The History of Gin | From mother's ruin to sophisticated cocktail

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  • Опубликовано: 4 дек 2024

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  • @michaelwhite8031
    @michaelwhite8031 2 года назад +182

    I remember flying back from the US years ago and l overheard the stewardess say to her colleague, 'You can tell this flight is full of English people, as we have run out of gin already.

    • @shaunmorrissey7313
      @shaunmorrissey7313 2 года назад +5

      What utter bull crap, gin has only become trendy over the last few years.

    • @michaelwhite8031
      @michaelwhite8031 2 года назад +84

      It was back in 1989 and l can assure you it was true......try to keep a civil Tonge in your head matey !

    • @jo-annacrowner3791
      @jo-annacrowner3791 2 года назад +18

      Trends come and go and they come about again.

    • @bostonrailfan2427
      @bostonrailfan2427 2 года назад +22

      sounds right, probably said Soviets if they ran out of vodka or Irish or Scottish if they ran out of whiskey 😳

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +22

      🤣

  • @simonhumphreys8707
    @simonhumphreys8707 2 года назад +66

    Hi Kevin, The Officers in the British navy had to drink Navy Strength gin (57% or above). This was because if the gin spilt onto the gunpowder it would still ignite. (under 57% it didn't work).The officers had the keys for the stores for gunpowder and alcohol. Ratings still drank rum. Only in the 1970's were the rations converted to a financial allowance.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +14

      Thanks for that gem Simon, brilliant 👍🏻

    • @TheChipmunk2008
      @TheChipmunk2008 Год назад +10

      Interesting fact, the gunpowder proof thing is real... I've tried it (still legal to make gunpowder in the UK just not make an explosive device)... 57% is about the gunpowder proof, below that, the gunpowder will not burn, above it, it will.

    • @mottthehoople693
      @mottthehoople693 Год назад

      @@willemsma you dont believe

    • @lordeden2732
      @lordeden2732 9 месяцев назад

      Not legal to make it​@@TheChipmunk2008

    • @StuartAnderson-xl4bo
      @StuartAnderson-xl4bo 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@TheChipmunk2008bollix nothing to do with percentage its proof that counts

  • @atheistsince1210
    @atheistsince1210 9 месяцев назад +5

    Artist and social satirical genius extraordinaire William Hogarth forever immortalized the societal dangers and addictions of his Beer Street vs Gin Alley masterpieces we studied it for my undergraduate art classes and Hogarth remains on my bucket list for a vintage compilation of his works including the hysterically funny Rake’s Progress. 😂😂😂😂😂

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  9 месяцев назад +1

      I'd love to visit the museum dedicated to him when I'm next in London 👍🏻

  • @johncordes7885
    @johncordes7885 4 месяца назад +4

    Jennifer Juniper. Thank you Donovan and Kevin. Cheers!

  • @mitchel8522
    @mitchel8522 2 года назад +88

    Thats quite the history of Gin Kevin, I do know that the Dutch in the 1600's had 'Jenever' and the English later used it to ease the nerves before a battle. Thats why the English called it 'Dutch Courage'. The English later adopted Jenever and turned it into the well known Gin.
    Kind regards from the Netherlands!

    • @keithskelhorne3993
      @keithskelhorne3993 2 года назад +9

      well, thats my lesson for today, I always thought it was "Geneva" as in Swiss,
      thank you for new real knowledge,
      Typical Brit that I am :)

    • @ilari90
      @ilari90 2 года назад +7

      My friend brought few bottles from Den Haag, one was "young jenever" and one "old jenever". Young was like the british gins and old was like Jägermeister type of drink. They were sold in only one shop, iirc, and both were really good.

    • @rutisharoni9249
      @rutisharoni9249 2 года назад +4

      👍🇳🇱🇳🇱

    • @TomvdVeen
      @TomvdVeen 2 года назад +7

      thats how i know the story ! groeten! Now i like both spirits|! in the old days they dipped the passies for the babies in the Jenever, dont think its a English thing ;)

    • @keithskelhorne3993
      @keithskelhorne3993 2 года назад +4

      @@TomvdVeen it was in Liverpool in the 1950s!!! just to ease the teething of course :D
      although it did depend of the spirit of the household, could have been either rum, brandy or whiskey as well as gin lol

  • @shallowgod5539
    @shallowgod5539 2 года назад +46

    Love how you're really expanding your history topics for the videos. Really makes the channel worth following

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +12

      Glad you like them! I like to keep it fresh and step out of my comfort zone now and again.

  • @lanzknecht8599
    @lanzknecht8599 2 года назад +36

    What an unexpected contribution to "thehistorysquad"! Instead hearing of smashed skulls we enjoy a Strawberry Gin Smash. Like always very informative and exciting to listen. Cheers Kevin!

  • @meedy2023
    @meedy2023 2 года назад +41

    This video reminded me of my great grandmother. She is the only one I know in the family who managed to live 98 years and die of pure old age. Her secret? She said that every morning she had a finger of our own equivalent of gin - Romanian moonshine made from plums. I guess that every culture has it's equivalent of a ''fortifier'' :D we do seem to love a drink no matter where we are from

    • @paulmanson253
      @paulmanson253 2 года назад +13

      Ah yes. Depending on the language, slivovitza. Plum brandy. Marvellous stuff. One of my neighbours distilled his own,it was fabulous. Kept his still,handmade from sheet copper and kept squeaky clean in a small workshop next to his garage. Sure miss him,he was competent at just about everything he touched.

    • @keithskelhorne3993
      @keithskelhorne3993 2 года назад +5

      Slivovitz!! oh yes please!

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +12

      What a wonderful comment Calin, thank you. I've actually drunk something like that myself whilst serving in Germany. A plum schnapps 👍🏻

    • @als3022
      @als3022 2 года назад +2

      That does sound rather nice. Although gotta be careful myself, learned that from some apple cinnamon moonshine.

    • @Cormano980
      @Cormano980 2 года назад +1

      Țuica power

  • @MrTwunders
    @MrTwunders 2 года назад +24

    Another great video from The History Squad. Thank you so much for all of the hard work you put into your research. It is vital to have people like you on RUclips. Cheers!

  • @davidstrother496
    @davidstrother496 2 года назад +16

    Thanks for the informative, energetic, and entertaining video. I never think much of distilled spirits, but the history story you give about gin is a reason I love your history stories so much. Cheers from Texas.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +2

      Thanks for listening again David & your support as always 👍🏻

  • @als3022
    @als3022 2 года назад +15

    I knew about the story of beer, and because of where I have lived I definetly knew the culture of the moonshiners and American whiskey. But gin had always been something I read about in some of the classics. Nice to learn the story of another drink. And that there were those who considered it a social ill too.
    And to see it come full circle.

  • @kenbiemac337
    @kenbiemac337 2 года назад +20

    Great video! The juniper is good for repelling mosquitos, so Gin is a must during the summer months for safety reasons.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +4

      Haha, brilliant! I'll be sure to have a bottle on standby for just that purpose next summer 👍🏻

    • @kenbiemac337
      @kenbiemac337 2 года назад +2

      @@thehistorysquad I'm sure its a myth, but a believable one.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +5

      @@kenbiemac337 Well it's one I'm prepared to put to the test 😜 purely for research of course.

    • @lindsaydrewe8219
      @lindsaydrewe8219 2 года назад +2

      Is that why it was so popular in the British colonies in the East? Or a bloody good excuse😁

    • @graememorrison333
      @graememorrison333 2 года назад +3

      I thought it was the quinine* in the tonic you mix gin with, but I'm happy to go with your theory!
      *Or maybe that staves off malaria. Anyway, something something to do with mosquitoes...

  • @SarahGreen523
    @SarahGreen523 2 года назад +9

    Well! Now I know all about Gin! I had no idea of all the tie ins like 'Dutch Courage' and had never even heard of whiskey barrel gin! I must try it! Also, I absolutely love all of Kevin's facial expressions while he tells us his story! Thanks!

  • @jimhattery4348
    @jimhattery4348 2 года назад +7

    I watch many history presenters. Kevin, you're the best!

  • @rusa5052
    @rusa5052 2 года назад +4

    Thank you for the history lesson on Gin. cheers! 😊

  • @arthurdoucette1786
    @arthurdoucette1786 2 года назад +3

    Greetings once again from nova Scotia, thanks Kevin, I enjoyed that. I learned some fascinating history, and had fun to boot. My best to you both, cheers. Arthur

  • @samanthawoodward7551
    @samanthawoodward7551 2 года назад +3

    Love Kevin Hicks's voice, so calming but informative. First video I watched of him was with a longbow at Warick castle. He should be on TV.

  • @taylorsnyderutube
    @taylorsnyderutube 2 года назад +6

    You have a hidden gem of a channel here. Awesome story telling, very charming and informative.Keep it up and wish you the best, you will see more success very soon. :)

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +2

      Wow, thanks Taylor, I appreciate that 👍🏻

  • @lcpltpow5870
    @lcpltpow5870 2 года назад

    First time I've ever enjoyed a lecture about gin from an MP, very interesting

  • @davidbmason
    @davidbmason 2 года назад

    Kevin, this is so interesting. I love early science and medicine. Thanks.

  • @stevemolina8801
    @stevemolina8801 2 года назад +1

    My Gramps from my moms side was from Dundurn, never got to meet him as he passed in his late 20's. Another great presentation. Thank you!

  • @polartechie
    @polartechie Год назад

    @4:00 thanks for sharing the cool art as always. How enchanting ^^

  • @enjoythedecline3616
    @enjoythedecline3616 10 месяцев назад

    Really loved the last few episodes. It was awesome seeing you at our National Parks! Thank you for all you do!

  • @xFlow150
    @xFlow150 2 года назад +3

    I never knew the history of gin ran this deep. Thanks for the story! I will think it over again the next time when I'll have a glass.

  • @Sam_Hannam
    @Sam_Hannam 2 года назад +3

    Never knew I needed to know about the history of Gin until you started telling the story. Completely captivated!

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +2

      Haha, cheers Sam, every day is a learning day 👍🏻

  • @mikeford1273
    @mikeford1273 2 года назад

    There's always been animosity between England and France!.. I love you channel ..!

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад

      Oh yes, it goes way back. Cheers Mike 👍🏻

  • @KC-gy5xw
    @KC-gy5xw Год назад

    Awesome history. My friend (a plumber) bought an old bakers in a mews shop just off the North Circular Road in London, found a still hidden behind a wall. Now he's a Plumber who makes Gin. The name? Old Bakery Gin of course!! They've done really well with it.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  Год назад

      Oh wow! I love that entrepreneurial spirit 😜
      Might be worth a film to help him out when we're next in the uk 👍🏻

  • @davidc6510
    @davidc6510 2 года назад +1

    Cheers mate! A great historical video. Thanks for sharing

  • @randalmayeux8880
    @randalmayeux8880 Год назад

    Cheers Kevin! I live in Texas, and it's even hotter than usual this summer, but a Bombay Sapphire and tonic really helps make it bearable. Have a great day!

  • @shadixyt
    @shadixyt 2 года назад +1

    Always knew Gin was a big British Empire drink but never knew why, thanks Kevin.

  • @marcosaraiva9205
    @marcosaraiva9205 2 года назад

    You hit the Gin Kevin! Cheers!

  • @teresat.6386
    @teresat.6386 2 года назад +2

    Interesting history. Thanks, Kevin. 🙂❤

  • @AnthonyDibiaseIdeas
    @AnthonyDibiaseIdeas 8 месяцев назад

    Once again! Brilliant story-telling.

  • @480pilot
    @480pilot 11 месяцев назад

    I have had many jobs in my life, presently bartender is prescient. This is wonderful!

  • @michaelpage4199
    @michaelpage4199 2 года назад +1

    As always your videos are always so amazing. Cheers

  • @nozrep
    @nozrep 6 месяцев назад +1

    Texan I am, and west Texas has millions of acres of cedar trees (Texas juniper). I was recently googling curiously, found out I can eat the little cedar berries or juniper berries, but they are pretty bitter tasting. And the Indian tribes used the cedar trees for all sorts things. They made tea out of the berries and leaves, had other medicinal things too. They even smoked the cedar leaves! 😅 I forgot what the smoking does but the article I read didn’t really say anything about hallucinogen or getting high. Fast forward now I’ve been looking for a Texas company that makes “Texas” gin using only our native “Texas cedar” juniper berries because I am a typical blustery, braggadocious Texan and I would go find all the Brits I could and brag about Texas Gin if I could find some. hahaha but I don’t think anyone makes it yet

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  6 месяцев назад +1

      Sounds like a missed opportunity 😜

  • @thedevilinthecircuit1414
    @thedevilinthecircuit1414 2 года назад +1

    What a wonderful history of gin. And *good onya* for promoting a local distiller that's making a splash on the world market. That's why we love The History Squad.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад

      Cheers! Credit where it's due, that Oaked Gin is something else...I just had to treat myself to a bottle 👍🏻

  • @andrewjohnson-hr6qv
    @andrewjohnson-hr6qv 2 года назад +1

    Thank you Kevin.
    I have just started watching your channel and find your Historical information entertaining, informative and educational.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад

      That's great to hear, thanks Andrew 👍🏻

  • @nerdworld4043
    @nerdworld4043 Год назад

    Kevin, you kick butt.

  • @kathleenhill5838
    @kathleenhill5838 2 года назад +3

    So informative and interesting? Thank you 😊

  • @keithclayton654
    @keithclayton654 2 года назад +2

    Love your channel, always interesting and well researched, keep them coming

  • @MarkHansen1990
    @MarkHansen1990 2 года назад +3

    That was fantastic storytelling. Cheers 🍻. What is so rewarding is i bought some of this blackfox mustard gin about 6 months ago. And, I agree, it is absolutely awesome.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад

      Excellent, their Oaked Gin is something else too 👍🏻

    • @MarkHansen1990
      @MarkHansen1990 2 года назад

      @@thehistorysquad i am looking forward to trying it next.

  • @hemaccabe4292
    @hemaccabe4292 2 года назад +1

    This is a step away from normal. still fascinating. Thank you.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +1

      Indeed, I like to keep it fresh and step out of my comfort zone now and again. 👍🏻

  • @aureaphilos
    @aureaphilos 2 года назад +3

    You should go to Halifax and film the history of India Pale Ale at the Alexander Keith Brewery. Went there in 2003, and the history and experience has never been forgotten.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад

      Oooh I like a drop of IPA, I might have to add that one to my list 😜

  • @JagerLange
    @JagerLange 2 года назад +7

    The importance of juniper berries in Roman Judea is highlighted in the documentary Life Of Brian, if anyone's interested.

  • @nickwebb9290
    @nickwebb9290 2 года назад +1

    What a fascinating history lesson on a much enjoyed spirit and skilfully presented. Thank you 🙏

  • @YorkistRaven
    @YorkistRaven 2 года назад +2

    Kevin, nicely elucidated as usual. I am not much of a drinker at all; but a high quality gin made with local herbs + elder flower tonic is exquisite.

  • @keefsmiff
    @keefsmiff 7 месяцев назад

    TV quality as with every video iv seen with this guy, that was fascinating, iv got a lot of binge watching to do

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  7 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks very much! Welcome to the channel 👍🏻

  • @kenijonesESQ
    @kenijonesESQ Год назад

    Great episode Kevin, Slings are delish shout out to Julie

  • @BUZZKILLJRJR
    @BUZZKILLJRJR Год назад

    My Grandma Martha God rest her soul loved Gin.she also made the most amazing candy like Divinity she was the only person I know who can make it from scratch at home and ahw would make it in large batches certain time of the year.

  • @garlicgorilla6540
    @garlicgorilla6540 2 года назад +2

    Great channel. Glad i discovered you today.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад

      Garlic Gorrilla - I love that handle LOL.
      Welcome to the channel 👍🏻

  • @Jones-xx2gc
    @Jones-xx2gc 2 года назад +1

    Great video. Who knew gin had such a history.

  • @hemaccabe4292
    @hemaccabe4292 2 года назад +1

    Very interesting. One of the big controversies of the day is legalization of drugs. Useful to think about the history of drug use and how various policies played out.

  • @blueneeson9888
    @blueneeson9888 2 года назад +1

    Thanks For This Brilliant Video From Blue

  • @Happyfsscist33
    @Happyfsscist33 Год назад

    That stained glass window is awesome!

  • @susannowak5544
    @susannowak5544 5 месяцев назад

    Another lovely episode: this channel/station, whatever… NEVER disappoints!!

  • @trime1851
    @trime1851 2 года назад +1

    WOW! Another amazing video! I was mostly ignorant about gin, but now I am educated (more or less) 😬

  • @JCOwens-zq6fd
    @JCOwens-zq6fd 2 года назад +1

    Beautifully done as always sir. God bless.

  • @ImCarolB
    @ImCarolB Год назад +1

    I learned that my great-great grandfather, in his old age, was listed according to the census as a "beerhouse keeper". I wondered why he wasn't called a pub keeper, and read that beerhouses were only licensed to sell beer in an attempt to lower beer prices and divert the public from drinking strong spirits, mainly gin.

  • @knowshet313
    @knowshet313 2 года назад

    Thank you I love the way you tell history. Informative and fun! God bless you and yours

  • @cornholio1612
    @cornholio1612 2 года назад +1

    Suggestion: you should read a chapter, every day, from a classic book and post it under a daily bed time or fire side story premise.
    Love the way you tell stories

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +1

      Haha, I'm looking to do one for Christmas 👍🏻

  • @beanie1792
    @beanie1792 Год назад

    I've only just discovered this channel and it's absolutely brilliant!! I'm learning something new every day.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  Год назад

      Glad to hear it Beanie, thanks & welcome aboard!

  • @christopherbalmer350
    @christopherbalmer350 Год назад

    Nice, another amazing informative lesson, and delivered so eloquently. Can't wait for the next one.

  • @tterbay
    @tterbay 2 года назад

    Great video! Very informative. I found it fascinating. Keep up the great content, please!

  • @markcolyer1989
    @markcolyer1989 Год назад

    Well done it was very informative thank you Kevin

  • @floydstowe
    @floydstowe 2 года назад +1

    That was intoxicating history

  • @BleedEaglesGreen023
    @BleedEaglesGreen023 2 года назад +1

    Gin isn't my drink of choice but your knowledge of its history and the ability to tie in some military history kept me entertained.

  • @nerdworld4043
    @nerdworld4043 Год назад

    I could only wish that I could have had a teacher like you, maybe I could have fallen in love with all history earlier....but you prove that learning has no age limit and its super cool that my favorite youtuber is a charming man that dresses in period costumes and teaches me little things that I never would have known. AND he is a war veteran and I would just like to thank him for his service and for all the knowledge that he shares with us.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  Год назад

      Thanks so much, you're very kind! I try to read all of the comments here and especially appreciate that one. 👍🏻

  • @SJutigard
    @SJutigard 2 года назад +1

    I live in Saskatoon. It sort of blows my mind that this is "right on" your doorstep! Great video! I had heard a bit about people drinking gin for the health benefits a couple centuries ago, so good to get some more info on that! Love your videos, you always seem find a new angle to tell the story from.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +1

      Cheers Justin, it's something I enjoy 👍🏻

    • @fangslaughter1198
      @fangslaughter1198 Год назад

      Hello from Swift Current.
      I lived in Stoon for 20 years. ❤

  • @Oldwiseone-p2f
    @Oldwiseone-p2f 2 года назад

    Great video Kevin

  • @Maggie-j3r
    @Maggie-j3r 8 месяцев назад

    I can't drink gin although I like it because it makes me feel morose 😵. You're full of such fascinating information, thank you for sharing your knowledge 😁 and thank you to your wife Julie for her hours if filming.

  • @peteroldham8788
    @peteroldham8788 Год назад

    What a great pod cast keep em coming bro

  • @buzsalmon
    @buzsalmon Год назад

    Hey Kev I believe after watching you here you enjoyed this video even more than your viewers!! Cheers Kevin!

  • @nickharmer3049
    @nickharmer3049 Год назад

    Fantastic info. I'm so glad I've found your channel. Bless 👊

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  Год назад

      Great stuff, thanks Nick & welcome to the channel.

  • @ScooterFXRS
    @ScooterFXRS 2 года назад

    Gin, one of my favorite adult beverages. 🍸 Cheers!

  • @ragecharacter4743
    @ragecharacter4743 Год назад

    How very interesting thanks for the Video.

  • @ildlyn8966
    @ildlyn8966 2 года назад

    Great video really enjoyed it cheers indeed.

  • @richardlilley6274
    @richardlilley6274 Год назад

    Thank you for sharing

  • @stoicgradstudent3976
    @stoicgradstudent3976 Год назад

    exactly what i was looking for, thank you kindly.

  • @SuzanneCoe
    @SuzanneCoe День назад

    Hi, Great show😁, going to tell my mother, this story as much as I remember! As it’s her favourite drink!!🤣, she still likes a tip! And she’s now 85!!🤣👍👍

  • @alexpluff
    @alexpluff 2 года назад

    Wow you are a great story teller, all of your videos grab me, this one included. I think I'll celebrate with gin and tonic. Thanks for all the stories.

  • @jackmunday7602
    @jackmunday7602 2 года назад +3

    Hi again Kevin. A quick question if I may? Throughout the ages Armies have had various methods of upholding law, order and discipline within the ranks. Today for example you have the military police. In Wellingtons time you have the dreaded provost's. So how was order and discipline upheld in the English army during the hundred years war? Did you have designated enforcers, or was the common soldier expected to uphold the standards himself?
    You may of gone over this before, but if you haven't, maybe this could be a good topic for a future video. Thanks again. 👍👍

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад

      Yes it's a good suggestion for sure Jack, I'll take it onboard and add it to my list. 👍🏻

  • @Nozylatten
    @Nozylatten Год назад

    excellent Kevin

  • @Ammo08
    @Ammo08 2 года назад

    I like gin....I really do...good stuff...my favorite is an uncomplicated martini...

  • @johnpauldavis1967
    @johnpauldavis1967 2 года назад

    nice one team Hicks. Very interesting :-)

  • @markwilliams5676
    @markwilliams5676 Год назад

    Howdy ! While in Scotland, at the Edinburgh Castle Tea, I was introduced to "Gin and Tonic with Grapefruit Slice". Wonderful combination! My wife and I enjoy them from time to time. Oh, and we bought a bottle of Edinburgh Gin at the Castle to take home. Somehow, it evaporated while traveling the UK though.....🤠

  • @tomdasilva2060
    @tomdasilva2060 Год назад

    Great story-telling... Again!!!...

  • @tomhirons7475
    @tomhirons7475 2 года назад

    very interesting Kevin.

  • @nancybradford8514
    @nancybradford8514 2 года назад

    We really enjoyed your story, you're a great story teller, 😀😊, thank you

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +1

      You're welcome, glad you liked it 👍🏻

  • @MZeki-gw2xg
    @MZeki-gw2xg 2 года назад

    How ironic, I just had 4 rum and cokes. Kevin you’re some type of psychic lol ❤❤❤❤

  • @shadowcrusader2283
    @shadowcrusader2283 9 месяцев назад

    grandma taught me how to make it in the bathtub out of Juniper berries, they are everywhere here, good stuff when I used to drink

  • @boydauspeditions
    @boydauspeditions 2 года назад

    very interesting Kevin, thanks mate...

  • @PSDuck216
    @PSDuck216 Год назад

    What a different show! But all to do with British history. So, good on ya!
    Cheers!

  • @Bonkers4Hex
    @Bonkers4Hex 2 года назад +4

    I was an alcoholic for 11 years, luckily I never got round to gin, too expensive for me 😄 never fancied a hangover from juniper berries either.

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +2

      Lucky you weren't around in the 18th century when it was cheaper than beer eh? All the best 👍🏻

  • @jeffturner8927
    @jeffturner8927 Год назад

    Thank you. I’m not a drinker myself but very interesting.

  • @Key212
    @Key212 2 года назад

    I love this subject I never would’ve thought this would be something you covered and this is something I actually know nothing about so cool to learn!

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +1

      Haha, I like to dip into some odd topics sometimes, it keeps it fresh. Thanks for watching 👍🏻

  • @briandoyle667
    @briandoyle667 2 года назад +4

    Cheers Kev. Very enjoyable bit of history, but Gin isn't my favourite tipple ever since i got drunk on it in my late teens at a works Christmas do. I was so bad the whole world was spinning and my mum had to put a bucket next to my bed. The smell was horrendous!!
    I also love the fact i can relate to where you are. I used to deliver to Pepsico on the industrial estate there in Saskatoon. Nowt as grand as gin though eh mate!! Keep up with the excellent work fella!! great entertainment, i wouldn't mind paying a license for your show old chum!!

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +2

      Haha, cheers Kev, I think most of us have been in that position at some point in our lives. If you're really interested, you can support the channel through Patreon, the link is in the video description. 👍🏻

    • @briandoyle667
      @briandoyle667 2 года назад

      @@thehistorysquad will do fella

  • @dariixxiv5371
    @dariixxiv5371 Год назад

    I love your spirited content. Very glad I subscribed.

  • @trillchar297
    @trillchar297 2 года назад +2

    Hey Kevin! Can you do a video on your history? Would love to see some old pictures and hear some of your personal stories

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  2 года назад +1

      Take a look in my 'Personal Stories' playlist here on the channel, there are some stories there and as time goes by I will be adding to it 👍🏻

    • @als3022
      @als3022 2 года назад

      I do enjoy those. And the humor instilled in them always cheers me right up.

  • @TWOCOWS1
    @TWOCOWS1 Год назад +1

    i love gin, and i love your video. soooo nice

    • @thehistorysquad
      @thehistorysquad  Год назад +1

      Thank you! A good combination eh? 😊

    • @TWOCOWS1
      @TWOCOWS1 Год назад

      @@thehistorysquad deffinately