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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales
The Apple in Celtic Mythology The Symbol of Magic, Immortality, and the Otherworld In Celtic mythology, the apple holds a place of profound significance, symbolizing much more than just a fruit—it represents immortality, wisdom, and the connection between the mortal...
North American Distilling
The Rowdy Mayor Of Atlanta The Rowdy Legacy of Atlanta’s First Mayor A “rowdy” is described as “a person who behaves in a rough, disorderly fashion,” and it might surprise you to learn that the first Mayor of Atlanta embraced this very label with pride. Moses W....
Distilling & Drinking History Blog
The Puss & Mew Gin & Ingenious Invention in 18th Century London The 18th century in London was marked by an unparalleled obsession with gin, sparking a societal crisis often referred to as the “Gin Craze.” To tackle this issue, the British...
Drinks, Cocktails & Likör
Bloody Mary The Cocktail That Thrived Despite Prohibition The Bloody Mary is much more than a savory brunch favorite; it traces its roots back to one of the most pivotal eras in American history—Prohibition. This iconic cocktail emerged in the 1920s, when Americans...
