The La Paloma cocktail is a Mexican cocktail for anyone who likes tequila. It’s an awesome alternative to a margarita that’s sure to be a hit with most cocktail lovers. Watch the video and give it a try.
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The $6 Versus the $208 cocktails
The guys from BuzzFeed have once again done the “hard work” testing out cocktails, so we won’t have to. This time they decide whether the $208 cocktail tastes any better than the good ole’ $6 cocktail. Is it really worth it?
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Rose Cocktails Four Ways
Rose’ has become one of the most popular wines in the world, particularly for its beautiful, trendy hue. Rose’ is a wine that incorporates some of the colour from the grapes into the wine but not as much as red wine.
Here are 4 easy and delicious Rose’ cocktails, perfect for any party or to enjoy by yourself.
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Australian Men Urged to Stop Drinking to Support Pregnant Partners
Remember alcohol consumption during pregnancy is not safe. In fact now Australian men are being urged to forgo alcohol while their partners are pregnant to show their support.
Australian women have been warned that there is no safe amount of alcohol consumption that can prevent foetal alcohol spectrum disorder, so it’s best to forgo alcohol completely when pregnant.
On Friday was International FASD Awareness Day and to show their support, men are being urged to give up alcohol to support mums-to-be.
Some alarming figures revealed that one in four Australian women drank alcohol while pregnant despite the warnings.
If men join in with the abstinence, maybe their partners will be more willing to abstain.
Read more at https://thewest.com.au/news/wa/aussie-men-urged-to-forgo-alcohol-to-support-pregnant-spouse-ng-b88594259z
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Claims Alcohol Warning System Inadequate
Do you think the warning labels on alcohol bottles are an effective deterrent to young people? Do you even notice these labels?
Well some arguments have been raised about whether the warning labels are effective at all following a study by researchers at Victoria’s Deakin University.
A recent article on Smh.com.au discussed the call for changes to alcohol warning systems which findings suggest are currently inadequate.
According to the Australian study headed by Deakin University’s Professor Peter Miller, warnings on alcoholic drinks do little to alter the behaviour of young drinkers.
While this is something we may all have assumed in the past, the study proves what some have long thought to be true.
The findings reveal that the current, optional warning system, overseen by DrinkWise, the industry-funded body was not effective. Professor Miller highlighted that this should not be something overseen by the alcohol industry itself but the government, whose responsibility it is to ensure the rights of the public.
Professor Miller explained,
“We need to be sure, as consumers, that our government are the people that are looking after our rights. We can’t trust the alcohol industry to supply us with information about alcohol. It’s as idiotic as doing it with tobacco,”
Geoff Munro, from the Alcohol and Drug Foundation called for action, saying that something needs to be done to address the societal harm linked to alcohol such as assaults, family violence and drink driving.
“Alcohol is a major health problem for Australian society. It does enormous damage,” he said. “It is responsible for 5,500 deaths each year and alcohol puts 170,000 Australians into hospital each year for either acute or chronic problems.
The study involved 40 Deakin University students aged between 18 and 25. Researchers showed them images of the warnings and the alcohol labelling with the warnings present. The students themselves labelled the warnings as “ineffective” and even questioned whether DrinkWise was decreasing the visibility of the labels on purpose.
For more visit http://www.smh.com.au/national/health/study-sparks-call-to-change-alcohol-warning-system-20170903-gy9wx6.html
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Cocktails Good Enough to Eat
If you’re hosting a brunch or want to add a whimsical touch to a party, these candy-inspired cocktails are a great idea, the adult’s version of candy at a party.
Watch the video to learn how they’re made but be warned just because they taste like candy, doesn’t mean they don’t pack a punch, so pace yourself.
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The Average Australian Drinks Five Beers a Week
According to a recent post on Finder.com.au, which analysed data from the ABS, released at the start of the month, alcohol consumption is up for the first time in nine years among Australians.
The average person over the age of 15 is drinking 9.7 litres of pure alcohol as of 2016. This equates to 5 beers, a bottle wine, 3 mixed drinks and half a cider a week, per person.
Finder.com.au went on to attribute this rise in drinking to our “unaffordable housing market”. A money expert from the site, Bessie Hassan explained that as property prices rise, home ownership becomes increasingly more out of reach for some Australians. They are now turning to smaller lifestyle luxuries like traveling, experiences and nights out drinking.
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Why You Should Drink Whiskey on the Rocks
If you’re one of those people who think ice ruins a drink or that whiskey is best consumed neat, you may be surprised to learn that scientists think differently.
According to a study published in the journal Scientific Reports, ice can make your drink taste better.
The report says the key flavour ingredient in whiskey (guaiacol) actually responds better to water in the right dosage.
The taste of guaiacol is actually heightened by a tiny amount of water in the glass.
Find out more https://www.menshealth.com.au/article/style/why-drink-whiskey-on-the-rocks
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Ice Cream Cocktails
If you love cocktails and dessert, then you like me often can’t decide which one is best to cap off a great meal. If you don’t want to choose, here’s the perfect alternative, combining the 2. These ice cream cocktails count as a night cap and a dessert. Which one is your favourite?
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Can Drinking Help You Live Longer and Avoid Dementia
According to a study by the University of California spanning 30 years people over the age of 65 that drink up to 3 alcoholic drinks daily can live longer and avoid dementia.
Researchers claim that moderate to heavy drinkers are more likely to live to the age of 85 without dementia or other cognitive impairments than non-drinkers.
This study comes after news that Queen Elizabeth II drink four alcoholic beverages a day.
Researchers were careful to warn drinkers that excessive alcohol intake can actually cause alcohol-related dementia.