North American Distilling
Livingston Distillery The Distilling Legacy of a Founding Father Philip Livingston (1716–1778) is widely recognized for his crucial role in signing the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Born into the esteemed Livingston family, known as “patroons,” they...
North American Distilling
The Drinker’s Dictionary The Drinker’s Dictionary: Franklin’s Stance on Moderate Drinking Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) is recognized as one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, displaying versatility that spanned science, literature, diplomacy,...
North American Distilling
The Thicket Gin & Ingenious Invention in 18th Century London In 1816, Scottish immigrant William Carnochan constructed the Thicket Rum Distillery near Darien, Georgia, inspired by the myrtle-laden vegetation of the 400-acre Colonial Plantation. Darien, established...
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...