Distilling & Drinking History Blog
Vital Du Four Gin & Ingenious Invention in 18th Century London Cardinal Vital du Four (Vitalis de Furno) was a distinguished Franciscan theologian, scholastic philosopher, and alchemistic scholar whose influence spanned the intellectual landscape of Southwest...
Drinking Culture Blog, Prohibition
Gin Lane “Gin Lane”: Shaping 18th-Century English Drinking Culture “Gin Lane,” crafted by English artist William Hogarth in 1750-51, is a seminal piece of social commentary that influenced the 18th-century English Drinking Culture. Paired with...
Distilling & Drinking History Blog
The Story of Madeira Wine Madeira Wine: A Toast to America’s Founding Fathers and Historic Moments The history of Madeira wine is as rich and complex as the wine itself, dating back centuries and entwined with the cultural and economic development of the...
Drinks, Cocktails & Likör
Poitín Poitín: Ireland’s Legendary Spirit and Cultural Icon Poitín, often referred to as Irish moonshine, is a traditional Irish distilled beverage with a long and storied history. In summary, poitín stands as a symbol of Ireland’s distilling heritage,...
Drinks, Cocktails & Likör
Cuba Libre Cuba Libre: Tracing the Heritage of a Liberating Sip In the world of mixology, few cocktails boast a narrative as compelling as the Cuba Libre, a concoction that transcends its simple blend of rum and cola. Emerging from the echoes of the Spanish-American...
Distilling & Drinking History Blog
Origin Of Cacao Puerto Escondido: Unearthing the Olmec “Cradle of Chocolate” and Ancient Cacao Alchemy Puerto Escondido, situated in the lower Ulúa Valley in northern Honduras, may hold the title of the “Cradle of Chocolate,” as evidenced by...
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),...
Drinks, Cocktails & Likör
The Carnivore’s Mezcal Pechuga Mezcal’s Distinctive Heritage Mexican Mezcal undergoes meticulous distillation from diverse agave species, capturing a range of flavors shaped by agave type, region, and production methods. Tequila, a famous variant, emerges...
