North American Distilling
The Same Old Moses Saloon A Pioneering Legacy in Oklahoma’s Liquor History In the heart of Oklahoma’s storied past lies The Same Old Moses Saloon, a historic establishment that played a significant role in the state’s early days. This iconic saloon,...
North American Distilling
Warren Gamaliel Harding A President Amidst Prohibition Warren Gamaliel Harding, the 29th President of the United States, is often remembered for his role in the post-World War I era and his approach to economic policies. However, beyond the political landscape,...
Early History, North American Distilling
The Mystery “Huichol” Stills Exploring the Distillation Heritage of Pre-Columbian Times In the heart of west-central Mexico, amidst the Huichol indigenous community, lies an ancient distilling contrivance known as the Huichol still. While its origins have...
North American Distilling, Drinking Culture Blog
The Blue Bell Bar Madame Lizzy’s Legacy: The Blue Bell Saloon The Blue Bell Bar in Guthrie, Oklahoma Territory, holds a storied past that mirrors the rugged tales of the American West. Established during the Oklahoma Land Run in 1889, Guthrie swiftly transformed...
North American Distilling, Prohibition
The Hell Hole Swamp Still Delving into the Past: The Fascinating Story of the Hell Hole Swamp Still Nestled within the depths of the Hell Hole Swamp area in Williamsburg County, South Carolina, the Hell Hole Swamp Still, also known as the Williamsburg County Still,...
North American Distilling
The Evolution of “Fire Water” From Alchemical Elixirs to Indigenous Healing Beverages The term “Fire Water” has a rich history, evolving from its origins as a descriptor for a burning sensation-inducing drink to encompass a range of meanings...
North American Distilling
The Salzburger’s Brandy Georgia’s first distillers In 1734 Salzburger Emigrants, a group of German-speaking Protestant refugees from the Catholic Archbishopric of Salzburg, sailed from England to Charleston, South Carolina, and thereafter to Savannah,...
North American Distilling
Georgia’s Brandy from Corn Stalks The Salzburgers in Georgia In 1734, a group of Protestant Salzburgers, fleeing religious persecution in their home countries of Germany and Austria, sought refuge by establishing a settlement in the newly formed Colony of...
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,...
