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...
Distilling & Drinking History Blog
Waragi – The War Gin The History and Unique Flavors of Uganda’s Waragi Waragi, a popular distilled spirit originating from Uganda, East Africa, holds a significant place in the nation’s cultural and social fabric. Often considered Uganda’s...
North American Distilling
The Midnight Ride Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride and his Distillery Stop Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride, a crucial event before the Revolutionary War, is commonly associated with his urgent alert to the colonial militia. However, beyond this familiar tale,...
Distilling & Drinking History Blog
Mesca Ulad Mesca Ulad and the Drunken Warriors of Ulster “Mesca Ulad,” a tale rooted in Irish mythology since the 12th century A.D., unfolds the enchanting story of “The Drunkenness of the Warriors of Ulster.” This narrative, divided between...
