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Whiskey & History: Drinking History of DC

Fri, Dec 4 · 7:00 PM Hard Rock Cafe · Downtown DC

Raise a glass to the Whiskey & History: Drinking History of DC and uncover the taverns, cocktails, scandals, celebrations, and larger-than-life characters that shaped the nation’s capital. In honor of Repeal Day , travel back to the Prohibition era and discover how Washington navigated the rise of dry laws, secret drinking culture, and the return of legal libations—all through lively storytelling, curated pairings, and plenty of history. Ticket Includes 🍽️ Three-Course Dinner inspired by DC’s historic drinking culture and Repeal Day 🥃 Guided Tasting Experience featuring carefully selecte…

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