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Drinking & Culture Blog
This engaging blog, written by Caroline Porsiel, explores the history, myths, and legends surrounding the origins of alcohol production. Through her research, Caroline highlights the stories and traditions shared by cultures around the world, dating back to the early days of distilling, brewing, and winemaking. Each article offers insight into the rituals and practices that are deeply connected to local cultures and production methods, providing a thoughtful exploration of the rich history of alcoholic beverages.
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The Highlander and the Devil
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ Tom Campbell and the Devil’s Dram: A Scottish Tale of Wit and Whisky Once upon a time, when the...
The Rillaton Cup
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ The Rillaton Gold Cup: Legend, Mystery, and the Golden Relic of Cornwall Hidden within...
Your Lips Must Touch The Toe
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ A Toast to Yukon's Mummified Toe Tradition The Sourtoe Cocktail is a peculiar and unique drink...
The “Master Draught”
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ A Legendary Toast To Resilience The Master Drought Festival in Rothenburg ob der Tauber...
The Drink of Nobility
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ Likör, An Aristocratic Elixir Likör, or liqueurs, stand as historical symbols of prestige and...
The Apple in Celtic Mythology
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ The Symbol of Magic, Immortality, and the Otherworld In Celtic mythology, the apple holds a...
The Rowdy Mayor Of Atlanta
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ The Rowdy Legacy of Atlanta’s First Mayor A “rowdy” is described as “a person who behaves in a...
The Puss & Mew
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ Gin & Ingenious Invention in 18th Century London The 18th century in London was marked by an...
Bloody Mary
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ The Cocktail That Thrived Despite Prohibition The Bloody Mary is much more than a savory brunch...
The Great Boston Molasses Flood
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ The Purity Distilling Company's molasses storage tank In 1919, Boston stood as a hub of rum...
Sumbel
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ The Role of Boasts and Oaths in the Sumbel Tradition The *Sumbel* or *Symbel* is a rich...
Luck of Edenhall
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ Guardians of Fortune: The Fascinating Story of the Luck of Edenhall Amidst the realm of cultural...
Maria-Louca
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ Brazil's Prison Moonshine In the shadowy confines of Brazil’s prison system, a unique and...
The Three Chimneys
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ A Legacy of British Colonial Enterprise and Preservation The Three Chimney Distillery site is a...
The Imperial Eagle Beaker
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ Symbolism in 16th Century Drinking Culture A Humpen glass, often referred to as a Humpen or...
The Drunken Bakerman
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ The Remarkable Tale of the Drunken Bakerman on the Titanic Among the many harrowing and heroic...
The Same Old Moses Saloon
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ A Pioneering Legacy in Oklahoma's Liquor History In the heart of Oklahoma's storied past lies...
Jabir ibn Hayyan
$variable({"type":"content","value":{"name":"post_categories","settings":{"before":"","after":"","link_to_term_page":"on","separator":" | ","category_type":"category"}}})$ The Alchemist of the Islamic Golden Age The Islamic Golden Age, spanning roughly from the 8th to...