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Seven Forgotten Prohibition-Era Cocktails That Deserve a Comeback

Cocktails and Mixology··26 August 2026·16 min

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While everyone knows the Bee's Knees and the Sidecar, the Prohibition era produced dozens of brilliant cocktails that have faded into obscurity. We're counting down seven forgotten gems from speakeasy recipe books—drinks that masked bootleg spirits with creative ingredients and deserve a spot on modern cocktail menus. Each one tells a story of ingenuity during America's 'noble experiment.'