Food & Beverages, Strange Alcohol Trivia


by JOEY PEBBLE - Date: 2009-05-04 - Word Count: 410 Share This!

The imbibing of alcoholic beverages is an integral part of many human societies. In fact some researchers believe that the first beverages that were produced by humans were alcoholic in nature, and these spirits may be the very catalyst for the development of civilization as we know it. The following are a series of unusual facts about concerning various spirits. These are obscure pieces of trivia that may come in handy the next time you are sitting at a bar, looking for something to talk about.

Temperance

The building which once housed the New York Temperance society is now a place where alcoholic beverages are served to thirsty patrons.

The founder of MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) resigned from the organization due to the fact that the organization began to move towards anti alcohol policies, rather than simply policies of anti- drunk driving.

While prohibition in the United States lasted from 1920 - 1933, Montana was the first state to repeal the enforcement of these laws, which they did in 1926.

History

Frederick the Great of Russia attempted to ban the consumption of caffeinated beverages in his country, encouraging his citizens to instead engage in the consumption of alcohol.

Christopher Columbus was the first European to bring a stockpile of Sherry to the new world, which he did on his maiden voyage in 1492.

Ferdinand Magellan, during preparations for his voyage around the world in 1519, spent more money on Sherry than on weapons.

When President Lincoln was informed that Ulysses S Grant partook of whiskey while leading his troops into battle, he was reported as having said "find out which brand so that I can give it to my other generals.

Bars

The United States first recruiting station was located in a tavern serving alcoholic beverages.

The world's longest bar is located at the New Bulldog in Rock Island, Illinois. It measures 684 feet in length.

Some famous celebrities who were former bartenders include Chevy Chase, Tom Arnold, Bill Cosby, Sandra Bullock, Bruce Willis and Kris Kristofferson. It is not surprising that all of them are either comedians or musicians.

This article full of strange and unusual trivia was written by Joey Pebble, a freelance author and style philosopher, and was produced on behalf of http://Coasters.PebbleZ.com where you can find a fine line of upscale, durable, and resilient natural stone drink coasters. These attractive pieces are made from unique materials including slate, marble, limestone, and highly absorbent natural sandstone.


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