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Speakeasy Spirits: Rediscover the Allure of Prohibition Cocktails

Step back in time to the roaring 1920s, an era of jazz, flappers, and clandestine speakeasies, with our exclusive collection of Prohibition cocktails. These drinks aren’t just cocktails; they are a revival of a thrilling chapter in history, served up in a glass. During Prohibition, when the United States banned... read more
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Bee's Knees

The Bee's Knees is a fun and very easy cocktail from the Prohibition era. Some stories claim that the drink...

3 ingredients
4.9 / 5

French 75

The French 75 is a classic cocktail believed to have originated in Paris during World War I. Its name is...

4 ingredients
4.65 / 5

Sidecar

The Sidecar is a classic cocktail steeped in history, believed to have been invented around the end of World War...

Classic
3 ingredients
4.97 / 5

Mary Pickford

The Mary Pickford cocktail is a classic concoction named after the famed silent film actress of the early 20th century....

Classic
4 ingredients
4.43 / 5

Old Fashioned

The Old Fashioned is a classic cocktail with a rich history and a bold, complex flavor profile. Originating in the...

Classic
3 ingredients
4.54 / 5

Last Word

The Last Word is a prohibition-era cocktail that has experienced a revival in modern mixology. A balanced mix of tart...

4 ingredients
4.9 / 5

Gin Rickey

Gin Rickey is a classic cocktail that originated in the United States in the late 19th century. It is a...

3 ingredients
4.35 / 5

Mojito

The Mojito is a classic Cuban cocktail that has gained worldwide popularity for its refreshing qualities. It features a tantalizing...

Classic
5 ingredients
4.93 / 5

White Lady

The White Lady cocktail dates back to the 1920s and has remained a beloved classic ever since. It is believed...

Classic
3 ingredients
4.78 / 5

Hanky Panky

This classic cocktail recipe is credited to Ada Coleman, head bartender at the American Bar in The Savoy in 1925.

3 ingredients
4.5 / 5

Mint Julep

The Mint Julep is a classic Southern cocktail that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is believed to have originated...

Classic
3 ingredients
4.97 / 5

Sazerac

The Sazerac is a classic cocktail with a deep rooted history tied to New Orleans, often claimed to be America's...

Classic
4 ingredients
4.78 / 5

Ward 8

The Ward 8 is a cocktail said to have originated in 1898 in Boston, Massachusetts at the bar of the...

Classic
4 ingredients
4.9 / 5

Tom Collins

The Tom Collins is a classic cocktail with a refreshing, effervescent quality that has stood the test of time. Traditionally...

Classic
4 ingredients
4.56 / 5

Monkey Gland

The Monkey Gland is a classic cocktail that harks back to the Roaring Twenties. It's a vibrant mix, notably combining...

4 ingredients
4.9 / 5

Chicago Fizz

The Chicago Fizz is a refreshing and citrusy cocktail that originated in the city of Chicago during the early 1900s....

5 ingredients
4.42 / 5

Southside

The Southside cocktail is a refreshingly aromatic drink that is often likened to a minty cousin of the Mojito sans...

4 ingredients
4.8 / 5

Corpse Reviver

The Corpse Reviver is a classic cocktail with a name that suggests its historic use as a hair-of-the-dog remedy, intended...

3 ingredients
4.49 / 5

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Step back in time to the roaring 1920s, an era of jazz, flappers, and clandestine speakeasies, with our exclusive collection of Prohibition cocktails. These drinks aren’t just cocktails; they are a revival of a thrilling chapter in history, served up in a glass. During Prohibition, when the United States banned alcoholic beverages, an underground world of illicit bars emerged, giving rise to some of the most iconic cocktails we know today. Our collection is a tribute to that era's spirit of defiance and innovation.

Imagine sipping a classic Sidecar, a cocktail born in the speakeasy culture, known for its perfect balance of brandy, lemon juice, and triple sec. Or, take a daring sip of the Mary Pickford, a sweet blend of rum and pineapple juice, named after the silent film starlet of the era. These drinks are more than just a blend of ingredients; they are stories from a bygone era, served up with a twist of rebellion and a dash of mystery.

Delve into the world of moonshine and bathtub gin with our Prohibition cocktails. Each drink is carefully crafted to evoke the ambiance of a 1920s speakeasy, where secrecy added to the allure of every sip. From the Bee's Knees, a gin cocktail sweetened with honey to mask the harshness of homemade spirits, to the timeless French 75, a bubbly and bright concoction, these drinks encapsulate the resourcefulness and resilience of an era.

Our Prohibition cocktail list is not just a menu; it's a portal to the past. As you explore these historic concoctions, you’re not just enjoying a drink—you're toasting to history, to the legends who crafted them, and to the enduring legacy of an era that forever changed the world of cocktails. So, raise a glass, whisper the password, and let's celebrate the enduring spirit of the Roaring Twenties.

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