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What Causes Hangovers?
If you've ever had a crazy night of drinking while in college, then you already know the horrors of waking up with a bad hangover. You also may know the shock of waking up next to your best friend in the middle of a fairy ring of beer bottles, chocolate bar wrappers, and vomit. And, you may also know what it feels like to realize you're walking around campus with a less-than-appealing temporary tattoo drawn on your forehead with a Sharpie.
By Skunk Uzeki9 years ago in Proof
Best California Wineries
If you're serious about wine drinking, you know that California is the heart of wine-making country, and home to some of the best quality grapes in the world. We've put together a list of some of the best wineries in California, including the best winemakers, and the best wineries to visit and explore. If you're interested in a trip that allows you to explore beautiful vineyards, taste a wonderful variety of wines, and the chance to educate yourself on the drink you love, California is the perfect place to visit. Check out this list of California's best wineries to visit for an experience that goes beyond the wine.
By Annie Kiely9 years ago in Proof
Celebrity Owned Liquor Brands
Whether a celebrity endorses a liquor brand, finances its production, or gets on his hands and knees to help brew it, liquor and celebrities go hand in hand, almost since the beginning of alcoholic culture.
By Miranda O'Conner9 years ago in Proof
Favorite Drinks Of Presidents, Ranked
If there's one thing that the White House knows how to do, it's enjoy a great meal. And, what's a great meal without an equally amazing drink to follow? Ever since George Washington was elected president, our nation's leaders always seemed to enjoy a good drink - even when Prohibition was a thing.
By Skunk Uzeki9 years ago in Proof
Alcohol Delivery Services in Your Neighborhood
Whether we want to admit it or not, we've all had moments where we wanted to have a drink, but didn't want to make the hike to a bar or a liquor store. Sometimes, it's a phenomenon that happens while we're wasted or as we're about to throw a party. Whatever the reason is, most of us out there have wished that there was a magical way to get booze without having to leave the house.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart9 years ago in Proof
Best Business Bars in NYC
Without a doubt, New York City is a businessman's dream come true. The world's best talent come here for work, the biggest companies network here, and corporate-friendly bars can be found on every corner. If you love to network with the world's elites, no city can ever beat New York.
By Frank White9 years ago in Proof
Insane Geeky Drinking Games (That Will Wreck You)
Drinking games are often acknowledged as something of a dangerous pastime, as many of them can absolutely wreck you. You may wake up hung-over and bleary eyed. You will be unable to remember your own name as you slaughter countless brain cells for fun.
By Miranda O'Conner9 years ago in Proof
11 Spicy Alcoholic Drinks to Set Your Mouth on Fire
Alcoholic drinks are the ideal way to turn a dull evening into something exciting–and, so, if one wishes to spice up their life with a drink, why not make it a spicy alcoholic drink? Whether it's a cocktail or a store-bought bottle, there are numerous beverages infused with spice with which you can make a great night all the more perfect, or simply heat yourself up after a chilly evening outside.
By Anthony Gramuglia9 years ago in Proof
Street Urchins:
Papi lunged for the nape of Baby's neck. Thought he had, anyway. She moved fast. Lighting fast. A simile. Yes, he thought, I still have it. A bad simile, sure, since lightning is quick and unpredictable while he intended his grasp to be targeted and pivotal and game-changing, but he had remembered what it was to compare an unlike thing to a like thing. A simile.
By KT P9 years ago in Proof
How To Sneak Booze Into Any Place, Any Time
If you’ve ever wanted to know how to sneak booze into… well virtually anywhere… you’re in the right place. We’ve been in your situation countless times. Maybe it’s your school prom next week, possible boring as hell work lunch or even your kids school assembly. We’re not trying to make you bad people, we’re just simply offering up helpful suggestions to get you there. So, if you need help on how to sneak booze into that football match or music concert you’ve got coming over the next week, you better stay tuned!
By Aaliyah Williams9 years ago in Proof
Questionable Drinks to Have on a First Date
First impressions are a big deal, and the fact is that they can make or break our ability to find the right person for us. That first date, we're looking at every little detail to see if there are red flags present that could suggest they're unstable, abusive, or taken.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart9 years ago in Proof
Best Breakfast Beers From Around the World
Believe it or not, having a beer with breakfast is an age-old tradition. As far back as the 17th century monks at the Paulaner monastic brewery in Munich sipped on a dopplebocks in the early morning and Shakespeare was known to enjoy a morning brew. English brewers created the oatmeal stout in the 1800s as a nutritious addition to a hearty breakfast. Today a coffee is a more acceptable choice, but the beery tradition is still alive across the world.
By Hannah Louise Grugel9 years ago in Proof