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...
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...
Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales, Drinkware
Luck of Edenhall Guardians of Fortune: The Fascinating Story of the Luck of Edenhall Amidst the realm of cultural artifacts, few objects evoke as much mystery and fascination as Luck beakers—fragile glass vessels thought to protect the fortunes of their owners. Among...
Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales
The Drunken Bakerman The Remarkable Tale of the Drunken Bakerman on the Titanic Among the many harrowing and heroic stories of the Titanic, the tale of Charles Joughin, the Drunken Bakerman, stands out for its unique blend of resilience, fortitude, and an unexpected...
Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales
The Rabbit Scale of Intoxication Tepoztēcatl & 400 rabbits In Aztec mythology, Tepoztecatl, the god of pulque, was closely associated with rabbits. Pulque, a fermented agave drink, was central to Aztec rituals. Tepoztecatl’s link to rabbits was so strong...
Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales
Irish Clurichaun The Boozy Trickster of Celtic Myth Meet the clurichaun, a mischievous cousin of the leprechaun known for one thing: a love of drinking. Originating from Irish Celtic mythology, these small elves are often found in distilleries, breweries, wine...
Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales, Early History
Bacchanalia An ancient Roman festival venerating the God of Wine Bacchanalia, an ancient Roman festival venerating Bacchus, the god of wine and fertility, stands as a vibrant testament to the intertwining of revelry, culture, and mythology. The festival was inspired...
Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales
Amrita The Drink Of Immortality Amrita, a revered elixir in ancient Indian Vedas, is often referred to as the nectar of the gods, known by other names such as Soma or Madhu. Beyond its literal sense, Amrita embodies the concept of immortality in Hindu mythology. The...
Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales
Aegir’s Ale Ægir, the Sea Giant and Master Brewer In the realm of Nordic mythology, Ægir, alternatively known as Ägir, Gymir, or Hlér, stands as a sea giant whose existence often blurs the lines between deity and giant. Brother to Kári (Wind) and Logi (Fire),...
Drinking Gods, Myths & Fairytales
Maximón, the Liquor-Drinking Saint Maximón or San Simón is a folk saint in the highlands of Guatemala who is said to have both positive (healing and protective) and negative (ominous and cursing) powers. Maximón is worshiped in the Maya Culture across tribes in about...
