Sharing our journey to discover the unique
libations the world has to offer
We are excited to welcome a new feature to the blog. As we travel the world, we have found many countries or regions with unique local libations. Since we firmly believe in exploring the culture and traditions of where we travel, we purposely seek out these special brews, liquors, and wines. It has made for some memorable and fun experiences.
One of the greatest gifts from our journey to seek traditional libations was the wonderful local people we had the privilege to meet. We found when you show genuine interest; people love to share the history and story of what they are pouring us. More than a few times, they landed opening more bottles and giving us a sample of all the variations they offer.
As we discover new Libations of the World, we will share its story and our experiences. It is a delight for us to look back and relive these lovely finds with our readers.
Do you have unique drinks you have found during your travels you would like to share with us?
“Blessed out those who are curious for they shall have adventures”
Lovelle Dragman
Our First Featured Libation of the World
Ginga d’Obidos
Our first featured
Libation of the World
comes from
Obidos, Portugal
Our Second Featured Libation of the World
Vinsanto
Our second featured
Libation of the World
comes from
the beautiful
Island of Santorini, Greece
Our Third Featured Libation of the World
Limoncello
Our third featured
Libation of the World
comes from the
the Campania region of
Southern Italy
Our Fourth Featured Libation of the World
Iceland’s Brennivin
Our fourth featured
Libation of the World
comes from
Incredible
Iceland
Our Fifth Featured Libation of the World
Italy’s Aperol
Our fifth featured
Libation of the World
comes from
stunning
Italy
Our Sixth Featured Libation of the World
Greece’s Mastiha
Our sixth featured
Libation of the World
comes from
beautiful
Greece
Our Seventh Featured Libation of the World
France’s Grand Marnier
Our seventh featured
Libation of the World
comes from
fabulous France
Our Eighth Libation of the World
Portugal’s
Port Wine
Our eighth
featured
Libation of the World
comes from
lovely Portugal
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