Black Tot Day
Black Tot Day marks the end of daily rum rations for the Royal Navy, a tradition steeped in history and camaraderie. Sailors honored the occasion with black armbands and mock funerals, while the phrase "splice the main brace" evolved from a battle-related term to a general toast for extra rum. Toasts for each day of the week reflected the sailors' experiences, celebrating everything from ships at sea to absent friends. Today, a few distilleries still honor the original rum recipe, reminding us of a time when sailors enjoyed their daily tot.In this clip
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