International Swizzle Stick Collectors Association – Who Knew?
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, the Internet is a godsend for finding people with niche interests! A former Montrealer – Ray Hoare - commented earlier today on something I’d posted a while back (The Bellevue Casino On A Swizzle Stick) and since many of you are in love with everything vintage I thought I’d draw your attention to what he had to say:
If I may add to all of the above… My name is Ray Hoare (formerly from Montreal, now of Vancouver) and I am the co-founder of International Swizzle Stick Collectors Association. We have been in operation since 1985, and have 80+ members and have a biennual convention in Las Vegas every odd numbered year. My own collection is in excess of 52,000 swizzle sticks – all of an advertising nature, and obviously I am always looking” to add..
We’d also like to chat with any other collectors as potential members of our collectors club.. Hope to hear …
Regards,
Ray P. Hoare Co-Founder
International Swizzle Stick Collectors Association.
e-mail veray.issca at shaw.ca





















I bet that’s a fun convention.
Wow! What an interesting association. Who would have thought such a thing existed? Fascinating.
i have about 75 sticks from the 30′s to 60′s i think.
most are hotel and restaurant.
e-mail if interested.
I have over 100 1940/50 swizzles from Boston and New York, hotels like the Statler, Touraine and the Manger and rest. like Jimmys Harborside etc. they need a home. Never thought they were worth much until I googled swizzles. Do not want to do Ebay so if someone has interest in making an offer…….?
I have about 60 sticks, mostly from MA and NH Seafood Restaurants. Will send COD to anyone who wants them. E-mail directly to me.
Note from Evelyn: That’s very kind of you. I’m sure someone will see your comment and it’s great to think that they’ll find a good home!