Happy Repeal Day!!! Stay Wet!

Repeal Day

Today, December 5th, commemorates the anniversary of the day the United States ratified the Twenty First Amendment which Repealed the Eighteenth Amendment and gave Americans the constitutional ability to consume alcohol.  Whoo HOO!!!!

To host a traditional Repeal Day Party remember the following:

• Celebrations begin at 9:PM  (21st Amendment  -   21:00 hours)

• Proper Garb includes stockings with garter belts for the Ladies and Hats (Derby, Fedora, period-style) for the Gents

• Guests are expected to bring and hosts are expected to decorate with Umbrellas (a symbol of the Post Prohibition era with Rain appearing inside the umbrella with the saying "Stay Wet" and a metaphorical representation of the many "wet" days to come)

• The guests first drink should be non-alcoholic in Remembrance of the Dry days of Prohibition

• Every drink gets a Toast (e.g. Here's to the Repeal!  Happy Days are Here Again!)

• The Host gives a Midnight Toast to pause and reflect

If you're in Chicago, Room 21 at 2110 S. Wabash will celebrate the repeal of prohibition with live music by 10-piece brass band, "The Prohibition Orchestra of Chicago," while servers will be dressed in period attire (flappers/gangsters). 1920s and 1930s model cars will be parked on South Wabash. Guests will be able to enjoy a special $19.33 Repeal Day Menu created by Executive Chef Fred Ramos, as well as select from a list of Dewar's specialty cocktails. For more info: 312-328-1198

Otherwise, to celebrate, stop by your local bar, tavern, saloon, winery, distillery, or brewhouse and have a drink! Pick up a six-pack on your way home from work. Split a bottle of wine with a loved one. Buy a shot for a stranger. Just do it because you can.  It's your Constitutional Right!