Unlike pizza, which is good even when it's not, there is such thing as bad alcohol. And over the years, there has been plenty of it. Whether it's an effort to stand out on crowded liquor store shelves, or a misguided attempt at targeting an under-served segment of the drinking public, there are some taste sensations man was not meant to be subjected to.
These unholy concoctions span the ages, though mostly crop up in the latter half of the 20th century and beyond as brewers and distillers began to experiment with new technologies and techniques. Sadly, most of the most egregious offenses took place here in the good old U.S. of A. That shouldn't surprise anyone, given that the American spirit of adventure does tend to encourage minds eager to sally boldly forth and try something no sane man or woman would dare allow ferment in even their worst nightmares. Below are some of those nightmares in all their high-proof glory.
"Now, more than ever, the illusions of division threaten our very existence. We all know the truth: more connects us than separates us. But in times of crisis the wise build bridges, while the foolish build barriers. We must find a way to look after one another as if we were one single tribe.” -King T'Challa, Black Panther
The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it. ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is. ~Winston Churchill
Mmmm, martinis...CG maybe you just haven't had one made well! They're delicious! Especially dirty!
"Now, more than ever, the illusions of division threaten our very existence. We all know the truth: more connects us than separates us. But in times of crisis the wise build bridges, while the foolish build barriers. We must find a way to look after one another as if we were one single tribe.” -King T'Challa, Black Panther
The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it. ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is. ~Winston Churchill
Gin became popular in England after the government allowed unlicensed gin production and at the same time imposed a heavy duty on all imported spirits. This created a market for poor-quality grain that was unfit for brewing beer...
"Now, more than ever, the illusions of division threaten our very existence. We all know the truth: more connects us than separates us. But in times of crisis the wise build bridges, while the foolish build barriers. We must find a way to look after one another as if we were one single tribe.” -King T'Challa, Black Panther
The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it. ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is. ~Winston Churchill
A very good friend of mine use to love martinis. I tried it once and gagged. Plus khalua and milk help cut the sugar sweetness. I have blood sugar issues and the milk tones it all down. I can't handle wine. Too much sugar.
Science Chic wrote: Martinis should only be made with vodka!
I've been moving from Sapphire (gin) to Ketel One (vodka) for martinis. But there is nothing like a well made Gin (Tanquary) and tonic on a hot summer's day.
