TellTale Industries and TWS Creative have released the first episode of brand-new podcast, Intoxicating History, in partnership with Acast and sponsored by Taylor’s Port.
Tom Parker Bowles (critic, writer, son of the Queen) & Henry Jeffreys (award-winning author) will explore the sometimes amusing, often dramatic but always intoxicating stories behind the drinks that we know and love today.
Hear about the rise and fall of empires, the birth of the industrial revolution, and history’s great men and women who were all shaped by an unlikely force: alcoholic drinks.
From ancient wines to Prohibition, royal tipples to revolutionary cocktails, Tom and Henry blend wit, expertise, and fascinating storytelling to bring the past to life, one sip at a time. As Henry reveals Charles Dickens’s beloved punch recipes and Tom divulges the contents of the royal family’s legendary drinks trolley, listeners will discover how alcohol has shaped civilizations, sparked wars, and sealed peace treaties.
Whether you’re a history buff, a drinks enthusiast, or simply curious, Intoxicating History promises an entertaining and enlightening journey through the ages, raising a glass to the spirited intersection of history and alcohol.
Each podcast episode uncorks fascinating tales of what filled our glasses and how it’s shaped the world we know today…
For more like this, sign up for the FREE Vineyard newsletter here and receive all the latest viticulture news, reviews and insight
