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The Taste This was one of those experiences that came to me late in life. It was the confluence of that long wait, associated experiences, and memories that made one moment in a hotel bar in Ross On Wye all the more poignant.
By Alan Russell7 years ago in Proof
Top Must-Visit Wine Regions Across Australia. Top Story - March 2019.
If the Land Down Under is the next destination on your travel list, there is no better way to spend time than visiting some of the popular wine regions Australia has to offer. If you haven’t been on a road trip for some time, this is a perfect opportunity to explore the country. Australia has been making wine since the 1820s and over the last decade, the boost of the wine industry has made it fifth largest wine producer in the world. Wine lovers all around the world are booking flights to Australia not only because it offers a great variety of wines but primarily because of their exquisite quality. Here are five top must-visit wine regions you’ve got to check out.
By Nina Simons7 years ago in Proof
Drinking and Depressing
I think that for the most part I have a pretty healthy relationship with alcohol. I grew up in a home where drinking meant a beer or two or a glass of wine here and there. My parents gave me small sips to try, and I couldn't stand the stuff.
By Ashley L. Peterson7 years ago in Proof
10 Cool Bar Items You Want in Your Next Party
A good entertainer knows how to treat their guests right, get them to unwind, and also manages to make the most of their time while hosting. They know that it's not just about making good conversation or having delicious food available.
By Skunk Uzeki7 years ago in Proof
10 Cocktails Named After Celebrities
Oscar parties are fun, but let's face it, they're common as can be. When it's awards ceremony season, that usually means people are going to throw parties so they can make bets on who wins what.
By Cato Conroy7 years ago in Proof
A Cocktail of Alcohol and Depression—What Are the Consequences?
So let's take a moment to talk about alcohol. Being smashed. Getting wellied. And what a more appropriate time to do it than when I'm still intoxicated at 8:07 AM, from the night before.
By Elle White 7 years ago in Proof
Wine and Dine
For the past couple nights, I’ve been cooking dinner (the above three are such) and it was brought my attention to the fact that I have been drinking a lot more than usual lately. Times are changing from being that young teenager I once was, and I can imagine that I am not the only person in this world going through these changes. This will apply to anyone and everyone growing up in this century.
By Kaye M.7 years ago in Proof
Best Dry Red Wines to Pair with Steak
There is arguably no better beverage to pair with your steak than a full-bodied, dry, red wine. Whether you're a fan of the classic sirloin, a hearty ribeye, or the terrifically tender texture of a filet mignon, there is no doubt that pairing a strong red wine with your favorite cut can make for a pretty exquisite meal.
By Greg Bogart7 years ago in Proof
10 Ridiculously Funny Shot Glasses
I don't typically like to brag, but I really used to be able to pound down shots in my day. I'd even chase them with a nice, frosty cold one.
By Brett Tortorello7 years ago in Proof
How to Overcome Alcoholism?
Alcoholism: Alcoholism can be referred to any condition that results in the continued consumption of alcoholic beverages, whether they be liquor, beer, malt liquor, and any other beverage that contains the slightest alcohol content.
By Daisy Rowley7 years ago in Proof
10 Cool Subscription Boxes for Drinkers
Very few things bring people together like cocktails and liquor. Drinking loosens people up, and gives people something to talk about when all other conversation fails. The best thing about drinking is that there's a million different ways to do it, and even more ways to enjoy it.
By Iggy Paulsen7 years ago in Proof
How Alcohol Can Affect Your Body
For the past six years of my life, I had a serious problem. Like many people my age, I was a functional alcoholic. I would drink anywhere from three to six beverages a day, and on the weekends? It wasn't unusual to see me guzzle bottles of wine down like it was water.
By Riley Raul Reese7 years ago in Proof