Gin and Sometimes Whiskey
By Gin and Sometimes Whiskey
Gin and Sometimes Whiskey Jan 09, 2021
Gin in the 1920's: Bye 2020 & Hello 1920
In the spirit of saying all the goodbyes to 2020, let us take you on an adventure to the 1920's for all things gin & a little bit whiskey. PLUS, a special guest and super friend/fan join us for this fun and lighthearted episode. This is our third and final episode in our Gin in the '20s series. Don't cry in your G&T just yet, we have tons of great content planned for 2021!
References used for this episode:
- Andrew, Evans for History.com - “10 Things You Should Know About Prohibition.” https://www.history.com/news/10-things-you-should-know-about-prohibition
- Bourbon: A History of the American Spirit - by Dane Huckelbridge
- de Kergommeaux, Davin for The Whiskey Wash - “Canadian Whisky: Things You Should Know From The Expert.” https://thewhiskeywash.com/whiskey-styles/canadian-whiskey/canadian-whisky-things-you-should-know-from-the-expert/
- Encyclopedia Brittanica - Texas Guinan. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Texas-Guinan
- Miller, Jeffrey for Smithsonian Magazine - “The Modern Craft Cocktail Movement Got Its Start During Prohibition.”
- https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/modern-craft-cocktail-movement-got-its-start-during-prohibition-180971265/
- Wikipedia - “1920s” - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1920s
- Wortman, Marc for Smithsonian Magazine - “This Tiny French Archipelago Became America’s Alcohol Warehouse During Prohibition.” https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/tiny-french-archipelago-became-americas-illegal-warehouse-during-prohibition-180967868/
Just a taste of Gin in the 1920s
Since it has been a minute or more like 1000 minutes since our previous episode about gin in the 1820s. We wanted to provide you with a taste or sip, if you will, of our upcoming episode of gin in the 1920s with a little cocktail chat.
Thanks for listening & be on the lookout for our upcoming episode!
Gin in the 20's: 1820s, the gin palaces
Welcome to our second history of gin TARDIS adventure that we are taking! This month we are headed to the 1820s to visit gin palaces of the UK. We are also going to give you a great cocktail recipe, learn about innovation in gin production, and of course, it all revolves around the rise of gin palaces in cities of industry.
Thanks for listening!
References for this episode include:
- Difford’s Guide - “History of gin (1800-1830) - Gin’s gentrification” https://www.diffordsguide.com/g/1108/gin/history-of-gin-1800-1830
- Discover Britain - “Top five Victorian gin palaces in London” - https://www.discoverbritainmag.com/victorian-gin-palaces-london/
- Insider London - “The evolution of gin in London” - https://www.insiderlondon.com/blog/london-gin-craze-london-dry-gin-history/
- Vierthaler, Mark for Tales of the Cocktail Foundation -“Old Tom Gin: What it is and how to use it” (for Gin Crusta recipe) https://talesofthecocktail.org/products/old-tom-gin-what-it-and-how-use-it/
- Warner, Jessica for History Today - “Gin in Regency England”
- https://www.historytoday.com/archive/gin-regency-england
- Wikipedia - “1820s” - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1820s
- Wikipedia - “Gin palace” - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gin_palace
Gin in the 20's: 1720s, the Medicinal Years
Join us on a Tardis journey to the 1720's also known at the world's first Gin craze! We discuss the history of gin in the UK during the 1720s and have some fun along the way. Remember, if you are going to be negative, then make it fun!
Jameson, A Love Letter
Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone! We wanted to drop a little festive fun minisode for everyone. So here ya go: Jameson, A Love Letter. Cheers.
Stir It Up: Gin & Tonic
Chatting about classic and not-so-classic cocktails in our monthly series, Stir It Up. This time it is all about the standard that all other gin beverages are measured by, a Gin & Tonic.
A Gin Tasting
Welcome! We are going to share our gin founding stories and chat with gin enthusiast, Brian Willsey, co-founder of Hotel Tango Whiskey and Tinker House Events about all things gin and a smidge of whiskey.
Introduction
Hi there! This podcast is dedicated to the love of gin. During our subsequent podcasts, we are going to be talking about everything from the distilling process to what you need to know about pouring your own gin cocktail. In short, we are here to take you on a gin journey.