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Build the Perfect Bonfire with the Best Gear for the Great Outdoors
Lifestyle
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
Lifestyle
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.

By Cool Material
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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
Entertainment
LEGO Captain America’s Shield

It's safe to say that Captain America has outgrown the pages of his comic book and become a beloved pop culture character. Now you have the chance to recreate his iconic shield thanks to this incredible LEGO set. Its faithful design captures the essence of the original shield, complete with…

By John A. Paradiso
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Laphroaig’s Latest Càirdeas Release Will Make You Want To Join the Friends of Laphroaig

Welcome to Add to Bar Cart, where Cool Material’s writers and editors recommend the spirits that they’re enjoying most right now. In the world of whiskey (and whisky), special releases are relatively common. They’re often expensive, usually hard to get your hands on, and, when all is said and done,…

By Nickolaus Hines
Laphroaig’s Latest Càirdeas Release Will Make You Want To Join the Friends of Laphroaig
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The Best Electric Grills That Cook As Good As Gas and Charcoal

Electric grills have come a long way in terms of performance and flavor they can deliver. With options like the Weber Q 1400, Char-Broil TRU-Infrared Patio Bistro, and the Power XL Smokeless Grill, you can still achieve that delicious smoky taste without the hassle of charcoal or gas, and just…

By Cool Material
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The Most Affordable Sports Cars You Can Buy

Sports cars are usually associated with high price tags, but in fact, there are a plethora of affordable options out there. The best part is that some of the most famous sports cars--think the Ford Mustang and Chevy Camaro--are actually more affordable than many everyday SUVs and trucks. You can…

By Cool Material
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Why Hydrogen-Powered Vehicles Should’ve Been Chosen over EVs

Electric vehicles seem to be everywhere you look these days. In the first half of 2022 in the United States, electric vehicle sales hit a high of 4.6 percent of total vehicle sales, and the year overall saw a 65 percent jump in sales. There are EVs in virtually every…

By Amos Kwon
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