Drinking in colonial Williamsburg


  • A gentleman's study is outfitted with a selection of libations.

  • Thomas Jefferson, portrayed by Bill Barker, quaffed wines from around the world.

  • Workingmen fueled their labors with a hefty mugfull. Barbara Scherer tops off Garland Wood, Steve Chabra, Wes Watkins, and Robert Watson.

  • The tankard's molasses-brown depths are anticipated by thirsty laborers.

  • Interpreters Steve Chabra and Robert Watson relax over a pint.

  • Connoisseurs Garland Wood and Wes Watkins discuss the virtues of the brew.

  • Interpreters Chris Allen, Phil Shultz, and Bill Rose demonstrate the proper way to play a hand of cards: with a drink.

  • An amber glass in afternoon light pleases eye and palate.
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