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Why Do We Tap? Exploring the Fascinating History of a Drinking Ritual

Why Do We Tap? Exploring the Fascinating History of a Drinking Ritual

Update: 2025-11-07
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Have you ever wondered why people tap the table before downing a shot? In today's episode of the Booze Nooze, host Steve Stevens brings you five intriguing explanations for this tradition. From rooted practices of respect and remembrance, to practical solutions for cleanliness, and even folklore of warding off demons, this episode takes you across continents and through centuries. Tune in to learn how this ritual evolved over time and why it continues in modern drinking culture. Don't miss this deep dive into one of the bar world's most ubiquitous rituals.





 
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Why Do We Tap? Exploring the Fascinating History of a Drinking Ritual

Why Do We Tap? Exploring the Fascinating History of a Drinking Ritual

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