17. Can’t Go Wrong With Brandy

Contrary to popular belief, the Pilgrims were not the first English speakers to set foot in America. They were even greeted by a Native American named Samoset upon arrival speaking their own tongue. The exchange encapsulated the unexpected encounter between European settlers and indigenous peoples.

Although the Pilgrims lacked beer, they did possess brandy, a fact that speaks to the early exchange of goods and cultures between settlers and Native Americans. This interaction marked the beginning of a complex and often tumultuous relationship between European colonizers and the indigenous inhabitants of the Americas, shaping the course of history on both continents.