Back in 1849, a quiet woman named Elizabeth Blackwell made a big noise in the world of medicine. Learn the history, then get a custom cocktail that's (sort of) good for your health.
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The Great Boston Molasses Disaster and a Sticky Situation
This week back in 1919, one of the most unlikely disasters in U.S. history took place. Learn all the sticky details, then safely sip on a custom cocktail.
‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’: New Wave’s Charity Effort
This week in 1984, 40 of the biggest pop stars in the world assembled in London to tape a charity Christmas song that became a UK record-breaker. Hear the story of their smash hit, then "raise a glass to everyone" with this liquid evidence that the world can work together in harmony.
The Origins of ‘I Love Lucy’
Back in 1951, "I Love Lucy" debuted on CBS-TV... barely. Learn the tale and get strong armed into trying a delicious rum cocktail.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and the Case of the Innocent Man
Around this time back in 1907, the greatest mystery writer ever took on a criminal case himself. Learn the history, then enjoy a curious cocktail.
Rubik’s Cube’s Puzzling Past
This month marks the 72nd birthday of the inventor of an object that infuriated millions.
How Doughnuts Got Their Holes and The Mortal Eyes
This week, back in 1847, a seafarer from Maine created one of the most popular confections in America.
5 Essential Things to Know About the Martini from Cocktail Maven Derek Brown
Derek Brown writes about drinks for outlets like the Atlantic and The Washington Post. He also runs a slew of celebrated bars, including "The Columbia Room," which GQ once said makes the best Martini in America. The D.C. Bartender-in-Chief tells us all about "the king of cocktails," and why a Martini with balanced ingredients is a better Martini.
The Naughty Scotty and How Richard Drew Helped the World Stick Together
Around this time back in 2007, a guy named Richard Drew was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Learn the sticky history and enjoy a Vermouth-based cocktail.
The Lonely Gar-Barge and The Better No Litter
Right around this time back in 1987, New Jersey became the 3rd state in the union to mandate trash recycling… and the impetus may’ve been the long and inglorious journey of the Mobro 4000 — a barge, loaded with litter, that couldn’t find a home. Hear the story, then toss back this trashy custom cocktail.