Pour & Explore: A Wine, Food & Travel Podcast

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


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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
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    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/
     
    Connect with Nick:
    Website: www.thewineguy.vin
    Social Media: Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook
     
    Cheers, and remember to keep wondering and wandering!
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    Pour & Explore: A Wine, Food & Travel PodcastBy Nick Elliott