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Tips for Passing the Sommelier Certification
Whenever I head out for dinner to a really high-end restaurant, I always fancy the sommeliers that would serve me. They're much more experienced and knowledgeable in wine than anyone I've ever come across. Even the way they served caught my attention because it's so distinct and in the most precise manner. I once went to River Palm Terrance in Edgewater, New Jersey, and the steakhouse is pretty high-end. While the sommelier was serving us wine, he looked at my glass, noticed the smallest speck (I didn't even notice it), and said, "I don't like this glass. I'm going to fetch you a much better one." He returned with the cleanest wine glass I've ever seen and served me my wine.
By Jacqueline Hanikeh8 years ago in Proof
I Tried Thrive+ After a Night of Drinking, and Here's What Happened
It all started on my 30th birthday weekend. They say that people start to slow down with their drinking in their early thirties, and this was absolutely true for me. Right as I turned 30 years of age, for the first time in my life, I suffered from an absolutely vicious, massive, two-day long hangover.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Proof
The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Drinking Wine
Wine is not just a drink—it's a culture. Among Millennials, wine currently rests as the most popular alcoholic beverage out there. It's elegant, ritzy, and at the same time, still will get you blitzed. Wine drinking has become a major hobby and knowing how to navigate the wine scene is crucial if you want to avoid making an ass out of your self.
By Sasha Konikovo8 years ago in Proof
The Ultimate Guide to Buying Champagne Glasses and Toasting Flutes
So you're wondering: Which champagne glass is right for me? While it can be somewhat overwhelming at first, the world of champagne flutes is not as confusing as you might think. To make things simple, we have broken down the styles into six sections: flutes, tulips, coupes, stemless, trumpets, and white wine toasting flutes.
By Kelsey Lange8 years ago in Proof
Correct Wine Types and Pairing with Foods
Q. Did you read one of my articles about red wine? If you have not read this article, do so soon and discover the health benefits of drinking just one six-ounce glass of red wine per day. If you buy red or white wine, you need to store the bottles correctly and at the right temperature.
By Carolann Sherwood8 years ago in Proof
How To Make Homemade Ginger Beer
I'm personally not the biggest fan of beer because I don't like the taste, smell, or anything else about the beverage. However, I recently tried homemade ginger beer that my friend Rachel whipped up and it was shockingly amazing. Even though it's called ginger "beer," it's actually usually non-alcoholic. It's almost more like kombucha because of the fermentation process—in fact, if you're already familiar with how to make kombucha, the process is pretty similar. Ginger beer also contains vitamins and probiotics and is a healthier substitute to the majority of carbonated drinks. The taste was so delicious overall that I just had to make a couple on my own. It's definitely a tastier alternative to beer for people who don't like beer.
By Jennifer Violet8 years ago in Proof
Unique Cocktails You Can Make With This Deluxe Mixology Kit
There's something to be said about the elegance and decadence that comes with serving up a deluxe, artisan-style cocktail. It's a work of art that you can make with your own hands, and also enjoy in both flavor and aroma. Even visually, a craft cocktail proves itself to be a great thing to behold.
By Sasha Konikovo8 years ago in Proof
Alcohol Dependence, Are You at Risk?. Top Story - April 2018.
Take this simple test to determine if you are at risk for alcohol addiction. If you can claim two or more of these warning signs of alcohol you may be at risk and need to speak to your primary doctor who can help to assess and provide treatment options for problem drinking.
By Carolann Sherwood8 years ago in Proof
How to Make Your Own IPA Beer
"Beer is proof God loves us and wants us to be happy," may be a Benjamin Franklin myth, a fabrication of what the Founding Father really said, but none can argue the truth behind the statement. Since its inception, beer has become a mainstay in human culture. If you have any desire to become a person of many talents, I can think of few cooler than adding the title of brewmaster to your list of accomplishments.
By Jesse Kinney8 years ago in Proof
How to Keep Wine Fresh After Opening
We tend to think that we'll be able to completely finish a bottle of wine the second we open it. Then when our faces are flushed, our eyes can barely open, and we can't get rid of that goofy grin on our faces about halfway through, it's clear that we got ahead of ourselves. I've done this too many times and I know I will continue to do this.
By Jacqueline Hanikeh8 years ago in Proof
