
Lectures and Libations: The Evolution of Political Polarization on College Campuses
Dive into how college campuses may be influencing political polarization in this insightful free lecture.
ft. David Wondrich, Robert Simonson
Sip and learn with cocktail legends Wondrich and Simonson at Bryant's.
Part I
About this event
Explore the fascinating history of cocktails with renowned historians David Wondrich and Robert Simonson at Bryant's Cocktail Lounge. This event is part of a series celebrating the 10th anniversary of Simonson's influential book, "A Proper Drink." With your ticket, enjoy a complimentary cocktail and the opportunity to purchase signed copies of their works.
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Bryant's, known for its classic cocktail ambiance, sets the perfect backdrop for this engaging conversation. Whether you're a cocktail enthusiast or just curious, this event promises insights into the evolution of drinks from ancient times to today's cocktail revolution. Don't miss the chance to learn from two of the most respected voices in the field.
From the organizer
In the second event of Bryant's series commemorating the 10th anniversary of A Proper Drink: The Untold Story of How a Band of Bartenders Saved the Civilized Drinking World, join cocktail historians David Wondrich and Robert Simonson for an evening of conversation about modern cocktail history, focused on Wondrich's book, The Comic Book History of the Cocktail: Five Centuries of Mixing Drinks and Carrying on. Tickets are $35 and include admission for one and one cocktail. More cocktails available for purchase. Boswell will be on hand with copies of Wondrich and Simonson's books available for purchase, and the authors will sign books. This event is sponsored by Brown-Forman, The Mix with Robert Simonson, and Bryant's Cocktail Lounge.
Getting in
Tickets available online
Registration required — must sign up
Pricing details
Tickets are $35 and include admission for one and one cocktail.