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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Hungary water Exploring the Historical Elixir Hungary Water In the world of historical curiosities, few are as intriguing as Hungary Water, also known as the Queen of Hungary’s Water. This mysterious elixir from medieval Europe, has captivated the imaginations...
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The House of Angostura The Pioneering Days of The House of Angostura In the early days of The House of Angostura, the foundation of this illustrious distillery was laid by Dr. Johann Siegert, a visionary German physician with a profound impact on the world of spirits....
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The Queen Mother’s Cocktail From Malaria Tonic for French Legionnaires to Royal Approval In 1846, Joseph Dubonnet, a French chemist, crafted a delightful concoction that would forever change the world of aperitifs. This creation, a sweet and aromatic wine-based...
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The Smoking Bishop Victorian England’s Christmas Drink The Smoking Bishop gained widespread popularity during the Victorian era in England, akin to the well-known “mulled wine.” This delightful concoction is crafted from red wine, spices, fruits, and...
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1894 Milwaukee Brandy Revolution Brandy & The Columbian Exposition, Chicago 1893 The Brandy Revolution took root in Milwaukee during the World’s Columbian Exposition held in Chicago in 1893. This global event drew many Wisconsinites, and amidst the various...
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The Nick & Nora Cocktail Pioneers of Cocktail Culture on the Silver Screen In 1934, Nick & Nora brought Cocktail Drinking to the big screen and made it famous. The drinking glamour couple Nick Charles (played by William Powell) and his rich wife Nora (Myrna...
