7 Most Expensive Alcoholic Drinks in the World

Have you ever thought how much the most expensive bottles of alcohol cost? We all can’t be rich or even be privileged enough to have that experience. However, if you want to impress your friends or even customers with how knowledge of the world of alcohol, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with these expensive drinks. 

Here is a list of 7 of the most expensive alcohols in the world.

1. Legacy By Angostura $25,000

Legacy is one of the most expensive rums that you will ever find. It consists of seven of the brands most outstanding and rare rums. This unique blend creates a delectable and prestigious taste. Angostura’s mission was to create the world’s best sipping rum and many believe they have with Legacy by Angostura.

2. 1940 Wray And Nephew Rum $54,000

J. Wray and Nephew is one of Jamaica’s oldest and well-known makers and exporters of rum. In 1930 they changed their distillery methods due to the popularity of Mai Tais. This 1940s rum is well known for its purity and age which is why it’s so valuable. Not only that, there are only 4 unopened bottles of it left in the world. This is a remarkable rum that you would not want to put in a Mai Tai, that’s for sure. It is much better straight up and not watered down!

3. Penfolds Ampoule $170,000

Penfolds Ampoule is a prestigious 2004 Kalimna Block 42 Cabernet Sauvignon with only 12 bottles ever made. This handmade vessel is truly remarkable. When an owner decides to open a bottle, one of the senior winemakers from Penfolds Ampoule will travel to the destination, have a little ceremony and use a special tool to open the bottle. Drinking this wine is not just about the fine wine but it is about the experience as well.

4. Bombay Sapphire Revelation $200,000

Bombay Sapphire Revelation is a world famous distilled London dry gin. The design concept behind the vessel came from Designer Karim Rashid who wanted to have the bottle represent jewellers the brand Garrad and crystal Baccarat. Only 5 bottles have ever been made. Each bottle is hand cut and on top adorned with a sapphire and diamonds. This could be a bottle any women could fall in love with, if you are willing to spend the money.

5. The Macallan 64 year old in Lalique, Cire Perdue $460,000

This scotch is the oldest single malt whiskey ever produced by the Macallan. The Macallan and glass artist company Lalique joined forces to have this scotch and a one of a kind crystal decanter sealed with wax united. It toured many cities until it was finally sent to auction and raised $460,000 at auction for a charity, making this the oldest and most expensive bottle of scotch.

6. Diva Vodka $1 million

This prominent and delicate looking bottle of triple-distilled vodka is poured through precious stones and gems. It is luxurious and feminine in every way. The company does offer this vodka at a low price of $3,700 if you feel you want to live the high-life. However, it does not come with the precious stones that are available with the $1 million dollar bottle.

7. Pasion Azteca Platinum by Tequila Ley $3.5 million

The idea behind making this tequila was to offer the world the best tequila the world could have. This precious tequila was made from the sap of a blue agave plant. It was then fermented, distilled and left to age for 6 years. Each bottle was engraved by the artist Alejandro Gomez Oropeza and made to represent a barbed shell. 33 additional bottles were made in silver and gold and are priced at a much more affordable price, $150,000. Whether or not you want to own the 3.5 million dollar bottle or a bottle for $150,000 one thing is for sure, this is one pricey alcohol. I wonder how much it would cost to make it into a margarita? 

Whether or not you are intrigued by the finer things in life or you are actually serious about buying one of the most expensive bottles of alcohol in the world one day, each of these 7 are quite refined and prestigious. It doesn’t matter if you like vodka, rum, wine, gin, tequila, vodka or whiskey there are prices you can afford and then there are insane prices that only a select few will pay. I can say I have never tasted any of these prominent alcohols or tell you if they are worth the money, however, I can say I will always wonder what they truly do taste like.

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A Brief History of Getting Drunk

Humans  have basically been drinking alcohol since they officially graduated from caveman status. Small amounts of alcohol have been found in the pottery of ancient Chinese civilizations and there’s written mentions of the stuff as far back as the time of Julius Caesar.  The earliest booze may have been crudely made from whatever was available, but everyone made something.   

Since those early days, alcohol has continued to be a major part of our daily life and there’s very few cultures that don’t partake; even those places where it’s illegal often have loopholes like “hotel bars” for tourists.

Because bars have been a staple of our lives for centuries and a popular public gathering place throughout  eons, in an interesting way, the history of bars and bartending is the history of humanity. Read on for some interesting facts about alcohol, its consumption, and the people who make it all possible (kind of).

Humans Were Drunks Since the Very Beginning

In ancient civilizations, alcohol was mainly used for medicinal purposes. Ancient people believed it could heal disease and fight infection. It was also used in ceremonial service to the gods and there is evidence to suggest that humans have been producing alcohol as early as 10,000 BC, in what is now known as the Neolithic period. The ancient Greeks in particular loved their booze and had many mythologies surrounding it. They even had a specific God, Dionysus, devoted to wine and merriment. Sounds like a fun time.

At first, alcohol was just the accidental by-product of rotten fruit: fermentation. The first record of an actual distillation process which vaguely resembles what we know today wasn’t until the 1st Century AD in Greece.  

So, the very first bartender was whichever dude realized that eating rotten fruit made you feel funny.

The Modern American History of Bars

Since diving into alcohol throughout history across the entire planet is a bit much for one article, we’re going to focus from this point forward on bars in America. It’s hard to determine which bar is the oldest in the US because of lack of records and the obvious fact that the very first bar ever built probably doesn’t exist anymore. Currently, it is thought that the oldest bar in the US is The White Horse Tavern in Rhode Island, which claims to be in operation since 1673.  

The first bars in America were gathering places for people of all types and often served as official meeting locations. Supposedly you could find priests giving sermons and government officials discussing legitimate business. 

It is often cited that many historical events took place in bars. Supposedly George Washington met John Adams at the City Tavern in Philadelphia and from there the seeds of the Independence were sowed. Even Abraham Lincoln was a bartender of sorts, working the counter at a general store that sold bottles of booze!

Prohibition and the Black Market

In 1920, thanks to the growing Temperance Movement, the sale and manufacture of alcoholic spirits was nixed by the Volstead Act. It was during this time that bootlegging was born, Boardwalk Empire style. This law was pretty tough to enforce though and as the great Depression began creeping in, making bars legal again would have led to much needed to jobs and tax revenue.  

Bartenders at the time of prohibition would have been working in secret “speakeasies” and charging a super high price for booze. 1933 saw the end of prohibition and the biggest night of alcohol consumption in history (just kidding, but maybe though!).

Alcohol and Beer Today 

Today the bar industry is thriving. The demand for quality, craft beer and liquor is higher than ever before. The Brewers Association estimates that the total beer market was worth $105.9 billion in 2015, with the craft beer market making up a whopping $22.3 billion of that figure!

Us bartenders are getting a lot more respect too. There’s recently been a push to give us minimum wage across the US and there’s a growing number of resources available to us.

So, throw a few back (responsibly) and think of the truly great tradition you’re a part of. Just don’t tip like it’s the 1600s.  

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It’s Time to Stop Serving the Customer Drinks

If you are a bartender, you will come across some interesting people who are pretty difficult to deal with.  You have the customers that will repeat things over and over to the point that it becomes extremely annoying.  Then you have those who will expect you to read their mind, and then get mad at your drink recommendation.  

Some are really loud and obnoxious to the point that others don’t want to be around them.  And you can’t forget about the ones who will keep talking and talking while interrupting, insulting and harassing others. Many of these customers are just too drunk and of course they do not see it that way.  You have to be mindful of these customers who consume too much alcohol and decide when enough is enough and stop serving drinks. 

Here are some obvious signs someone is intoxicated:

• slurred speech; too-loud or too-fast speech
• slower reaction times
• stumbling or the inability to walk
• glossy appearance to their eyes
• spilling drinks
• aggressive behavior
• and obviously vomiting and/or loss of consciousness.

Bartenders are obligated to stop serving alcohol when customers are obviously intoxicated. According to the “dram shop act,” establishments and/or individual bartenders may be held liable if a drunk person harms a third party after leaving the location. (Exact laws vary by state) And of course drunks can cause plenty of harm while they’re still at the bar.

Difficult customers are really easy to recognize. Whether they interrupt, condescend, have bad language or all of these things mixed together, they are not pleasant at all.  To properly deal with them requires skill and lots of patience.  No one likes to be told they are drunk.  Before you cut them off completely as to cause a scene, offer them some water and/or slow down their drinking.  You could offer them some food and in emergency situations, get lost and don’t make yourself so available.   

If you have to cut off a customer completely, here are some steps to follow:

• Make sure the driver has a ride.   An intoxicated person not only put themselves in danger, but they endanger others.  Help them call an Uber or Lyft if they have no friends to take them home.

• Get your manager involved.  Oftentimes customers will show more respect to a manager in drunken situations.

• Don’t make a scene.  Making a scene is the worst thing you can do.  Always remember to protect your other customers.

• Be firm and stand your ground.  Sometimes you just have to say “No I can’t serve you anymore.”  This is best for the customer anyway.  

Sometimes people just have too much to drink.  It is important that you know the signs and act accordingly to make sure the situation does not get out of hand.  This will save you from many unpleasant experiences and will help gain the trust of the customers who have to deal with the intoxicated person’s antics.  At a bar, preventing drunkenness is everyone’s responsibility especially the bartender.

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Things To Know Before Becoming a Bartender

So, you want to be a bartender.  Good for you!  Bartending is a great way to make extra cash but it’s also a legitimate career path.  You’ll make more money than many of your counterparts in “professional” positions, have tons of flexibility, and a lot more fun.  But, it’s not all easy money and partying; this job is tough both physically and mentally.  Read on for some things you simply must know before becoming a bartender.

You Probably Won’t be a Bartender for A While 

Because bartending is technically “unskilled” labor (a label I take particular issue with), people often assume you can just decide to do it, then get a job the next day.  Well, sorry folks, but that’s far from the case.  Most places won’t even consider hiring a bartender with no experience.  And no, your bartending school certificate doesn’t count.  You’ll probably be paying your dues as a busser, server, or host for a while until you make the leap to being behind the bar.

Bartending is NOT EASY

Bartending requires a laundry list of skills, regardless of what the rest of the world thinks; and remembering drinks is only a small part of that list.  Being a bartender means you’re equal parts event planner, babysitter, and therapist.  You need to be able to build solid relationships, keep track of sometimes thousands of dollars, and mix drinks all at the same time.  And those are only the big ones!  In addition, you’ll be running food (sometimes even cooking the food), opening the bar, closing the bar, changing all the kegs, clearing tables, washing glasses, closing checks, making service drinks, and one million other things.  Bartending is also an incredibly difficult job physically.  You’re standing on your feet all day and all night and sometimes you’ll be working for upwards of 15 hours in a row, not finishing until 5AM. Don’t get me wrong, the rewards of bartending are great, but the cost is real.

Chatting with People all Day Isn’t Always Fun

You think you can talk to anyone?  Try carrying on five separate conversations all while serving drinks, counting money, and keeping track of a million other little things.  Oh, and those people you have to chat up?  They’re the same people you saw yesterday, and the day before that, and the day before that.  While regulars can make your job worthwhile and genuinely brighten your day, they can also be the absolute worst part of your existence.  You can never have an “off” day.  Your entire livelihood, and those of your coworkers, depends on you being friendly, funny, and outgoing; every shift, for your entire shift.

Learn How to Save

The best part about bartending is the cash right?  Absolutely!  But, it does come with a caveat.  When your income comes in tens and fives, it can often be hard to keep track of it.  Make a habit of recording your tips from the very beginning and make a plan to save regularly.  You will probably make more money bartending (possibly a lot more), than you would at an entry or mid-level professional position. Take advantage of this and save. Please. Do it for me.

It Is Ok to Be a Bartender; And You Don’t Have to Justify It 

If it weren’t for the service industry, I wouldn’t have the wonderful friends I do or lead the life I live.  I make great money, it’s easy for me to take time off, and I always have a fail-safe option in my back pocket.  However, despite these advantages, I’m constantly justifying my life to others.  No, I don’t necessarily want to be a bartender forever, but for now it’s pretty damn good.  In short, if bartending is the life you love, live it.  If you’re happy, you don’t have to explain yourself to anyone.

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