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Build the Perfect Bonfire with the Best Gear for the Great Outdoors
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Build the Perfect Bonfire with the Best Gear for the Great Outdoors
By Beau Hayhoe
Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide

Our favorite places to stay, eat, drink, explore, and linger in one of Mexico's most captivating beach towns.

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How to Serve Great Cocktails Without Missing Your Own Party

World-class spirits, classic cocktails, and no time spent shaking and stirring.

By Cool Material
A Haunted Road Trip: Ghosts, Cocktails, and a Very Creepy Hospital A Haunted Road Trip: Ghosts, Cocktails, and a Very Creepy Hospital
Lifestyle
A Haunted Road Trip: Ghosts, Cocktails, and a Very Creepy Hospital

From dilapidated hospitals to disapproving librarians in a bar, I took a haunted Eastern Washington road trip.

By Brandon Withrow
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5 Caribbean Rums To Bring a Taste of the Islands To Your Bar Cart

The right Caribbean rum is often the perfect answer for anyone pining for a tropical escape any time of year. And you don't always have to jump on the next flight to an island to find it and enjoy a cocktail or nice neat pour of a quality spirit (though…

By Kaitlyn Rosati
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The Dude’s ‘Big Lebowski’ Bathrobe Is Up For Auction

Dude, mark your calendars! In celebration of The Big Lebowski's 25th anniversary, Julian's Auctions and Turner Classic Movies are unloading over 250 items from the iconic film's set. From Jeff Bridges' laid-back T-shirt and signature bathrobe to his Dude-worthy sunglasses, you can finally channel your inner "Dude" without breaking a…

By John A. Paradiso
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10 Stouts To Prepare For The Cold Days To Come

Whether you want to hear it or not, winter is on the way. And while we still enjoy lighter beers like IPAs, pilsners, and wheat beers from time to time, winter is the season of darker, maltier beers. Specifically, stouts. Dark (and sometimes pitch black) in appearance and loaded with…

By Christopher Osburn
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Jurassic World Dinosaur Fossils: T. rex Skull LEGO Set

Unleash your inner archaeologist with the Jurassic World Dinosaur Fossils: T. rex Skull LEGO set. Skip the museum trip and bring the awe-inspiring world of dinosaurs right into your living room. This 577-piece set lets you construct a detailed T. rex skull with menacing teeth, complete with an opening jaw…

By John A. Paradiso
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The 6 Best Cocktail Smokers For Bar Quality Drinks at Home

Smoking cocktails adds an intriguing and captivating element to drinks, making it a cool and visually stimulating experience for both bartenders and patrons. The swirling tendrils of smoke that envelop the glass create an aura of mystique and sophistication, drawing people into a sensory journey. The aromatic infusion of smoky…

By Cool Material
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