Today, St. Patrick’s Day is a mixture of non-religious celebrations of Irish culture, folklore and superstition. You’re meant to wear green, the national color of Ireland. Oh yeah, and let’s not forget drinking… lots and lots of drinking.

The Irish have given us beer, shamrocks and leprechauns, right? In reality, the Irish have given the world numerous important inventions (with beer perhaps being one of the more fun ones!) Discover other unique inventions that have come out of Ireland, from beverages to bombs and beyond.