MALORT
Malört’s distinct taste comes from this unusual, bitter herb.
What is wormwood?
The original Malört brand that popularized the spirit in Chicago was produced by this company, founded in 1934.
What is Jeppson's Malort?
This illegal operation, run by individuals who sold alcohol during Prohibition, was known for smuggling and distributing alcohol.
What is bootlegging?
This Chicago sports team made a celebratory Malört toast when they won their first championship in over a century.
What is the Chicago Cubs?
Until the 90s, Chicago had a higher density of this ethnic group than their actual country of origin. (And it's still pretty close)
What is the Polish?
This immigrant is credited with bringing Malört to the United States in the early 20th century.
Who is Carl Jeppson?
This Chicago bar is known for its Malört shots, often served as part of a local drinking challenge.
What is the Violet Hour?
The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which instituted Prohibition, was ratified in this year.
What is 1919?
This park in downtown Chicago is home to the famous Cloud Gate sculpture, also known as "The Bean."
What is Millennium Park?
This Chicago neighborhood was the nation's first recognized gay village.
What is Boystown (Northalsted)?
In 2016, a viral video showed a person trying Malört for the first time, exclaiming that it was worse than this other infamous drink.
What is Jägermeister?
This comedian famously referenced Malört in his stand-up routine, making it a national talking point.
Who is Hannibal Buress?
This amendment to the U.S. Constitution repealed Prohibition in 1933, effectively ending the nationwide ban on alcohol.
What is the 21st Amendment?
Chicago was founded in this year, shortly before it grew into one of the largest and greatest and coolest cities in the United States.
What is 1833?
The University of Chicago campus has a large, bulbous, bronze sculpture by Henry Moore and marks the site where this scientific phenomenon was first developed and tested.
What is the nuclear reactor?
This popular reality TV series aired a segment in which contestants were challenged to take a shot of Malört as part of a dare.
What is The Bachelorette?
While Malört is most popular in Chicago, it was originally created in this country, where it’s a traditional spirit.
What is Sweden?
The end of Prohibition led to this president’s famous “Happy Days Are Here Again” declaration, signaling the return of legal alcohol.
Who is Franklin Roosevelt?
The second most-populated county in the United States after Los Angeles County, the city of Chicago can be found in what county?
What is Cook County?
Shameless, while set in the south side of Chicago, was actually filmed in this Chicago neighborhood.
What is Cicero? (Will also take Back of the Yards)
In 2013, this celebrity chef took a shot of Malört during a live TV appearance, visibly struggling with the drink’s intense bitterness.
Who is Anthony Bourdain?
This is not a question you just have to take a drink.
What is haha sucker?
This organization, originally founded to enforce Prohibition, was disbanded in 1930 due to its failure to effectively stop illegal alcohol production and distribution.
What is the Bureau of Prohibition?
From 1986 to 2011, which of these celebrity talk shows was broadcasted live from Harpo Studios in Chicago?
What is the Oprah Winfrey Show?
This Chicago neighborhood is Charlie's favorite.
What is Wicker Park?