Review: Elite Gear BJJ Gear

Posted on June 8, 2023 by Angel Mercado • Leave a comment

So I love martial arts, I love martial arts movies and martial arts gear. I’ve been doing martial arts for 16+ years now. I am currently a second degree Judo black belt and also a black belt in Jui Jitsu so I’ve taken my fair share of beating, but I have given even more! Lol. … Continue reading →

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Lobster Joint in Greenpoint

Posted on September 11, 2014 by Angel Mercado • Leave a comment

Lobster Joint in Greenpoint #foodporn ,random: Sliders (Lobster, Crab Cake & Fried Oyster) #beer : Lobster Ale Lobster Ale: Brewed By: Belfast Bay Brewing Company Style: American Amber Red Ale 13.11 OG | 5.0% ABV APPEARANCE 3/5 AROMA 5/10 PALATE 3/5 TASTE 7/10 OVERALL 18/30 Now go train. As Always, Workout, Drink be Merry. Continue reading →

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Oktoberfest 2014- Sly Fox Beer

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Angel Mercado • 1 Comment

It’s that time of year. Where brewer battle for their share of the Oktoberfest beer market. It’s my favorite time of year because we get to celebrate a wedding that happened my years ago, that we still commemorate the shin-dig by pouring tall glasses of Bavarian style beer!!! I also actively look for the different … Continue reading →

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“High Plains Drifter” Scottish Style Ale: Rockaway Brewing Company

Posted on May 22, 2014 by Angel Mercado • Leave a comment

Hello all! I had a chance to try “High Plains Drifter” Scottish Style Ale right at the Rockaway Brewing Company in Long Island City, NY and boy was it a treat. (see previous post ) This is my follow up on my visit to the brewery. The ale was bottled days ago and the taste definitely reflected that … Continue reading →

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Rockaway Brewing Company LIC, priceless.

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Angel Mercado • 1 Comment

Hello all! A beautiful day here in NYC, so I took a little ride on my long board today. The opportunity is rare and far and few. During this workout, and yes it is a workout disguised as a skateboard ride, I discovered Rockaway Brewing Company LIC. … Continue reading →

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Beer: Harpoon UFO White

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Angel Mercado • Leave a comment

Cheers all it’s Friday. Harpoon UFO White at MexiBBQ Withbier light, crisp, hints of orange peel and spices (garnished with orange). Really refreshing! Finishes really nice on the palate. A good wheat beer. Give it a try. APPEARANCE 4/5 AROMA 8/10 PALATE 3/5 TASTE 7/10 OVERALL 22/30 Have a beer, it’s your to keep. As Always Workout, Drink be … Continue reading →

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#TBT Double Down Ice Coffee

Posted on May 1, 2014 by Angel Mercado • Leave a comment

Hello all. I did this article about this time as last year. I only remembered it because around this time of year, trees are blooming. The birds are chirping and the temperature is arising. As the mercury meter rises I switch from hot coffee to cold coffee. I LOVE COFFEE. Yes im addicted to say the … Continue reading →

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Kumi Kata (grip fighting) the more modern way of fighting.

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Angel Mercado • 1 Comment

UFC 172 took place this past weekend (4.26.14) in Baltimore, Maryland. Headlining the main event of the evening was the Light Heavyweight Title Fight between Jones vs. Teixeira. Spoiler alert, Jon Jones retains the title at the 205lb class improving his record to 20-1. Jones dominated in every fight stat that was recorded, ie: total … Continue reading →

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Grant’s Blended Scotch Whiskey Review

Posted on March 15, 2014 by Angel Mercado • Leave a comment

Grant’s Blended Scotch Whiskey A wonderfully tasty scotch. This whisky has a noticeable aroma. At first nose of ripe pears and berries. It is has a light clear hue. It is aged blended scotch whiskey in oak that give it its deep, sweet, soft fruit flavour, creating the perfect foundation. (70cl, 40%) APPEARANCE 4/5 AROMA 6/10 PALATE 4/5 TASTE 7/10 OVERALL 21/30 … Continue reading →

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Double Down Ice Coffee

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Angel Mercado • 2 Comments

ANOTHER REASON TO LOVE SUMMER: DOUBLE DOWN ICE COFFEE. I love coffee, but I love even ice coffee more! I can’t wait till the weather is above 70 degrees to go get my first ice coffee of the year. Yet what I find disturbing is those people drinking ice coffee in February, and my wife … Continue reading →