dollar store pizza cutter, you might like this. This pizza cutter has multiple blades that rock back and forth to cut the entire pizza perfectly in 1 go. The only negative I can see to this is it's ridiculous price, apparently only the 1% can afford to cut their pizza like civilized human beings.

It's like kitchen gadget porn

Pizza cutter for 12"-13" pizza starts at $210+
Via: AKitchen

Quantum Levitation

2011-10-21T14:24:00.000-05:00

Quantum Levitation? I had no idea what it was initially either, but this video is possibly the most interesting thing I've seen on youtube for quite a while. Watch when he fixes the disc in place at an angle- simply mind boggling.

Me Gusta Mask

2011-10-20T12:10:00.001-05:00


U Jelly?

I would like to apologize for the lack up updates over the last month or so; school is back in session and I have been extremely busy getting everything going.

My favorite holiday is coming up, and I still haven't got a costume in mind yet. When the 31st does roll around, don't be the guy that shows up in every day clothes. For an easy idea, check out this Me Gusta rage face mask by the "Official Rage Store of the Internet" (wtf?).

"This is a hand made version of everyones favorite creepy meme in mask form. This Halloween mask is hand sculpted, airbrushed and painted, as well as cut to fit yer head. It will come with 4 holes for seeing and breathing purposes - 2 in the eyes and 2 in the nose. This mask sticks out and will easily be recognizable by anyone who was born in the intarwebz. It is the ultimate tool for being a creeper! :P Once they are sold out, they are gone for good! "

Although it is kind of expensive, you can pretty much guarantee that it will be original. On the off chance that someone hand-made a me gusta mask you can always one-up them with your superior quality mask, not some homemade paper mache s*** that looks like it was a kindergarten art project.
$49.99

If you have some creative ideas for halloween costumes or funny halloween masks, please share it in a comment to spread the wealth. I know I'm not the only one who scrambles at the end to come up with last minute halloween costume ideas that end up looking like garbage.

Check it out here: youje.ly Me Gusta Mask

2011-08-04T13:00:00.000-05:00

The WilliamsWarn Personal Brewery from WilliamsWarn on Vimeo.

Are you interested in homebrewing, but the best draught you can make tastes slightly worse than Natty Ice? I just shuddered at the thought of taking a sip of that. The WilliamsWarn Personal Brewery looks awesome, and more importantly it produces some seriously tasty suds.

Because the Personal Brewery is contained in 1 unit it is able to complete every step of the home brewing process, just set it and forget it. It will carbonate the beer on the first fermentation day, remove the all sediment, clarify it, pressurize the beer, all while keeping your personal microbrew at an ice cold temperature throughout the entire process so you can enjoy the first pint directly from the tap. Total time from initiation to inebriation? About 1 week.

Get drunk, not broke by brewing your own beer at home. OK, the initial investment might break you, but depending on how much your drink you can recoup the cost in no time. If you are a professional alcoholic, just think of it as another business expense. After writing all of this, I think it's time to have myself a drink (yeah it's only noon, I'm at work, and I only have an old can of warm Old Milwaukee. I don't think its a problem, so it's not.)

$4500 NZD, or about $3800 US dollars.

Check it out here: WilliamsWarn

Stadler Form Otto Wooden Fan

2011-07-28T13:58:00.000-05:00

Keep your style, and temperature cool

We all know it has been incredibly hot this past month, and hearing the same complaint multiple times a day is just making the heat more miserable. While putting an industrial fan in your house would be pretty efficient at cooling it down, it would also make it look like you stole it from the janitors closet at work. Thankfully there is a solution to the dilemma, the Otto Wooden Fan.

The Otto Wooden fan is made out of black stainless steel and African Sapele, which is a very durable tropical tree that looks similar to mahogany. The Otto fan is incredibly quiet, and it is adjustable to produce a slight breeze all the way up to category 5 hurricane gale force winds(OK maybe not quite that windy).

13.7" W x 14.8" H x 7.2" D

$200 shipped.

Check it out here: 2Modern

Grand Leather Bean Bag Chair

2011-07-27T14:13:00.000-05:00

The Grand Leather bean bag chair is a stylish new take on the childhood chair of choice. A polished yet rustic look would make this chair a perfect fit in any home.

Restoration Hardware 1-ups the classic leather couch with an classy beanbag chair that anyone would love to sink into.The Grand Leather bean bag chair is available in 7 different leather styles and looks fit for a king, and the price reflects it.

Available on "special" for $675-710

Check it out here: Restoration Hardware

Sword Umbrellas

2011-07-21T12:08:00.001-05:00

Protect yourself from the rain as well as ninjas with a samurai sword handle umbrella. Actually these won't do much in the way of protecting you from ninjas, but at least you will look and feel like one carrying it.

Available In fullisized "Katana" and travel-sized "Tanto."
$20- $30 from ThinkGeek.

Check it out here: ThinkGeek
Edit: The umbrellas in the first picture with different hand styles are available on Amazon for ~$20 to $40. Check them out: Amazon

RagePaints

2011-07-20T12:42:00.000-05:00

Awwwwwww Yeeeaaaah!

Your favorite ( and overused) internet memes hand painted with acrylic paint. Not sure if I would actually want these, but I just thought it was pretty funny that someone would hand make these.
With 36 different paintings available on the artist's Etsy page, you will definitely find something interesting.

Most of the paintings go for ~$15 unframed.

Check it out here: RagePrints

Walk on Water- 7 ft. Water Ball

2011-07-15T16:31:00.000-05:00

Better get one before the manufacturer gets sued to oblivion.

This is either the coolest or most dangerous thing to be featured here so far. Designed for walking on water, this giant inflatable ball measures 7 feet in diameter. Apparently you just step in, zipper up and inflate it around you.

What could possible go wrong? Oh yeah, deflation and inevitable death by drowning.
Here's a video of the water ball in action

Check it out here: Amazon. $459

Kenny Powers CEO, K-Swiss Tubes

2011-07-15T13:19:00.000-05:00

I guess there's nothing really to feature for sale, but K-Swiss tubes must be cool because Kenny Powers endorses them. If only I had a need for them- I play real sports, I'm not trying to be the best at exercising.

Poster Text

2011-07-13T12:32:00.000-05:00

Doesn't take a detective to figure this one out.

You just finished reading your favorite book for the umpteenth time, and instead of throwing back on the shelf to collect dust for another year, why not hang it on your wall with Postertext. Postertext creates the classic images associated with the novel out of the books text in its entirety, and the text is legible for someone with normal eyesight.

"Our posters are printed on luscious satin-finish paper and are available in common frame dimensions, giving you the freedom to immortalize your poster in a wide variety of styles should you choose to frame them (and we recommend that you do!)"

There are a number of novels available, from Moby Dick to Peter Pan, Postertext also takes requests for custom novels as well. Most posters are 24"x 36" and prices for the posters are generally around $30-$35.

Peter Pan

Alice in Wonderland

Check it out here: Postertext

Hario Cold Water Coffee Dripper

2011-07-10T11:54:00.000-05:00

Time to finally throw away your Mr. Coffee coffee maker from 1985 that was passed on to you. This instantly gives your kitchen a boost in style.

The Hario cold water coffee dripper uses the cold-drip method that involves slowly dropping cold water through finely ground coffee beans to make delicious concentrated cold brew toddy. Perfect for making iced coffee on these hot summer days as well as concentrate for cooking or baking.

Cold brewed coffee preserves the flavor compounds while eliminating the acidic oils and bitterness typically involved in hot brewing. All of this without a single watt of electricity.

$265
Check it out here: Hario Cold Water Coffee Dripper

Genuine Bamboo Tiki Bar

2011-06-30T11:32:00.000-05:00

Look at how much fun this guy is having.

A home Tiki Bar made out of genuine bamboo wood is perfect for beating the heat at your backyard bbq's and pool parties. Become a real parrot head and serve some slushy drinks to your friends this summer at your own Tiki Bar from Hammacher Schlemmer.

Made out of real Anji Mountain bamboo this Tiki Bar is weatherproof and pretty much indestructible.
"Anji Mountain bamboo has a tensile strength of 28,000 lbs. per square inch--5,000 lbs. greater than that of steel--and is kiln-dried to remove excess moisture, resulting in a natural wood that's impervious to rain, sun, and insects."

A hanging glassware rack can accomodate 15 glasses, and a generous storage area for storing your favorite ingredients. Also includes 2 bamboo stools, additional stools can be purchased from the link.

$499.95

Check it out here: Hammacher Schlemmer

Fried Kool Aid

2011-06-23T11:31:00.001-05:00

1 lg. order of diabetes with a side of artery clogging sauce please.

If you've been on twitter recently you probably noticed one of the trending topics was diabetes bombs, A.K.A Fried Kool Aid.

"You know, growing up, I was a big fan of Kool-Aid. We drank Kool-Aid growing up, so I thought, 'why not fry it and see what happens,'" said Charlie Boghosian, the mad fry-entist who created Fried Kool Aid. If you're like me and you wondered "what kind of person would think of cooking this", then prepare yourself for some other offerings on his gourmet menu: fried Girl Scout cookies, FryBQ Ribs, fried Klondike Bars and Totally Fried Brownies.

I can feel myself getting fatter just looking at this.

Since Americans aren't fat enough already we included the recipe after the break so you can cook up your own diabetes donuts at home. We take no responsibility for any health problems that occur immediately after eating these, so be warned.

Fried Kool-Aid Recipe

Ingredients:
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup Kool-Aid (We like grape)
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 of sugar (Want it sweeter? Add more)
- 1/2 tsp. of salt
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- 2 cups milk
- 3 2/3 cups of flour

Optional (variations we think are equally mouthwatering)
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1 tsp. dark chocolate (melted)
- 1 tsp. honey

Make the batter by beating the eggs and sugar together. Gradually add the milk and dry ingredients, including the optional ones. Cook in hot vegetable oil until golden brown (a few minutes, depending on heat). Cool in tray for a few minutes, then dig in.

Via Ask Men

Apparently these obesity orbs have been selling like crazy at fairgrounds across the country, and when the State Fair rolls around here I'm gonna give them a shot.

Kitten Coin Bank

2011-06-19T14:47:00.000-05:00

I don't even know what to say about this thing, except that I want it. A recent double-blind communication research study proved that the internet runs on kitties, and this is our contribution to keeping the internet running smoothly.

What. The. F.

$25 shipped with Amazon Prime
Check it out here: Amazon

101 Whiskies to Try Before You Die

2011-06-18T20:46:00.000-05:00

The last time I turned down a whiskey, I didn’t understand the question.

“Too much of anything is bad, but too much of good whiskey is barely enough.” – Mark Twain.

I enjoy whiskey, especially good bourbon, so this book by Ian Buxton caught my eye the second I saw it. What you won't find in this book are deliberately obscure, ridiculously expensive, or extremely limited whiskeys. What you will find is 101 reasons to get sauced off some of the worlds best whiskey.

The book is not an awards list or a list of the "best", instead it is more of a list of 101 drinks that whiskey buffs should try to experience some great bottles. The whiskey world has many different things to consider, such as the many different types of whiskeys ( Grain whiskey vs. Malt whiskey), the proper glassware for your drink, and the different "cultures" behind every variety. 101 Whiskeys to try before you die does not try to rate the different drinks, rather it explains the questions, backgrounds, and processes involved behind some great whiskey.

“I should never have switched from Scotch to Martini's”
-Humphrey Bogart's last words.

~$13 via amazon.
Check it out here: Amazon 101Whiskies to Try Before you Die

OCD cutting board

2011-06-16T21:43:00.000-05:00

carrots only taste good if they are cut at exactly 45 degree angles.

Make sure you measure every ingredient three times before adding it.
This beechwood cutting board is perfect for the compulsive cook.
Featuring precise measurements allowing you to bisect that broccoli and triangulate those tomatoes.

Measures 9" x12"

Fred OCD cutting board: $25

Check it out here: Amazon

Spiral Clock

2011-06-14T23:37:00.000-05:00

I once made love for an hour and fifteen minutes, but it was the night the clocks are set ahead
-Garry Shandling

Decorate any room with this clock that looks like it came straight off the set of Inception.

10" diameter, black plastic case. $15
Also available as a larger roman numeral version.

Check it out here: Cafepress

84 Egg Sandwich. Epic Mealtime

2011-06-12T13:27:00.000-05:00

Rise and Shine you tired ass mother****er! Time for some McMuffin Mountains.

I love breakfast sandwiches, and I love Epic Mealtime. Therefore it would be irresponsible of me not to share it with the masses.
Enjoy.

Black Animal Shot Glasses

2011-06-12T11:38:00.000-05:00

A dark and mysterious shot glass with an animal's head as a base. All the animals are designed to balance on their nose and ears/horns when placed as a bottom.

Can be used as a candle holder, paper weight or simply for décor.

Available in Bull, Bear, Moose, Rhinoceros, Rabbit and Ram.

Sold individually, $28.

Check it out here: Yanko Design

Camera Lens Mug

2011-06-07T12:08:00.000-05:00

Great until you groggily pour coffee all over your real lens in the morning.

Get your inner photographer out with the Camera Lens Mug, even if your best picture was taken with a disposable. You might get some strange looks from strangers when they see someone putting a camera lens in their mouth though or pouring coffee all over it though. Available in both Nikon and Cannon camera lens versions.

Both Nikon and Canon mug models are made with a easy to clean stainless steel lining. Also, a lens-cap lid, rubber-grip focus and zoom rings, and an auto-focus switch that actually switches. To top it off, the Nikon mug actually zooms when you twist its grip.

"Canon" is 3.3" diameter, 4" tall. $24
"Nikon" is 3.3" diameter, 6.5" tall. $30
Both hold about 11oz.
Check it out here: Photojojo

Windows 8 First Look

2011-06-02T11:26:00.000-05:00

For those of you that have not heard yet, Microsoft is working on and nearing closer to a Windows 8 release. Here is an early look at the Windows 8 user interface.

The Windows 8 revealed in the video seems to be a touch based OS optimized for tablet use, however it is unknown if the desktop/ laptop version will be of a similar layout. This could be due to a shifting focus towards the tablet market which is increasing dramatically in popularity. There seems to be a lot of confusion as to whether this interface will be the default for non-touch PCs which Microsoft will have to clear up.

The design is incredibly different from previous Windows versions as it does away with the task bar in favor of apps, similar to Apple iOS. The interface features many aesthetically pleasing elements with a very fluid and smooth theme.

Cloud integration will likely be much more prominent in Windows 8 with Windows SkyDrive, rumor has is that Windows 8 will include the ability to have 3rd party cloud storage services as mapped drives.

Microsoft is also rumored to be venturing into a Windows app store, also eerily similar to Apple's app store. Not much is known about the Windows app store and its planned features, ZDnet has some leaked photos of what it might look like available here: Microsoft App Store

Since this is just a preview video some of these features may not be used, however we will be posting more on Windows 8 as major events unfold.

The Sandless Beach Mat

2011-05-30T19:53:00.000-05:00

Summer is finally here and that means sun, sand, hot beaches and carefree fun. The Sandless Beach Mat from Hammacher Schlemmer is the perfect thing to keep the sand out of you know where.

Developed for military use and originally used to contain sand and dust when helicopters take off, the sandless beach mat is impossible to cover with sand. The mat is like a 1-way screen made with 2 layers of woven polyurethane that instantly filters sand through the mat back onto the beach and prevents the sand from reemerging from below. Measures 36' sq. from Hammacher Schlemmer, $59.95.

Check it out here: Hammacher Schlemmer Beach Mat

Starbucks Iphone & Blackberry app

2011-05-28T11:33:00.000-05:00

How will I function in the morning without my $5 Caffe Peanut Butter Frappa-Latte?

Visit a Starbucks and you can now forget your cash or credit cards and pay for your drink with your smartphone. iPhone, Ipod Touch and Blackberry users just need to flash their phone to pay for their drinks with the Starbucks app, which functions the same as a Starbucks card.

Instead of using RFID of NFC the app displays a scannable barcode linked to your account. Just enter your Starbucks card number and add funds from your credit card, iPhone users can also use PayPal or take out a second mortgage.

In addition to paying for your drink, the Starbucks iPhone app can help you build your perfect drink (coffee. black.), look up nutrition info, and find the nearest Starbucks location to get your fix (because you know they are so difficult to find).

Starbucks newest product:

We're holding out for the needle version. The tie-off rope will be made of 100% fair trade organic hemp rope