All About Drinking Songs

Drinking Customs

All About Drinking Songs The Timeless Tradition of Drinking Songs Drinking songs hold a unique place in human culture, intertwining camaraderie, revelry, and often a satirical or humorous tone. These songs, performed during the consumption of alcoholic beverages, are...

Vodka & Vampires

Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales

Vodka & Vampires Eastern European Legends of Spirit Protection As the long winter nights descended upon the villages of Eastern Europe, casting an eerie stillness over the land, people turned to more than just garlic to ward off dark forces. In a fascinating...

Hygge And Pantsdrunk

Drinking Customs

Hygge And Pantsdrunk Scandinavian Traditions of Cozy Comfort and Relaxation Scandinavia has long been admired for its ability to thrive through harsh winters and long nights. Central to this success are two cultural traditions that have caught the world’s attention:...

Thanksgiving and the Role of Alcohol

North American Distilling

Thanksgiving and the Role of Alcohol Raising a Glass: The History of Alcohol in Thanksgiving Traditions Thanksgiving, one of America’s most cherished holidays, is deeply rooted in gratitude, community, and abundance. As families gather around tables laden with turkey,...

The Tiki Culture

Drinks, Cocktails & Likör

The Tiki Culture The Origins of Tiki Culture & Its Prohibition-Era Roots Tiki culture evokes images of tropical drinks adorned with tiny paper umbrellas, carved wooden idols, and a laid-back, escapist atmosphere. Behind the rum-fueled revelry lies a history deeply...

The Highlander and the Devil

Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales

The Highlander and the Devil Tom Campbell and the Devil’s Dram: A Scottish Tale of Wit and Whisky Once upon a time, when the Scottish Highlands were wild and stories were spun as easily as the wind, there was a young man named Tom Campbell. Tom had the heart of an...

The Rillaton Cup

Drinkware

The Rillaton Cup The Rillaton Gold Cup: Legend, Mystery, and the Golden Relic of Cornwall Hidden within Cornwall’s windswept hills, a relic from the depths of Britain’s ancient past holds stories that blend history with legend. The Rillaton Gold Cup, one of the most...

Your Lips Must Touch The Toe

Drinks, Cocktails & Likör

Your Lips Must Touch The Toe A Toast to Yukon’s Mummified Toe Tradition The Sourtoe Cocktail is a peculiar and unique drink that originated in Dawson City, Yukon, Canada. What makes this cocktail truly distinctive is the presence of a mummified human toe...

The “Master Draught”

Distilling & Drinking History Blog

The “Master Draught” A Legendary Toast To Resilience The Master Drought Festival in Rothenburg ob der Tauber (o.d.T.), Germany, centers around a legendary event where wine and a massive Humpen glass played a pivotal role in saving the town. Since 1881,...

The Drink of Nobility

Drinks, Cocktails & Likör, Likör

The Drink of Nobility Likör, An Aristocratic Elixir Likör, or liqueurs, stand as historical symbols of prestige and opulence, once exclusively savored by the elite and nobility of Europe. The rich and intricate history of these spiced and sweetened spirits is...