Whiskey & History: Congressional Scandals

Washington has never lacked for political scandal, and this event pairs the subject with an equally local obsession: whiskey. On August 27 at Hard Rock Cafe, historian and author Daniel Okrent will lead a tasting and talk centered on the congressional scandals that have shaped American political history. The evening promises a look at the messier side of Capitol Hill, with whiskey woven into the stories rather than treated as a separate tasting exercise. It is a fitting combination for anyone who prefers their history with a little less ceremony and their drinks with some context. The event includes whiskey samples, making this more interactive than a standard author talk, while Okrent's focus on political characters and their misdeeds should keep the subject matter lively. Come for the scandals, stay for the whiskey, and leave with a few stories worth retelling.