Famous Writers & Their Drinks: Literary Legends, Cocktails, and Iconic Bars

What do Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Dorothy Parker have in common? A love for both words and well-crafted drinks. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating (and sometimes infamous) drinking habits of some of history’s greatest writers.

 

From Hemingway’s absinthe-laced cocktails in Havana to Fitzgerald’s jazz-age champagne toasts, we uncover how alcohol shaped their creativity, their social circles, and their legendary works.

 

In this episode:

• The signature drinks of famous authors and the stories behind them
• The bars, cafés, and hotels where they found inspiration (many of which you can still visit today)
• A few quotes and toasts from literary legends that stand the test of time

 

Bars mentioned in this episode:

Harry's Bar (Venice, Italy):

Website: https://www.cipriani.com/harrys-bar

 

The Hemingway Bar at The Ritz (Paris, France):

Website: https://www.ritzparis.com/hotel/paris/bars-restaurants/bar-hemingway

 

Davy Byrne's Pub (Dublin, Ireland):

Website: https://davybyrnes.com/

 

El Floridita (Havana, Cuba):

Website: https://www.barfloridita.com/

 

The Algonquin Hotel (New York City, USA):

Website: https://www.algonquinhotel.com/

 

Shakespeare and Company (Paris, France):

Website: https://shakespeareandcompany.com/

 

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Email: cheers@thewineguy.vin!

 

Cheers, and remember to keep wondering and wandering!