This is what we are up against boys... errr... I mean men

Christophe Rougny and the B-52

Not all of us can exude man like Christophe Rougny. If we could, there would be no point in running this website.

Everyday I thank my lucky stars that Christophe made his way Stateside from his native Marseilles. The experience he brings coming from a city where more men drink like women than women drink like women is unrivaled.

In a new video installment, Christophe introduces the masses to the B-52... one our our all time favorites. Enjoy:

Is that a Jack and Coke? Nope. It's a Black Russian

No man actually enjoys the taste of a Jack and Coke. If he says he does, it's either a lie or self delusion. If you're reading this and believe that you do in fact enjoy this concoction, look deep inside yourself, be honest for once, slap yourself in the face and keep reading.

The solution? The Black Russian.

For our money it's the best Mantini drink out there. Infusing vodka with the sweet Kahlua flavor of ripening coffee beans, it's like drinking a coffee with 4 heaping spoonfuls of sugar, only a coffee that's 31% ALC/VOL.

Bottom line: The Black Russian looks just like a Jack and Coke, only it actually tastes good. Head to the bar and order with confidence.

3 parts Vodka. 2 parts Kahlua.

Enjoy.

Red Cup Camouflage

You're at a party. Natty Ice is on tap in the backyard. Upon seeing the keg you throw up in your mouth. This post, my friend, was written for you.

Step 1: Remain calm. Head over to the keg and fill up your cup. Smile and back away.

Step 2: Head for the bathroom. But on your way grab a bottle of vodka from the bar and two lemons and some sugar from the kitchen.

Step 3: Once your in the head, dump the beer down the sink and channel your inner Christophe Rougny. Take a deep breath, it's going to be alright.

Ever get caught pouring refined sugar into your "Whiskey, straight up?" Read on...

We at Mantini have seen far too many men getting caught emptying packets of sugar into their supposed "straight-up whiskies." Either you try to do it under the bar or table

The answer: The Godfather.

WARNING: We are in no way recommending that under any circumstance you stop bringing packets of sugar with you at all times. Although Amaretto can be found in most cosmopolitan bars, we can not guarantee it will always be readily available. However a great improvement The Godfather is to our arsenal, it in no way replaces the tried and true sugar packet, which will always be an essential part of the Mantini survival kit.

The Mantini

Let's face it. Girly drinks just taste better.

Unfortunately we live in a society that says a man's a man only if he can somehow tolerate the bitter taste of Jack Daniels, while dismissing the delicate pleasures of a Cosmopolitan.

We've all been there:

You tell the bartender you'll have a Scotch and Soda, when all you really want is that Cocotini. You shake your head in mock disgust when your girlfriend offers you a sip of her Strawberry Daiquiri, when it takes every ounce will power and suppression of common sense not to nod yes. Waking up hungover, your headache only accentuated by the sordid taste of Bourbon, questioning why one would ever deny themselves the sweet and lingering compensation of Kahlua and Cream.

You don't have to hide anymore. We know you're out there. You might be a professional football player. You might be a contractor. You might be an investment banker. You might be Gerard Butler.

Whatever your background you face the same dilemma: How can I drink like a lady, but still look like a man?

Enter The Mantini.

No longer will we need to separate our manliness from our taste buds. We dedicate ourselves to the mission of masking the femininity of the girly drinks men love, while keeping up the appearance of the masculinity men need. We know the challenge that this poses, but we are confident that, through this site, one day the goal will be achieved.

The Mantini...It's not just a drink, it's a way of life (3 parts rootbeer, 2 parts Malibu, mix thoroughly, pour into empty Budweiser can and enjoy.)