Volcano in Amador County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Moose Milk
Dedicated this 13th day of January, 1951 by E Clampus Vitus.
[A rededication marker, just below the main one, reads]:
Our Year
Chapter 49
E Clampus Vitus
[The Clamper year 5989 equates to 1984]
Erected 1951 by E Clampus Vitus.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1951.
Location. 38° 26.503′ N, 120° 37.846′ W. Marker is in Volcano, California, in Amador County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Main Street and St. George Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 16104 Main Street, Volcano CA 95689, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. St. George Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); General Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Carlo Andrea Dondero (within shouting distance of this marker); Soldier Gulch (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Volcano (about 400 feet away); a different marker also named Volcano (about 400 feet away); The Old Bavarian Brewery (about 400 feet away); Astronomical Observatory (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Volcano.
More about this marker. Marker is to the right of the front door of the Whiskey Flat Saloon (adjacent to and to the left of the St. George Hotel), just above the ashtray.
Regarding Moose Milk. Moose Milk, as served in this saloon, consisted of a generous shot of bourbon, an equal measure of half-and-half cream, and some rum. Served over ice, and topped with nutmeg, it may be an acquired taste. It did seem to have the property of improving in flavor, the more that was drunk.
Additional commentary.
1. Hidden Marker
If I'm not mistaken that hidden marker used to hang in the National Hotel and referred to where the police station now stands.
Editor's Note: We have reports of a marker in the hotel, but as yet no confirmation whether it was this marker or a similar one.
Additional keywords. Drinks, Beverages, Booze
Credits. This page was last revised on July 26, 2018. It was originally submitted on July 11, 2008, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 3,792 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on July 11, 2008, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.