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It’s hard to live in the shadow -- the one overlooked, or at best, an afterthought. But this is the burden that Armagnac has had to bear -- the forgotten little sister to Cognac. But what has been a difficult life for this troubled spirit has resulted in great values and hidden treasures for those who have been wise enough to look past the spotlight.

September 7: Sake Tasting

We know the scene so well. Friends sitting around, looking bored, perhaps stranded in some dark train station, and then Barcardi (rum) shows up. The group is almost instantaneously transported to a tropical paradise, clad with buxom blondes in bikinis and a steel drum band. The party has begun. We’ve seen the commercial too many times and maybe even threw a bash or two, making Captain Morgan our guest of honor. There is no question that rum has earned somewhat of a reputation as the party animal of liquors – the bottle behind the bar with the lampshade on its head. But what if we were to tell you there is another side to rum – a serious, complex and even deep side? Would you believe that while it can be a central component to a fun, flirty cocktail – rum could also be a rich, intense spirit? There is a whole other side to rum that most of us never see. But with just a little shift in perspective, it’s clear that rum can be business up front AND party in the back. Maybe even the mullet of liquors.

That’s the thing about Scotch, you either love it or hate it. It’s polarizing, potent and burns just a little on the way down. It’s kind of like the sushi of alcohol. The first few times you have it you hold your breath, swallow quickly and possibly gag. But then one day, mostly likely drunk, you have a bite and realize it’s the greatest food ever. Well that, my friends, is Scotch.

Okay, so we really liked the name - we'll admit it. This and every Saturday, you can watch a kung fu classic while eating The Den's traditional southern food with a twist. The karate chops start flying at 8 p.m. Drinks are $4 during the movie, and cover is $5 after 10 p.m. The Den, 2150 5th Ave. between 131st & 132nd, Harlem, 212-234-3045.