Liquor Collection (#22)

PROHIBITION, 1922. A police officer standing beside a wrecked car and cases of moonshine, 16 November 1922

LILLIAN LAWRENCE (1868-1926). American actress, posing as Temperance. Photograph, c1899

WHOOP-UP TRAIL, 1870s. A bull train on the 210 mile smuggling route between Fort Benton, Montana, and Fort Hamilton (Fort Whoop-Up), Alberta, Canada. Retouched photograph, 1870s

PROHIBITION, 1919. Uncle Sam Will Enforce Prohibition. Buy Now! Advertisement for a wine and liquor importer in the New York Times, 4 May 1919

CRUIKSHANK: TEMPERANCE. Unable to Obtain Employment, They Are Driven by Poverty into the Streets to Beg, and by This Means They Still Supply the Bottle

Europe, Ireland, Dublin. Flags and banners on Cogartys pub in Temple Bar District
Ireland, Dublin. Flags and banners on Cogartys pub in Temple Bar District. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont(RF)

Germany, Cologne (aka Koln). Beer Museum, exterior

Germany, Bamberg. Typical biergarten sign

Germany, Franconia, Wertheim. Famous Franconian wine, reflection of medieval tower in bottle

Europe, Germany, Munich. Oktoberfest, horse drawn beer wagon makes its way through crowd
Germany, Munich. Oktoberfest, horse drawn beer wagon makes its way through crowd (Editorial Usage Only)

Chapoutier winery, the storage room for spirits and marc. Chapoutier is one of the few who still have the right to distill alcohol. Tain laiHermitage, Drome, France

Uroulat Jurancon Charles Hours, France sweet white wine

A wine shop window in Tain l Hermitage called Syrah, Grenache et Compagine, selling wines from many different growers in the district Tain l Hermitage, Drome, Drome, France, Europe

In the Chapoutier winery. Stainless steel fermentation tanks, one with Crozes Hermitage 2003 red Meysonniers Bio, Domaine M Chapoutier, Tain l Hermitage, Drome, France

In the Chapoutier winery. The special storage room for spirits, marc, fine, with old wooden barrels
In the Chapoutier winery. Chapoutier is one of the few who still have the right to distill alcohol. Domaine M Chapoutier, Tain l Hermitage, Drome, France

The barrel aging cellars with rows of oak barrels. All are painted red in the middle with red wine to make them look more esthetic. Domaine Pierre Gaillard, Malleval, Ardeche

Wooden barrels with aging wine in the cellar of Guigal in Ampuis. Domaine E Guigal, Ampuis, Cote Rotie, Rhone, France, Europe

Stainless steel fermentation tanks with on top equipement for doing pigeage"
Stainless steel fermentation tanks with on top equipement for pigeage. Pigeage means pushing down the cap of grape skins that floats to the surface down to get better extraction

EU, France, Provence, Lourmarin. Grocery store

Europe, France, Marseilles, popular aperitif

Europe, France, Cassis, seafood cafe tablespread
Europe, France, Cassis, seafood cafe table spread

Europe, France, Cassis, favorite aperitifs

France, Sept Forges, prices of the cider and calvados in the cellar of Patrick Boisgontier

A view from the winery over the vineyard, hills, a house and in the foreground a glass of local spiced brandy alcohol. Cobo winery, Poshnje, Berat. Albania, Balkan, Europe

San Juan, Puerto Rico - Two alcoholic beverages are sitting on a table next to a lantern and a square plate. The beverages are set on cocktail napkins

Cuba. Cuban rum

Distillery owned by Austrian baron Max von Springer in Maisons-Alfort, France. 19th century French line engraving
FRENCH DISTILLERY. Distillery owned by Austrian baron Max von Springer in Maisons-Alfort, France. 19th century French line engraving

Douglas Fairbanks, Sr. in a silent film still
SILENT FILM STILL: DRINKING. Douglas Fairbanks, Sr. in a silent film still

General view of an Alum works in the Whitby area. From George Walker The Costume of Yorkshire Leeds 1814, Aquatint. Steeping calcined (burnt)

Liquor Seller, 18th Century, Liszt Gourmet Archive, Alcohol, Alcoholic, Brandy, Rum, Jamaica Spirits, Spirits Of Wine, Gin

The Nightcap By Ferdinand Gotz, 1874-1936, German, Alcoholic Beverage Before Going To Bed. Glass, Bottle, Man, Servant, Butler, Relaxtation, Liquid, Alcohol, Food And Drink, Liszt Gourmet Archive

Glass of Piscopolitan, a cocktail with Pisco liquor

North Sea customs search, 1880s C017 / 6834
North Sea customs search. 19th-century artwork of a customs officer searching a fisherman who has landed on a northern European coastline from the North Sea

Tavern drinking scene, 1880s C017 / 6833
Tavern drinking scene. 19th-century artwork of men drinking liquor in a tavern, with one man being pulled away by his wife. This engraving dates from 1888

Addictions, conceptual image F008 / 2091
Addictions, conceptual image

North Sea liquor smuggling, 1880s C017 / 6831
North Sea liquor smuggling. 19th-century artwork of men in fishing boats trading liquor while out on the open reaches of the North Sea

Traditional Brown Ale (LM) C014 / 1688
Traditional brown ale. Light micrograph of traditional brown ale shown under differential interference contrast. Ripples can be seen which are caused by the liquor drying out

Greta Garbo and Marie Dressler (at right) in a scene from Anna Christie
ANNA CHRISTIE, 1930. Greta Garbo and Marie Dressler (at right) in a scene from Anna Christie

American comedian. In the title-role of The Bank Dick, 1940
W.C. FIELDS (1879-1946). American comedian. In the title-role of The Bank Dick, 1940

Italian advertisements, 1941. Advertisement of

Swedish traditional aquavit schnapps glass filled to the brim with spiced vodka, brannvin. A glass flask plunta with decorative engravings. Sweden

Swedish traditional aquavit schnapps glass in pointed form filled to the brim with spiced vodka, brannvin. A blue and cloudy summer sky in the background. Sweden, Europe

Texas, Houston. Cocktails

Caribbean, Virgin Islands. Cruzan Estate Dark Rum made in the Virgin Islands

Barrels for storing the wine in wood. Bodega Castillo Viejo Winery, Las Piedras, Canelones, Uruguay, South America

Distillation machine still with steel and copper boiler and column to make grape juice spirit. Kantina Miqesia or Medaur winery, Koplik. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Rakija grappa type spirit flavored with herbs, Travarica, Toreta Vinarija Winery in Smokvica village on Korcula island. Peljesac peninsula. Dalmatian Coast, Croatia

Europe, Spain, Catalunya, Penedes area, Sant Sadurni d Anoia. The Cava Capital, famous wine region. Freixenet winery, home to some of the largest underground cellars in Europe

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"Liquor: A Global Journey Through Spirits and Traditions" Embark on a spirited adventure through the diverse world of liquor, from the bustling streets of London's Southwark to the sunny shores of Barbados. In England's vibrant capital, indulge in a hearty meal at Manze Pie and Mash Shop, savoring a plate of traditional pie and mash accompanied by the iconic "liquor" sauce. Venturing across continents, discover Cockspur Rum hailing from the Caribbean paradise of Barbados. Immerse yourself in its rich history as you sip this smooth elixir that embodies the essence of tropical bliss. Travel eastward to Latvia's enchanting city, Riga, where an enticing aroma lures you into a local Balzams liquor shop. Here lies the famous Riga Black Balzams - an exotic liqueur with centuries-old recipes steeped in Baltic tradition. In Asia's vibrant Vietnam, Saigon beckons with its intriguing offerings. Explore a store brimming with curiosities and stumble upon snake wine – an ancient elixir believed to possess medicinal properties. Experience Vietnamese culture like never before as you witness this unique libation firsthand. Crossing oceans once more brings us to Boston, Massachusetts in the United States. Marvel at a replica Samuel Adams beer barrel that pays homage to America's brewing heritage while reminding us of our forefathers' passion for craftmanship and quality libations. Transport yourself further south to Havana Vieja in Cuba where rows of glasses glisten atop bars adorned with fresh ingredients awaiting transformation into refreshing mojito cocktails by skilled bartenders who are masters at their craft. Journey back in time to Washington D. C. , 1922 during Prohibition when revenue agents confiscated bootleg liquor amidst fervent efforts to curb alcohol consumption. Witness this pivotal moment that shaped American history while reflecting on society's complex relationship with spirits.