Blenheim Ginger Ale Fansite
The Blenheim Shrine
Well, it's been a long time coming, but here's a fansite dedicated to the best dang ginger ale drink in the whole world...the fire, the flavor, the most fantastic Blenheim Ginger Ale. Practically a secret treasure in ginger ales history, this amber delight has been around for more than 100 years, and with one taste, you will understand why it needs a shrine. It comes from Hamer, South Carolina, but it can take you to another dimension...
Blenheim ginger ale has attained legendary status, partly because it is hard to find, and partly because of its spicy kick that nearly causes out-of-body experiences. Oh sure, they have a 'not as hot' level, but my friends, if you aren't used to anything spicy, even Blenny's '#5' could make your head feel like it's in a toaster oven! The "OLD #3 HOT" is a hot ginger ale that's NOT for the weak of heart. Then again, it might jump start a heart or two. (Note: It helps not to breathe in before you get it in your mouth.)
Gotta have it!
And isn't that why we drink it? The firey before-, during-, and after-taste is downright addictive. Sip. That rushing sound you hear is your body's pain-killing endorphins ushering you to your own happy place. What adds to the drive for your next 'fix' of Blenny is that this drink is sometimes near impossible to find! You track down a supplier from a back-alley conversation, spend all your milk money for a couple of six-packs, and fifteen minutes later when you need more, it's not on the shelf...Well, it's not THAT bad, but you understand.
You talk about efforts to string you out... these savvy folks down in Hamer, SC, know that scarcity only fuels your desire. Who cares if only three people are running the bottling plant (I was told that.) No, the fine Blenheim makers know if they can keep the supply of this liquid gold steady but low, it makes it as precious as real gold. It becomes an adventure to find this treasure, and those who have once tasted the best ginger ale will do most anything for the next one. That brilliant design, my fellow Blenheads, is what makes Blenheim's way more than mere ginger ale.
In this humble shrine, pause for reflection, meditate on its incendiary goodness, and muffle your fiery ginger-scented screams in your shirtsleeve or a pillow.
Recent mentions of Blenheim ginger ale
- St. Louis... what can't I miss? traditional food topic
8 May 2008 at 1:11am
...ve been digging lately is the boiled peanuts at the Soulard Farmers' Market finished off with a Blenheim Ginger Ale (careful, they sell a hot...
- Official 2008 Spring Soda Tasting: Part Two
10 Apr 2008 at 4:08am
Blenheim Ginger Ale: It lived up to it's name. I just wanted to say that. I don't know what it's name means, but when you read it, don't you...
- $21.73
7 Apr 2008 at 6:00pm
Jeff's Chocolate Soda. Faygo Vanilla Cream Soda. Blenheim Ginger Ale. Sweet Blossom Rose Petal Soda. San Pellegrino Chinotto. Sanbitter...
- Eats Talk & Food News :: RE: Looking for Vernors Ginger Ale around...
6 Apr 2008 at 2:17pm
...variety of Blenheim ginger ale comes close to what Vernors used to be (it's a bit hotter), but I haven't been able to find any Blenheim around...
- Pair of old soda bottle caps, Blenheim Ginger Ale eagle
21 Mar 2008 at 4:17pm
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- Walk this way....: Whew. We made it to Friday.
15 Mar 2008 at 12:53am
I gave him a six pack of hot Blenheim ginger ale to distract him. It's a South Carolina treat he needs to learn about. Cough, splutter.
- Spring Fever
8 Mar 2008 at 7:19am
Blenheim Ginger Ale is even better ... a super delicious, extra-extra strong elixir. In fact, every time i bring a bottle of Blenheim to my...
- Ya Damn Pastry Chef: What I Did This Charleston Food + Wine...
3 Mar 2008 at 5:10am
All I listed was ?Blenheim Ginger Ale Mousse Tart.? How I was going to create this dish ... demonstration of how to make the Blenheim Mousse
- Answer: The McCarrell Sisters of Travelers Rest!
2 Mar 2008 at 8:36pm
You?ll find everything from Blenheim Ginger Ale to Nana?s Pralines and milk from the Happy Cow Creamery.
- Comment on New Side-Blog: OMG Gingerale by adamrice
27 Feb 2008 at 3:35pm
Dude. Blenheim ginger ale. Super-strong ginger. It?s like drinking dynamiteâ??in a good way. Accept no alternatives.
