Video - Cleopatra's Pricey Cocktail

Did you know that Cleopatra, the iconic Queen of Egypt, once dissolved a priceless pearl in vinegar and drank it? Yep, she did it to win a bet! Cleopatra wagered with her lover, Mark Antony, that she could host the most expensive dinner ever. Antony thought it was impossible, but Cleopatra had a trick up her sleeve—or should we say, in her jewelry box. She took one of the largest pearls in the world, dropped it into a goblet of vinegar, and watched as it dissolved. Then she drank the concoction, winning the bet and proving her point. So, next time you think your dinner bill is high, just remember Cleopatra's pricey cocktail! Would you ever go that far to win a bet? Let us know in the comments!