Drinks, Cocktails & Likör
The Father Of American Mixology The Cocktail Maestro Who Lived Boldly & Shaped the Cocktail Craft Jeremiah “Jerry” P. Thomas (1830-1885) carved a colossal legacy in the world of mixed drinks, earning the title “father of American mixology” with a life...
Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales
The “Beer Run” of Antarctic Explorers A Frosty Tale of Austrailan Determination In the vast, icy wilderness of Antarctica, where temperatures drop to unimaginable lows and isolation stretches endlessly, tales of human determination often emerge. Among...
Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales
The Saint Bernard Dog and Brandy Saint Bernard Rescue Dogs and Their Brandy Barrels The image of a Saint Bernard rescue dog bounding through the snowy Alps with a small barrel of brandy tied around its neck is one of the most iconic and enduring legends in history....
Drinks, Cocktails & Likör, Other
America’s Oldest Drinking Club The Schuylkill Fishing Company & Its Iconic Colonial Rum Punch In the heart of 18th-century Philadelphia, a group of influential men sought refuge from the bustling city along the serene banks of the Schuylkill River. Their retreat,...
North American Distilling
The Green Dragon Revolution & Lifeline of Boston’s Rum Trade The Green Dragon Tavern, an unassuming establishment nestled in Boston’s historic North End, became a symbol of revolutionary fervor in the 18th century. Established in 1714 by William Davis, a wealthy...
North American Distilling
Cocktails & American Political Imagination How Cocktails Have Shaken & Stirred American Politics Cocktails are an integral part of America’s cultural and political heritage. From the rum punch served in colonial taverns like Boston’s Green Dragon—where...
North American Distilling
Drinks of Inauguration Day Presidential Pours: Iconic Drinks of Inauguration Day Inauguration Day has long been a symbol of renewal and celebration in American history. Over the years, these historic occasions have been accompanied by libations that reflect the...
