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100 Proof: The Golden Age of Cocktails (Episode 3)
Jun 20, 2024
Explore the origins of iconic cocktails like the Martini, Manhattan, and Daiquiri in America's Golden Age. Learn how the Industrial Revolution, immigration, and innovations shaped the modern cocktail scene. Discover the impact of vermouth on American drinking culture and the rise of bartenders during the California Gold Rush. Dive into the legacy of pioneering bartender Jerry Thomas and the evolution of classic cocktails like the Manhattan and Martini.
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- The Industrial Revolution and immigration led to the cocktail Golden Age in America, with the Martini symbolizing innovation and mixology.
- The Manhattan cocktail evolved through experimentation with vermouth and whiskey, showcasing the transition to mixologists and refined spirits.
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The Martini: A Cocktail Born in America's Golden Age
During America's industrialization, the cocktail era flourished, giving rise to iconic drinks like the Martini. Bartenders combined new ingredients to create unparalleled cocktails during this Golden Age, transforming the cocktail from a mere drink to a craft. The Martini, made with gin and vermouth, became a symbol of this innovation and evolution, laying the foundation for future mixology.
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