Speakeasy

Speakeasies were secret bars that thrived during the Prohibition period within the United States, which lasted from 1920 to 1933. These clandestine establishments had been characterized by their hidden entrances and a relaxed angle in the direction of the strict consuming legal guidelines of the time.

History of Speakeasies
The term "speakeasy" is believed to have originated from patrons speaking quietly or "easily" to avoid drawing consideration to those illegal joints. They typically required a password for entry, adding to their attract and exclusivity.

Atmosphere and Culture
Speakeasies weren't nearly drinks