"They are sent to me so I might judge whether or not they are worth the effort of continuing their education," Yrael grins. No need to waste time with grades or bell curves - he is strictly pass or fail.

"We have a little while before our reservation time. A drink would be much appreciated, yes, thank you," Yrael steps into the bar area with them. "A Sazerac for me, I think."

He likes to taste individual establishments' takes on the local classic.