Whiskey & History: Drinking History of DC
About The Event
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 selected beverage pairings
- 📖 Live Historical Presentation exploring DC’s drinking traditions, Prohibition-era stories, legendary establishments, and colorful local characters
Perfect for history buffs, cocktail enthusiasts, and curious night owls, this one-of-a-kind experience brings DC’s drinking history to life through flavor, stories, and conversation.
Details
- Cost: $65.30
- Location: Hard Rock Cafe, 999 E St NW, Washington, DC 20004
- Metro: Metro Center Station (Red/Blue/Orange/Silver lines) via the 11th G Street Exit.
For more information and to reserve your tickets, please visit HERE.
For ADA accommodations or dietary restrictions, please email washington_dc_social@hardrock.comprior to the event so we may assist with appropriate arrangements.
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