From Fortress to Mansion: How a Medieval Home became a 21st century abode: https://youtu.be/ufXqsHuHD2Y watch video on watch page
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6 Cocktail Recipes from the Gilded Age in Britain
A Taste of aristocratic indulgence
Picture it: a glittering ballroom, candlelight flickering off the gilded mirrors, the rustle of silk gowns as lords and ladies gather for a soirée at one of Britain’s grand country estates.
The butler moves silently among the guests, silver tray in hand, offering delicate glasses filled with the most exquisite cocktails of the era.
The Gilded Age was a time of indulgence, elegance, and social climbing, especially among the British aristocracy.
This was the golden age of high society, when a proper cocktail wasn’t just a drink, but a statement.
British nobles—many of whom had just acquired fabulously wealthy American wives (hello, Dollar Princesses!)—were looking for new ways to impress, and cocktails became a fixture of the fashionable social scene.
While America was pioneering its own cocktail culture in the smoky bars of New York and New Orleans, Britain’s aristocracy embraced cocktails with a decidedly refined and international flair.
(For more on the American side, check out Cecelia Tichi’s book, Gilded Age Cocktails: History, Lore, and Recipes from America’s Gilded Age.)
With access to the best wines from France, citrus from the Empire, and the finest Scotch whisky, the Brits developed cocktails that were elegant, balanced, and meant for sipping at glamorous gatherings.
And they’re not that difficult to replicate! You can still enjoy these Gilded Age favourites today!
Whether you fancy a Champagne Cobbler at your next garden party or a Brandy Crusta by the fireplace, these drinks are timeless classics.
So, dust off your best glassware, and let’s step back in time with five delicious cocktails from Britain’s Gilded Age! Discover here: americanviscountess.com/2025/03/6-cocktail-recipes…
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💎 The Mansions They Left Behind: Gilded Age Heiresses & Their Forgotten Homes 🏰✨
Step inside the grand estates of America’s Gilded Age heiresses, the women who traded opulent mansions for crumbling castles and stately manors across the Atlantic. 🏡➡️🏰
These Dollar Princesses left behind some of the most lavish homes in the United States, but what became of them? Were they preserved, abandoned, or lost to time?
In this episode of The Gilded Heiresses, we uncover the fascinating stories behind these architectural wonders—on both sides of the Atlantic! 🇺🇸🇬🇧
👀 Watch now and explore the world they left behind!
📺 https://youtu.be/_ciDMrWxWgg
#GildedAge #AmericanHeiresses #HistoricHomes #LostMansions #History #LuxuryToRuin #AbandonedPlaces #StatelyHomes #DollarPrincesses.
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The Castle That Hosted Kings, Survived War & Became a Family Home. Watch here: https://youtu.be/fAEOCGUgAsU
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Discover how 700 years of history, from crusaders to kings, was brought back to life by one family's remarkable restoration. Watch now here over on our sister channel @AmericanCountess : https://youtu.be/qdDh7m_Umno
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I am so delighted to share this brand new, and very close to my heart, episode on our sister channel @TheGildedHeiresses about our American ancestor, Alberta Sturges, 9th Countess of Sandwich. From Dollar Princess to Countess: The Untold Story of Alberta Sturges. https://youtu.be/qPxzbMRpCl8
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Watch Now over on our sister channel @TheGildedHeiresses The Legendary Balls of British High Society - Everything you need to know (and it's juicy) https://youtu.be/Y6IAzE8R19Y
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1,300 Years of History: A Sacred Home on Holy Ground Watch here: https://youtu.be/SOi_m7iLk4Q
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Our first video has been uploaded! Woohoo! ABANDONED 900 Year Old CASTLE - How this Family LOST Everything! https://youtu.be/ofj8Aj-FPy0
Welcome to Castles and Tiaras! This channel takes you on an enchanting journey through Britain's grand historic houses, exploring their captivating stories from the past, their vibrant present, and the plans for their future.
Join us as we step inside the majestic rooms, unravel fascinating tales of aristocrats and untold family histories, and uncover the secrets hidden within these iconic estates. From grand castles to elegant manors, discover the rich heritage and the ongoing efforts to preserve these extraordinary places for future generations.
Subscribe to Castles and Tiaras and be part of this timeless adventure!
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Welcome to Castles and Tiaras! This channel takes you on an enchanting journey through Britain's grand historic houses, exploring their captivating stories from the past, their vibrant present, and the plans for their future. Join us as we step inside the majestic rooms, unravel fascinating tales of aristocrats and untold family histories, and uncover the secrets hidden within these iconic estates. From grand castles to elegant manors, discover the rich heritage and the ongoing efforts to preserve these extraordinary places for future generations. Subscribe to Castles and Tiaras and be part of this timeless adventure!