Malört is a bitter, wormwood-based liqueur that was created in the 1930s by a Swedish immigrant Carl Jeppson. The drink was first introduced in Chicago, and although it is now produced in Florida, it is still mainly associated with its place of origin, and it can rarely be found elsewhere in the United States.

Malört, which is a Swedish word for wormwood, was modeled on Swedish beskbrännvin – a liquor distilled from potatoes or grains that was often infused with wormwood. The drink is characterized by its sharp flavor and a long, bitter aftertaste. 

American lager is a beer style that was initially modeled on the European pale lager. Most examples of the style are clear and pale brews with a neutral flavor, subtle malt aromas, and low to moderately low hop bitterness. Initially, ales were the preferred choice in the American colonies, and lager style was only introduced with the influx of German immigrants—who were already familiar with brewing lager styles.

They tried to make similar lagers in the United States but had to look for other grains to replace barley, which was somewhat different than European, and it was also slightly harder to cultivate. A small addition of grains such as wheat or rye influenced the birth of lighter American lagers. 

Corn whiskey is one of the oldest whiskey styles in the United States. It is legally defined as a spirit with a fermented mash of at least 80% corn. Corn whiskey can be bottled without oak maturation, and if aged, the process has to take place in used or uncharred oak barrels—unlike bourbon that has to be matured in new charred oak.

Corn whiskey appeared sometime in the mid-1700s, first among Scottish and Irish settlers who were familiar with the whiskey-making technique. It was a rustic spirit that was not aged and mostly intended for immediate consumption. Following the Civil War and federal and state taxation, most of the production went underground, and corn whiskey became American moonshine. 

Boilermaker is an American beer cocktail that consists of beer and a shot of whiskey. There are a few ways of serving Boilermaker - with beer as a chaser taken after a single gulp of hard liquor, or as a shot of whiskey poured into the beer, which speeds up the effects of alcohol on human body.

When beer is consumed as a chaser, the beverage is commonly known as Shot and Beer, while a shot dropped into the beer is referred to as Depth Charge or Bomb Shot. While the exact origin of Boilermaker is still unclear, it is believed that the cocktail dates back to the early 1800s, when it was a favorite cheap drink of the American working class, hence the name. 

Wine Cooler is a wine-based cocktail that was created in the USA in the mid-20th century. It was traditionally a home-made drink that was served at yard parties, but due to its low alcohol content, it gained popularity in the early 1980s as a favorite cocktail at sorority parties and barbecues.

The cocktail is made with a combination of wine, sugar, soda, juices of fruits such as lime, lemon, grapefruit, or pineapple, and a lot of ice. Either white or red berry wine can be included in the mix, and people usually prefer the cheapest variety because the flavors of wine are masked by the sweetness of other ingredients. 

Pox (pronounced posh) is a ceremonial, corn-based Mexican drink that originated among the Tzotzil Maya in Chiapas. Originally fermented and made with corn, pox is nowadays often distilled and includes wheat, sugar cane, and because of its unregulated status, possibly some other additions.

Since the production is not controlled, there are many pox variations, but it is usually potent, subtly sweet, and lightly smoky. It can be distilled once or twice, and it also comes in flavored versions. The drink has a long and vague history, but it was allegedly one of the symbols of resistance during the Spanish colonization. 

Advertised as the black sheep of Canadian liqueurs, Yukon Jack is a liqueur that combines blended Canadian whiskey and honey. It is an overproof liqueur available as 100 proof for American and 80 proof for the Canadian market. Yukon Jack has an appealing golden color.

It is a potent and sweet liqueur that has a smooth flavor and aromas of vanilla and spices. Although it can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks, it also works well in cocktails and long drinks. Yukon Jack is produced in Valleyfield, Quebec, while the Sazerac Company owns the brand.

Similar to the Jäger Bomb and Boilermaker, Irish Car Bomb is a shot cocktail made by dropping a shot of Irish cream and whiskey into a glass filled with stout beer. The cocktail is traditionally chugged right after the shot is dropped into the glass.

For the best experience, it is recommended to use Guinness beer, Baileys cream, and Jameson whiskey. Despite its name, Irish Car Bomb is an American cocktail, so do not even try ordering it in Ireland, as it could get you thrown out of the pub pretty easily.

Sidecar is an old cocktail made with a combination of cognac and equal parts triple sec and lemon juice. In order to prepare it, all ingredients are shaken with ice, then strained into a cocktail glass. Sidecar’s origins are pretty murky, and although the most famous origin story featured Harry’s New York Bar in Paris, it is believed that the cocktail was actually invented in New Orleans in the 19th century.

Regardless of historical fact and fiction, Sidecar is one of the most famous cocktails in the world, and nowadays it can be found in many variations.