Alcohol Infused Whipped Cream in 11 Flavors. Whipped Lightning aka Whipahol.

I recently wrote about Smirnoff's new flavored vodkas, one of which is said to taste like whipped cream. This got me thinking.... what if there were an actual whipped cream that tasted like vodka instead of the other way around? So, I did a little googling and found something even better.... Whipped Lighting - Alcohol Infused Whipped Cream in a can in 11 delicious sounding flavors.



Whipped Lightning (which I prefer referring to as its urban slang nickname and their url... Whipahol) contains 18.25% alcohol (36.5 proof) with the exception of four flavors (Caramel Pecan, Chocolate Mint, German Chocolate and Hazelnut Espresso) which contain 16.75% alcohol (or 33.5 proof).






Whipped Lightning can dress up many a drink (and a dessert). Whether you prefer a martini, shot or shooter, cocktail, frozen drink, coffee, pie, ice cream or just straight from the can, Whipahol is one of a kind. Okay, not really one of a kind since a competitive product named Cream with 6 flavors, 15% alcohol content and much better designed packaging has recently hit the market.


above: Cream, another recently introduced Alcohol-infused whipped cream

As you would expect, many college campuses, concerned parents and special interest groups are up in arms over this product because of its obvious appeal to underage drinkers who are likely to abuse the product. Ingesting one full can will give you an effect equal to about three beers - and probably a stomachache.

Below are some answers from the folks behind Whipahol you're bound to have about this creamy booze in a can.

Do I have to refrigerate Whipped Lightning?
No, Whipped Lightning does not need to be refrigerated, ever. As a matter of fact refrigeration will cause the alcohol to separate from the cream and Whipahol will serve rather muddy. Don't worry though, refrigeration won't hurt it; just let it return to room temperature and all will be fine. Whipahol is infused with grain alcohol and pressurized inside a sterile environment. Although it will not go bad sitting out on a hot summer day we recommend trying to keep it somewhere around 70 degrees.

Should I shake the can?
You should shake Whipped Lightning vigorously before serving. This will help to mix up all the tasty ingredients.

There is still product in the can but why is nothing coming out?
Whipped Lightning is under pressure, if the can is relieved of pressure the product will not dispense. Do NOT spray Whipahol while the can is pointing up or sideways because the gas will be used up before all the Whipahol is dispensed from the can. Be sure to shake well, point the can downwards and spray.

Can I leave Whipahol in my car on a hot summer day?
No, you should not leave Whipahol in a hot car. Any aerosol product can become over pressurized by the heat in a parked car. This will cause the valve to fail and Whipahol will end up all over your upholstery rather than where it belongs, in your mouth.

How many calories are in a serving?
We've never had Whipped Lightning tested to determine how many calories are in a serving. Whipahol is not a food product and is not subject to FDA labeling requirements; it is an alcoholic beverage. You should consume Whipahol in moderation, please enjoy it responsibly.

Do you have to be 21 years old to purchase Whipped Lightning?
Yes, Whipped Lightning is an alcoholic beverage so you must be 21 years old to purchase and consume in the United States.

What is the shelf life of Whipped Lightning?
Whipped Lightning is best used within 12 months of being made. Please see the label for either a born on or expiration date. We make Whipahol to order so your can of Whipped Lightning is fresh and has not sat in a warehouse for months after production.

Why is Whipped Lightning not available in my state?
If Whipped Lightning is not currently available in your state, more than likely we are working on finding a distributor. You can help us by asking for Whipped Lightning at your local liquor store.

Click here to find where to purchase Whipped Lightning and some recipes as to how to serve it.

By the way, that fabulous image of the girl covered in whipped cream at the top of this post is from the photo shoot of Herb Alpert's Tijuana Brass 1965 album cover for Whipped Cream & Other Delights (courtesy of Esquire magazine's archives and composited by yours truly)

New Tragically Hip Products From Atypyk

above: The Forest Fire air freshener

I have long been a fan and customer of Atypyk's witty and irreverent products. They constantly churn out items that really are the definition of "clever". Sometimes prototypes, sometimes produced.

Here's a look at a bunch of their latest fabulous products that make me giggle (and are actually available for purchase).

Coffin-shaped mousetrap:

Diamond Ring Plaster (bandage):

Pencils featuring the famous moustaches of Salvador, Zorro, Burt, Django and Clark:

Pycho Diagnostic Rorscach blot coasters:

Game Trophy Cutting Board:

Angel Wings cushion:

Recycled laser cut wood slabs (great for placemats):

and although not new, I've always loved this Brand icon puzzle:

Buy all these hip products - and more - here.

The Most Beautiful Nail Art (Or Manicure Masterpieces).

above: Technoid Subculture nail art

Now, THIS is finger painting. CND (Creative Nail Design) is a company known better to professionals that the average consumer. The first to create a nail polish resistant to yellowing, the company has continued to innovate with science and beauty. The amazing nail polish art shown below was created with their products.

Afro Love nails:

Bridal nails:

Downtown Doll nails:

Flirt nails:

Punk Rock nails:

Global Chic nails:

Holiday Nails:


Pretty phenomenal, right? But what's even cooler is that on their site, they describe exactly which polishes you need to create each of the above designs of nail art and the steps as to how to apply them.

If the above nail art seems to daunting for you to try, CND still makes it easy to have uniquely beautiful nails by simply combining their color polishes with their effect polishes.



First you can choose from their cremes, primaries or chrome polishes:


After polishing your nails with the first color, you can add a number of effects (shimmer, pearl or sparkle) by using their 'effects' polishes:



and voila, many fab looks can be achieved, such as these below:




About CND
CND (Creative Nail Design) got it's start when Dr. Stuart Nordstrom, a practicing dentist, got the idea for a new nail enhancement product: A patient remarked that the material used to prepare temporary caps smelled like the material used to sculpt porcelain nails.

The result was SolarNail™ Liquid, the industry’s first-ever monomer formulation for greater nail strength and flexibility — and the first product to deliver natural, non-yellowing nail color..

Building on a foundation of hard work and smart chemistry, the fledgling company pursued and achieved one innovation after another—an uninterrupted succession of advances that continues, virtually unabated, to this day. With every new breakthrough came growth. Throughout the 1980s alone, the company doubled its revenues every year.

BREAKING NAIL NEWS:



The latest news from CDN (even covered here in the NY Times) is the upcoming release of their long-wearing 'shellac' polish. A special nail polish that is said to last weeks without chipping.



The SHELLAC polishes (not yet available for purchase) are dried by a UV light and when removal is desired, each nail has to be soaked for 10 minutes in the special removal gel wraps, shown below.



Visit their site to learn more and to find distributors.

CND
Special thanks to CND and NY Times for the images and info.

Crazy Eights. Eight New Unusual Items On The Market

Eight cool things you may not have known existed.

Clockwise from upper left:
1. Puhlmann's Cash Cow piggy bank (in black, red, white or bronze)
2. Michael Mckenna's Betty Lou lamp - a rechargeable lithium ion powered glass lamp to place over any wineglass. Available with silver or gold accents.
3. the GF-6510. A mobile real fireplace and coffee table available in white or black
4. the Brocante de Salon photographic rug
5. The wall mountable charging frame
6. Daphna Simon's 18k yellow gold log earrings
7. oh shocking! erotic bedding and pjs by Atelier Blink
8. 4 Rider Single Spoke lightweight folding frame stroller by Mutsy.

Just click on each image for more details and place of purchase.

Five Fun New Finds To Hip Up Your Home

Five fun new finds!

From top:

1. Anna Carin Dahl's Deer vases. Ceramic, 6" tall by 2.5" in diameter. Orange, Pink or Green with colored interior glaze.

2. Chris Collicott's Toy Soldier candleholder. Heavy enough to be a bookend too! Size: 9"h x7"w

3. Pig Cooking Lid by Marna, Inc. Made of soft silicone with a pig face in the center, this multipurpose lid can be placed directly over ingredients in a pot to help them cook evenly, releasing steam through the pig's snout. It can also be used to cover food in the microwave, and as a grip to open lids. Dishwasher and microwave safe. Size: 1h x 7"diam.

4. Crystal Cloud by Yumiko Yoshimoto, 1979
Water in this cloud-shaped glass sculpture creates repeating natural phenomena such as forming water drops, becoming cloudy based on temperature, and shining when the water sways. Created by glass sculptor Yumiko Yoshimoto, each Crystal Cloud is mouth blown and shaped by hand. Made of borosilicate glass filled with distilled water and a polished chromium-plated brass stand. Hand-wash only. Size: 2.75h x 3l x 1.5"diam.

5. The Matwalk has slippers integrated into the bath mat so you can wipe up the wet floor with ease. Designed by Paolo Ulian for Droog.

Buy any of the above items by clicking on their picture to be taken to a link to purchase.

See more cool things to buy on my If It's Hip,It's Here. list. Art, accessories, appliances. A list of items that celebrate design, functionality and art. Items to appreciate and admire.

Ten New Products To Add To That Wish List Of Yours

Clockwise from top left:
1. Patricia Urquiola's new Landscape Dinnerware for Rosenthal.
2. Authentics unusual Bravit candles with wicks that wind their way through the wax and split off into two wicks while burning.
3. The Mythic Lip watch in black or white.
4. Glowing Owl Touch Sensor Floor lamp
5. Stunning exotic wood veneer desk, The Waterfall Writing Desk
6. Whimsical Dust Furniture collection by Vincent Lehman
7. New Zealand Tufted Wool Dog Rug
8. Pine slab shelving unit with glass shelves
9. Gloss ceramic antler lamp
10. Richard Meier's latest pen for Acme

Just click on the image above for more detail and place of purchase.