Barroom Knowledge – Where Drinks Meet Debates
Pull up a chair, grab a drink, and dive into the best barroom conversations. From the history of beer and whiskey to sports debates, food pairings, and even jiu-jitsu, we bring you the knowledge that makes you the most interesting person at the bar. Short reads, deep dives, and bite-sized talking points—because every great drink deserves a great story.
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Why Do We Say “Cheers” and Clink Our Glasses?
Deep Dive(1000ish words) You raise your drink, make eye contact, smile like a dork, say “cheers,” and tap glasses. It’s a routine as old as beer itself—and we’ve…
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The Green Fairy: Absinthe, Outlaws, and Outcry
Deep Dive(1000ish words) There are few drinks that have caused as much drama as absinthe. You’ve got art, hallucinations, government bans, wild parties, and a liquor that was…
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Revolution on Tap: Inside the Colonial American Tavern
Deep Dive(1000ish words) Before Wi-Fi, neon signs, or $15 craft cocktails garnished with herbs you can’t pronounce, there was the colonial American tavern—a rickety, smoky, often rowdy gathering…
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🍻The Origin of Happy Hour 🍻
Deep Dive(1000ish words) Ah, Happy Hour – the time of day when the world collectively sighs in relief and reaches for a cold drink. Whether you’re unwinding after…
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BBQ Breakdown: A Saucy Tour Through America’s Tastiest Rivalries
Deep Dive(1000ish words) Let’s get one thing straight before we start: if you think BBQ is just “grilled meat,” please kindly step away from the tongs and rethink…
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Madness in March: The Boozy, Bizarre, and Brilliant History of March Madness
Deep Dive (Whole Version, 1000ish words) Picture this: It’s a Thursday afternoon in March. The boss mysteriously schedules a 2-hour meeting (a.k.a. hits the bar early), half the office…
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