John Maxiumus has been knocked out of the nightclub game a few times,
only to stage fierce comebacks setting the bar higher with each reincarnation. There is no one more prolific in Chicago Nightlife history then John. Referred to as the Godfather of Nightlife, King of the Underground and Chicagos Pop Culture Icon John is a cult like figure and is the poster child for constant reinvention and dedication to cutting edge nightlife. Sneaking into discos at 15 gave him his first glimpse of the debauchery that has become his signature style. After a brief stint with formal education John escaped to Waikiki at 17 where he ended up living in a house of ill repute and became educated in the fine art of hustling and survival. When a friend permed his long sun bleached hair a local drag queen dubbed him Medusa. Who knew this kid with the hair of snakes would become the catalyst in evolving Chicagos nightlife, art and music scene by breaking down the social barriers that divided all the subcultures of his favorite city. The rest, they say is history.
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Dj AM
DJ AM died accidentally of acute intoxication from a cocktail of prescription drugs and cocaine, the New York City medical examiner's office ruled Tuesday, according to The Associated Press. The 36-year-old celebrity disc jockey, whose real name was Adam Goldstein, was found Aug. 28 in his apartment in New York.
We are located at 161 East Chicago Street in Downtown Elgin, just minutes from the Grand Victoria river boat casino.
We specialize in martini cocktails and proudly serve the finest wines and spirits.
Stop in for your choice of martini and experience our comfortable, sophisticated lounge atmosphere.
Our establishment is the perfect spot to enjoy a drink after work or spend the evening with your friends.
Hurricane entertainment offers exciting events that allow you to get out, meet up with friends, and make new ones.
Come, have fun and relax with your favorite martini at the swankiest bar in Elgin!
The Martini
The true origin of the martini is draped in mystery! There are differing arguments as to who was the first to create the Martini. Many who claim or have been purported to have created the first Martini have varying recipes and names; none of which exactly fit the Martini recipe that exists today. While opinions differ, the modern day Dry Martini consists of Gin and a varying amount of dry white Vermouth (season to taste). An olive, a twist, or a cocktail onion are all acceptable as a garnish.
The most detailed historical claim begins with a cocktail named the Martinez which was created around 1862. This particular drink of the time called for 4 parts red, sweet Vermouth to 1 part Gin, garnished with a cherry. The first version included aromatic bitters and Old Tom Gin, which was very sweet and incorporated a strong Juniper flavor. The transformation into what is considered a modern Martini happened gradually. First the Old Tom Gin was replaced with London Dry. Orange Bitters took the place of the aromatic bitters. Afficianados began to replace the red Vermouth with a white, dry Vermouth. The proportions of the drink eventually became equal parts and soon the Dry Martini appeared, olive included.
