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Bourbon in moderation has amazing health benefits
If you are prone to alcoholism the information you are about to read will not benefit you and may cause more harm than good. This article is not to encourage the drinking of alcoholic beverages and neither is it a guarantee to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure any health-related issues. This article is only to provide facts from the medical community that when properly applied might help some individuals live a longer healthier life. Please consult your health care professional as alcohol does not mix well with many medications.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Proof
Not My Usual. Top Story - January 2021.
I like vodka. At least, that's what I always told people. What I really like is Smirnoff Ice -- the vodka coolers. I also like vodka when it's in mixed drinks, not just straight vodka. After the recent experience I had, I don't know if I'll be having vodka in any form for awhile.
By Katie Dawn5 years ago in Proof
"One Beer"
25DEC2020; 2110, FRI As I sit in my living room sipping sparkling cider, counting my blessings with a "disinformation-friendly outlet" (OANN) playing in the background, I can't help but reminisce on the "drunk nights [that] get remembered more than the sober ones"- Common's intro, and eponymous track off his 6th album, "Be" (24MAY2005). I figure that it's been a New York minute since my last list and I've yet to do a post for the "Proof" community, why not kill two birds with one stone?
By Nefarious Darrius5 years ago in Proof
Holiday Drinks (& Cocktails) to keep you Festive
While some of us may not be with the ones you love in-person this season, you might as well spoil yourself in the meantime. You can still party with your friends and family online and make the most of your indoor activities.
By Gilbert Mendoza5 years ago in Proof
5 Things You May Do That Secretly Piss Off Your Bartender
As a New York City based bartender with over 14 years in the industry, I’ve seen it all. Everything from an old lady dancing atop a table to 13 year olds trying to buy drinks with fake IDs. I’ve laughed on the job, cried more than once, kicked people out, been asked out, and utterly enjoyed each moment I jumped behind the bar to begin another thrilling shift.
By Laura Hopkins5 years ago in Proof
Holiday Wines
This has been a year where wine is a must have so I would like to share three of my favorite wines that can be purchased at your local wine stores or ordered online. First let's start with what type of wines I enjoy. I love a full bodied wine that is sweet and smooth. I am also a fan of sparkling wines once again if it is sweet to the taste. So the first wine on my list for 2020 favorites is the Caposaldo sparkling peach, this wine is produced in Italy where the grapes used are grown on the cool hilltops of northern Italy’s Lombardy region. You can drink this for a special occasion of any kind and would pair perfectly at bridle showers, weddings, birthday parties and dessert tastings. It is super versatile in a celebratory setting and its priced very well under $15.00 USD a bottle. I love the pop cork that does not require a wine cork opener and the exciting pop you get as you lightly twist the cork. I'm quite sure if you shake it up you will get a surprise burst of wine from the bottle so be careful or shake up and celebrate. I really loved how the peach flavor is strong and the aroma lingers on the cork. With this wine you are sure to be pleased and it is packaged in a lovely clear bottle showing off it bold peach color with decorative peach colors and shimmering golds. This is a great gift wine or again perfect for celebrations.
By Rasheada S.5 years ago in Proof
The 8 Most Amazing Exotic Holiday Drinks
Have you ever wondered how bartenders come up with the most amazing, tasty drinks? How would you like to Bring a taste of the tropics to your home! These drinks are definitely great for backyard barbecues, poolside parties and any fun event.
By Silena Le Beau5 years ago in Proof
The Best Christmas Food Pairing
When I was a kid, one of my favorite parts of Christmas was the milk and cookies. Unfortunately, I never got to do the homemade sugar cookies. I never got to do the homemade dough, rolling it out, cutting them with cookie cutters, and decorating them. My mom was always too busy. So, she would pick up a bag of Mrs. Fields whenever she went to the mall. Those cookies did not last long. Come Christmas Eve, there would usually only be one cookie left for Santa and half a glass of milk. Those are fond memories of my childhood.
By Alisha Allen5 years ago in Proof
To Booze or Not To Booze
One of my biggest takeaways from having to stay home for nine months is that alcohol is wildly overrated. I've never been much of a fan to begin with, but, in your twenties and thirties, drinking just sort of comes with the territory if you want to spend time with people. You and your friends go to bars, or house parties, or boozy brunches, or painting classes that serve wine, or places where you can inexplicably throw axes and drink alcohol at the same time. You toss back some champagne at weddings and New Year's Eve parties, maybe do a shot or two to celebrate a work promotion. You meet first dates at bars because you know you'll both need to calm your nerves, and nothing fills an awkward silence like taking a sip from your glass and asking how each other's drinks are. It gets exhausting. And alcohol usually doesn't even taste that good!
By Jess Goodwin5 years ago in Proof
