At
this link, you can find the explanation for The Popsicle, Velcro, Post-Its, Scotchgard, Safety Glass, Cellophane, Vulcanized Rubber, X-Rays, and Penicillin.
This link for Quinine, Smallpox vaccination, X-Rays (again), Allergy, Insulin, Pap Smear, and Penicillin again.
Viagra, LSD, Artificial Sweetners, Microwave ovens, Brandy, Silly Putty, and Potato chips were discussed
here.
Liquid Paper was covered
here.
Soda Water
here.
There are several more links to be found
here.
Didn't find anything on Vodka, but admittedly, I didn't search too hard.