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The Duchess of Sussex enjoys a glass of red wine. Her preferred is an Italian red called Tignanello, or “The Tig” as she calls it, which served as the namesake for her former lifestyle blog.
King Tut was a fan of wine, and was buried with various wine jars. Through recent scientific discovery, it’s been revealed that he actually preferred red to white.
Gekkeikan Sake is one of the few purveyors to the Imperial family. Their top sake, called "Horin" Junmai Daiginjo, is made for the Japanese royal family.
Yet another royal with a passion for Scotch. The late Princess was a stickler for her favorite drink, Scotch neat with a dash of water, and it had to be made with Famous Grouse Scotch and Highland Spring mineral water.
King Edward VII’s favorite cocktail was made specifically for him! Called the King’s Ginger, this mixture of honey, ginger, and brandy was supposed to keep the king healthy in spite of the damp air.
While experts argue over whether the ancient conqueror (right) was an alcoholic or merely enjoyed drinking, there is no doubt that he was partial to undiluted wine.
Queen Elizabeth II’s mother was no stranger to alcohol. She commonly drank throughout the day, but was partial to her pre-lunch cocktail: a glass of Dubonnet and gin.
King Louis XIV of France didn’t just like Champagne, he drank it almost exclusively. This caused some friction between the wine regions in France, as many felt that the Champagne region was being unduly favored.
The eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II, his favorite drink diverges somewhat from that of his mother. He’s particularly partial to the Laphroaig 15 Year Old Scotch.
Small beer (or small ale) was a type of beer that had less alcohol than a standard beer. King Henry VIII (and several of his wives) were allegedly fans of the brew.
The late Princess Diana was allegedly not much of a drinker, however, she had a special place in her heart for the peach Bellini. It was rumored that this is what she drank on her night out with Freddie Mercury.
Following in her mother’s footsteps, the late Queen Elizabeth II also enjoyed a Dubonnet and gin before lunch. However, she liked hers with a lemon twist.
While Bonaparte had an affinity for wine on the whole, he had a special place in his heart for Chambertin wines. He is quoted as saying that "nothing makes the future look so rosy as to contemplate it through a glass of Chambertin."
This royal family has a passion for beer! An impressive tradition, the Liechtenstein royal family holds a party every year for the entire country (yes, you read that right) at Vaduz Castle, where they provide beer and snacks.
The Princess of Wales loves whiskey, and has been known to sip on some Jack Daniel’s from time to time. However, she also loves the unfortunately named cocktail “Crack Baby.” Served at the former nightclub Boujis, it’s a mix of vodka, Champagne, and passion fruit.
Much like his grandfather, Prince William also enjoys a good brew. However, he allegedly tends to favor brands like Stella Artois and Guinness.
The Empress of Russia in the late 18th century, she made a real impact on the history of beer. A big fan of stouts, she would receive a brew from the UK that had a higher alcohol content. This brew later became known as a Russian Imperial Stout, or just an imperial stout. She claimed that she could drink as much as any Englishman!
Queen Camilla is a wine aficionado, which is fitting as she’s the president of the UK Vineyard Association. She grew up around the beverage, as her father worked in the wine business.
While tea is considered quintessentially English, the purveyor of the tea-drinking tradition was actually this Portuguese queen. When Catherine arrived, the English were only drinking tea as medicine. She enjoyed the beverage throughout the day, however, and this influenced others to do the same.
The Earl of Wessex reportedly enjoys a refreshing gin and tonic as his preferred beverage.
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Princess Eugenie revealed in an interview with Harper’s Bazaar that her favorite drink is “vodka soda with loads of lime.”
The Queen of the Netherlands seems to have a healthy respect for beer. She happily drank an impressive amount before a brewery tour in 2019.
The ruler of England from 1837 to 1901, this monarch did not shy away from her whisky. In fact, she so loved Scotch that she would mix it with various drinks to make her own concoctions, including with soda, tea, and claret (a type of red wine).
The former Queen of England loved her mead, and her alleged favorite recipe has survived until today (though now tweaked for a modern taste).
The Czar of Russia in the late 17th century, at 26 years old he was allegedly an avid partier. He visited England in 1698, and discovered his favorite drink: peppered brandy.
This ancient ruler is rumored to have loved wine so much that she bathed in it. Allegedly, red wine was the preference.
Arguably the most low-key alcoholic drink on this list, Prince Philip appreciated a good beer. Boddingtons was previously his favorite, however, the brewery closed in 2005, so he had to drink other brands.
People have always been fascinated by royal life. The opulence and luxury leads people to wonder what is going on behind closed doors, whether it be secrets or just daily routines. In this gallery, we'll be exploring the drinking habits of some of history's most famous royals. While some merely find joy in a good glass of Scotch, others have had a wide-reaching impact due to their preferences. Find out which king caused political strife with his wine choices, or who changed the face of beer forever with her passion for the brew.
From King Tut to the Queen Mother, click through to find out which beverages these royals indulged in!
Not what you’d expect necessarily when you think of opulence, Marie Antoinette was a fan of hot chocolate. In fact, she brought her own chocolate maker to court, and he gained the title “Chocolate Maker to the Queen.”
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People have always been fascinated by royal life. The opulence and luxury leads people to wonder what is going on behind closed doors, whether it be secrets or just daily routines. In this gallery, we'll be exploring the drinking habits of some of history's most famous royals. While some merely find joy in a good glass of Scotch, others have had a wide-reaching impact due to their preferences. Find out which king caused political strife with his wine choices, or who changed the face of beer forever with her passion for the brew.
From King Tut to the Queen Mother, click through to find out which beverages these royals indulged in!