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
- Blenheim Ginger Ale 12 - 12oz. Bottles HOT
12 Aug 2008 at 5:47pm
US $24.00 End Date: Tuesday Aug-19-2008 15:47:29 PDT Buy It Now for only: US $24.00 Buy it now | Add to watch list...
- Black Sheep and Watermelon
10 Aug 2008 at 10:22am
...also consumed (and looked quite yummy!). The Black Sheep offered a variety of sodas including Blenheim Ginger Ale (mild or hot) and Cheerwine...
- Can't find Blenheim Ginger Ale (in Augusta, GA)
5 Aug 2008 at 8:45pm
...in stock so I called the Blenheim company, and ... item and we don't have any right now" ....so I asked the kid when ginger ale season
- Linear Appraisal 08'
5 Aug 2008 at 12:54pm
The appraiser found it delightful when we offered him a Blenheim ginger ale-
- Stonestreet: Blenheim ginger ale is a Southern staple
2 Aug 2008 at 11:31pm
...hot is Blenheim's Old No. 3? Take Canada Dry Ginger Ale as a standard. It ...
- Going Local
2 Jun 2008 at 11:31pm
? Red Beans & Rice. ? Cabbage. ? Greer Peaches. Blenheim Ginger Ale. Carolina Pride ... ? Pork Sausage. ? Beef Wieners. ? Turkey...
- 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...
