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Series · 2014 · Documentary

Booze Traveler

★7.5 2014 4 Seasons TV-MA

Actor/adventurer Jack Maxwell learned a lot working in South Boston bars, and one lesson stood out: Enjoy a couple of drinks with a stranger, and the whole world opens up. Those experiences inspired "Booze Traveler," which follows Maxwell to various countries to quench his curiosity about what people drink, why, and the tales it prompts. In Armenia, Belize, Lithuania, Mongolia, Nepal and elsewhere, Maxwell learns its intoxicating traditions, meets with locals, joins in activities, and even helps with the alcohol-making process. He finds a unique drink, makes friends and shares stories in each spot.

Seasons & episodes

4 seasons · 68 episodes

Turkey is Stirring

Episode 01

Turkey is Stirring

Nov 24, 2014 · 60 min

Beer, rebellion, soccer, Islam and fiery brandy stir modern Turkey. Although drinking is highly restricted, Turks drink defiantly and patriotically across the country, from bustling city streets to ancient islands. Jack Maxwell finds that every glass comes with a very big twist.

Peru Is Magic

Episode 02

Peru Is Magic

Dec 1, 2014 · 60 min

From Machu Picchu to the fiery capital of Lima, Peru serves up strange magic at every turn. Jack is in the Land of the Inca to discover the culture behind many of Peru’s most popular drinks, including canazo, a sugarcane liquor, and masato, a traditional Peruvian beverage also known as “spit beer.”

Spain: Mixed, Not Blended

Episode 03

Spain: Mixed, Not Blended

Dec 8, 2014 · 60 min

With more bars per capita than any other European country, Spain is just one big fiesta for Jack Maxwell. From tasting sherry in Andalusia to being introduced to Queimada, a flaming punch made with orujo, a 100-proof, wine-based spirit, in Galicia, Jack takes an intoxicating tour of Spain.

Austria Is Good For You

Episode 04

Austria Is Good For You

Dec 15, 2014 · 60 min

From soothing hops baths to Zirbenschnapps, a digestive pinecone schnapps, booze in Austria doubles as a medicinal method. Jack heads to downtown Franking to sip on one of Austria’s most famous drinks, visits a distillery in Upper Austria to taste the famous (and quite expensive) eau-de-vie, and much more.

Iceland's Warm Fire

Episode 05

Iceland's Warm Fire

Dec 22, 2014 · 60 min

The land is cold, but the people are warm and full of spirit — the kind of spirit you can drink! Icelanders stay toasty by sipping on their liquor, and Jack is more than willing to join in on the party. From fjallagrassa in the mountains to sipping beer in Hafnarfjordur, he attempts to drink his way across the Land of Fire and Ice.

Mongolian Road Trip

Episode 06

Mongolian Road Trip

Dec 29, 2014 · 60 min

Jack travels to the base of the Khangai Mountains to try fermented horse milk; takes a tour of a factory where liquid is filtered through diamonds and pearls to create the perfect vodka; and gets a lesson on making camel-milk vodka.

Nepal: A Higher State

Episode 07

Nepal: A Higher State

Jan 5, 2015 · 60 min

From his hometown of Boston to the highest mountain range in the world, Jack travels high into the Himalayas to taste some of the best drinks in Nepal, including a marijuana milkshake, sherpa beer and the Yeti's favorite drink.

Japan Uncorked

Episode 08

Japan Uncorked

Jan 12, 2015 · 60 min

Jack takes his booze travels to Japan, a country that has a reputation for being a little unconventional. Amid a culture of honor, family and strict order, drinking provides a balance to this lifestyle and an outlet for people to relax.

Loopy Lithuania

Episode 09

Loopy Lithuania

Jan 19, 2015 · 60 min

Lithuania proves that 50 years of oppression didn’t change the ways of the people. Jack gets an inside look at the world of paganism, its rituals and its love for mead. He also experiences the wonders of homemade Lithuanian beer. In the midst of all this, Jack finds a sport that suits him: keg tossing.

Netherlands: Liquid Courage

Episode 10

Netherlands: Liquid Courage

Jan 26, 2015 · 60 min

Jack experiences the rich, innovative drinking history of the Netherlands. He parties on a bike bar, visits a bank filled with beer, and eats herring like the locals.

The Armenian Trail

Episode 11

The Armenian Trail

Feb 2, 2015 · 60 min

Human sacrifice, mulberry moonshine, wine grapes from Noah's ark and brandy that changed the world.

Dead in New Orleans

Episode 12

Dead in New Orleans

Feb 9, 2015 · 60 min

The Day of the Dead in The Big Easy with tobacco liquor and voodoo room service.

Belize: Paradise Found

Episode 13

Belize: Paradise Found

Feb 16, 2015 · 60 min

As Jack explores the many drinks Belize has to offer, he finds that the rugged Central American paradise has attracted people from all over the world. But no matter where you come from or why you're there, Belize always welcomes you with a cocktail.

South Africa: Hidden Gems

Episode 14

South Africa: Hidden Gems

Feb 23, 2015 · 60 min

Jack Maxwell's tour of South Africa includes a fruit that will give an elephant a buzz, homemade honey hooch, Zulu tribal beer, and wine from palm trees.

Tennessee: Red, White and Booze

Episode 15

Tennessee: Red, White and Booze

Mar 2, 2015 · 60 min

A link between moonshiners and George Washington; a legendary whiskey brought back from the dead.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 7.5 /10

based on 11 votes

Synopsis

Actor/adventurer Jack Maxwell learned a lot working in South Boston bars, and one lesson stood out: Enjoy a couple of drinks with a stranger, and the whole world opens up. Those experiences inspired "Booze Traveler," which follows Maxwell to various countries to quench his curiosity about what people drink, why, and the tales it prompts. In Armenia, Belize, Lithuania, Mongolia, Nepal and elsewhere, Maxwell learns its intoxicating traditions, meets with locals, joins in activities, and even helps with the alcohol-making process. He finds a unique drink, makes friends and shares stories in each spot.

Documentary

Cast

1 principal cast

Jack Maxwell

Himself - Host

Where to watch Booze Traveler

Booze Traveler is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The documentary has 4 seasons and 68 total episodes, rated 7.5/10 by 11 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Booze Traveler have?

Booze Traveler has 4 seasons with 68 episodes in total.

Is Booze Traveler still on the air?

The current status of Booze Traveler is: Canceled.

What network airs Booze Traveler?

Booze Traveler airs on Travel Channel.

When did Booze Traveler first air?

Booze Traveler first aired on November 24, 2014.

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