Episode 122 Don't Tax My Whiskey

About this episode

The episode explores the history of the Pennsylvania Whiskey Rebellion and its implications on early American society.

This week we dive into the history of the Pennsylvania Whiskey Rebellion. Beginning in the 1790's as the United States was in the early days as a country and looking to get out of debt from the Revolutionary war. Alexander Hamilton and other members of congress passed a tax on whiskey and other spirits causing huge uproar with American Citizens. For this week's pairing grab yourself some whiskey and some pretzel bites to enjoy while you listen. --- FOLLOW US --- Instagram: @peculiarpairingspod X: @peculiarpairpod Gmail: peculiarpairingspod@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/peculiarpairingspodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9kyZ61HBs0W6cHwejheuAQ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@peculiarpairingspodcast

People in this episode

Hosts: Matt Ditter, Celine Williams

Topics covered

• whiskey
• taxation
• history
• American Revolution
• rebellion

Keywords

• whiskey
• tax
• rebellion
• Alexander Hamilton
• Pennsylvania
• history
• American Revolution

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: United States

Places: Pennsylvania

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