The History of Booze: Tracing the evolution of popular cocktails through the ages
The origins of the cocktail can be traced back to the 18th century, when a mixture of spirits, sugar, and water was commonly referred to as a “cocktail.” The Prohibition era of the 1920s and 30s dealt a blow to the cocktail culture, as the sale and consumption of alcohol was made illegal. However, this did not stop people from enjoying their favorite drinks…