Roulette has long captivated players. With its straightforward rules and unpredictable element of chance, roulette remains a favorite casino game among beginners as well as experienced gamers alike.
While all variations of roulette share similar gameplay, their designs differ in terms of wheel layout and betting options, as well as payouts and odds offered.
American Roulette
While roulette may appear to be an effortless game of chance, its variety can actually vary significantly by region and casino. American Roulette is a widely played variant both online and at physical casinos worldwide; similar to European Roulette in that it features two zero pockets on its wheel but provides additional betting options such as La Partage and En Prison.
Players wager their chips on the roulette table by placing them on various spaces on either the outside or inside of the betting area. Outside bets tend to win more often and offer lower rewards while inside bets require greater skill to succeed and can yield bigger rewards.
Players may employ any number of strategies when it comes to roulette, but regardless of which they select it is important for them to remember that this is a game of chance and only play within their bankroll and risk tolerance levels.
French Roulette
Roulette can be enjoyed in its various variations, each offering exciting possibilities to keep it an eternal classic in gambling.
French Roulette differs slightly from its European counterpart in that it features one zero pocket on the wheel, as well as two additional rules known as En Prison and La Partage that enable players to recover even-money bets if the ball lands on zero, significantly decreasing house edge in this variant of roulette.
One difference lies in the availability of specialty bets that add an extra strategic element to roulette games, called call bets. These bets, known as voisins du zero, orphelins and Tiers du Cylindre for French roulette are three popular call bets. Yet all roulette variants share common characteristics despite these variations.
Bloody Mary
The Bloody Mary is one of the world’s most iconic drinks and an absolute brunch essential. Celebrating 100 years in existence, there is much discussion and dispute regarding its creation – some sources regard certain legends as legitimate while others dispute them outright – yet no matter its source it remains an unforgettable treat!
To create the classic Bloody Mary, combine all ingredients except for vodka in a tall glass and shake vigorously, pour into a second glass and garnish as desired.
This name alludes to Queen Mary Tudor and her bloody reign over Protestants in England, with tomato juice meant to symbolize her blood and fiery vodka representing her wicked ways. Additionally, this may also allude to real-life witches Mary Worth and Elizabeth Bathory who murdered hundreds of girls and women for bathing themselves in their blood baths.
Margarita
Margaritas are among the most beloved cocktails. Since Prohibition, their popularity has only continued to increase. But when making this classic sweet-and-salty beverage, there are some key rules you should always abide by for best results.
Traditional Margaritas typically consist of three ingredients: tequila, triple sec orange liqueur and lime juice. They’re often garnished with a rim of salt for aesthetic effect and served over ice in a glass with an ice cube tray; or blended and frozen as Frozen Margaritas (see recipe above).
There are various theories regarding the creation of the Margarita. One story holds that Francisco “Pancho” Morales invented it at Tommy’s Place in Juarez, Mexico during 1942 after an elderly customer requested a Magnolia; when Pancho couldn’t remember its recipe he added some tequila instead and named the drink after her. Another theory attributes Dallas socialite Margaret Sames from creating it at a 1948 holiday party.