In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
JULEP
julep, mint julep
(noun) bourbon and sugar and mint over crushed ice
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
julep (plural juleps)
A refreshing drink flavored with aromatic herbs, especially mint, and sometimes alcohol.
(historical, medicine) A pleasant-tasting liquid medicine in which other nauseous medicines are taken.
Source: Wiktionary
Ju"lep, n. Etym: [F., fr. Sp. julepe, fr. Ar. & Per. julab, jullab, fr. Per. gulab rose water and julep; gul rose + ab water.]
1. A refreshing drink flavored with aromatic herbs; esp. (Med.),
Definition: a sweet, demulcent, acidulous, or mucilaginous mixture, used as a vehicle. Milton. Honey in woods, juleps in brooks. H. Vaughan.
2. A beverage composed of brandy, whisky, or some other spirituous liquor, with sugar, pounded ice, and sprigs of mint; -- called also mint julep. [U.S.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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