Jan
10
2009
0

Absinthe, does drinking it really drive one to madness?

Sugar in Absinthe - courtesy parislemon - CC-BY

In 1912, the U.S.Department of Agriculture banned absinthe in the United States. The reason given is that it was thought to have caused insanity and hallucinations, drove drinkers to commit criminal acts and more.  In other words, it was pretty much like any other alcoholic drink. Absinthe is an anise-flavored liquor that is made by steeping [more...]

Jan
04
2009
4

What is an easy recipe for Cola de Mono?

Long tail Macaque monkey (photo by robstephaustralia - CC-BY)

The holiday beverage that Chileans enjoy during the Christmas holiday season is called Cola de Mono. Cola de Mono literally means Monkey Tail. People in Chile say it’s called Monkey tail because after you drink it you’ll be swinging from the trees like a monkey.  Other origins of the name can be found here. The main [more...]

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