Local entrepreneur Harrison Baer has always been a big fan of surprise.
“Growing up, whenever someone asked me what I want to eat or drink, I’d always say ‘Surprise me,’” he said. “And I was always more satisfied with whatever I got than if I’d already predetermined what I wanted. I’ve always wanted to try new things, expand my horizons. Then one day I realized maybe I’m not the only person who thinks that way.”
His business, Mystery Machine, has placed several vending machines all around the Cincinnati area. Guests who step up to the machine might be a little confused at first glance: There are no specific choices, and you won’t know what kind of soda you’ll get until it pops out…