In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MULSES
MULSE
Mulse, n. Etym: [L. mulsum (sc. vinum), fr. mulsus mixed with honey, honey-sweet, p.p. of mulcere to sweeten, soften.]
Definition: Wine boiled and mingled with honey.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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