Great Whisky Lovers: Frank Sinatra

Frank Sinatra was one of the most popular entertainers of the 20th century. He was also a self-professed dedicated whisky drinker. So, it should come as no surprise that the two would eventually come together in what can only be described as a match made in heaven. Here's a look at the history of Frank Sinatra and his love affair with whisky.

Frank Sinatra was born in Hoboken, New Jersey in 1915. His parents were Italian immigrants who had settled in the United States in the late 19th century. Sinatra's father, Marty, was a professional boxer and later a fireman. His mother, Dolly, was a midwife who also ran an illegal abortion business out of their home. Sinatra was the only child of Marty and Dolly Sinatra.

As a child, Sinatra showed an interest in music and entertaining. He would often sing for family and friends. In 1933, he dropped out of high school to pursue a career in music. His first big break came in 1935 when he sang with Harry James' band. In 1940, he signed with Tommy Dorsey's band and became one of the most popular entertainers of the era. It was during this time that he began to develop his trademark style of singing.

In 1943, Sinatra left Tommy Dorsey's band to pursue a solo career. It was during this time that he released his first album, "The Voice of Frank Sinatra." The album was an instant success and helped to launch him into superstardom. Over the next few decades, Sinatra would go on to release dozens of albums and perform thousands of concerts around the world. He also appeared in over 60 films during his career.

Throughout his life,Sinatra was known for his love of whisky. He was often seen drinking whisky on stage and in interviews. He even had his own brand of whisky, called "Sinatra Select," which was created by Jack Daniel's in 2014. In 2011, a bottle of rare "Sinatrade" malt whisky sold at auction for $150,000. This just goes to show how much people love both Frank Sinatra and whisky!

Frank Sinatra is remembered today as one of the greatest entertainers of all time. He is also remembered for his love affair with whisky. Throughout his life, he drank whisky on stage and offstage; he even had his own brand of whisky named after him! Today, fans of both Frank Sinatra and whisky continue to enjoy both icons all over the world.