Tag: wine

  • Psychologist Reveals What Your Drink on Your First Date Says

    Do you remember what you ordered on your first dates? Is there a go-to drink you keep ordering on a date, a pyschologist and dating expert Amelie Guerard reveals what your first date drink says about you.

    Beer

    A solid and popular choice, it usually means you’re pretty chilled.

    Generally this indicates you aren’t putting any pressure on this date and don’t have high expectations.

    Wine

    A common first date drink that signifies sophistication.

    The doctor says the person who orders this likes knowing everyone’s business and tells it like it is.

    They probably don’t like being alone and love being complimented.

    If you date orders wine be cautious of what you do and say.

    Rum drink

    If you order a rum based drink, you are probably a mysterious and captivating person.

    You enjoy being the life of the party and having fun.

    Usually your date could turn into a full on adventure, Dr. Guerard says.

    Prosecco

    People who order bubbly drinks are usually shy. An interesting person with a composed exterior.

    These people are usually classy but not shallow and you would probably have to initiative the conversation with this person.

    See more https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/food/drink/psychologist-reveals-what-your-drink-says-on-the-first-date/news-story/4a5ec096f67e94176b1e2125d282d89c

  • What to Drink if You Can’t Drink Alcohol

    According to a DrinkWise study, the number of people in Australia choosing to abstain from alcohol for various reasons is increasing.

    In 2017, the study found that 20 per cent of Australians abstained from alcohol – this was a 9 per cent increase from the previous decade.

    But if you’re thinking of cutting back on the alcohol or abstaining completely, the question of whether there are good non-alcohol options arises and according to an article on SBS.com.au there are.

    The post on SBS.com.au provides some good non-alcoholic options for beer, wine and other drinks.

    Find out  more at: https://www.sbs.com.au/food/article/2018/08/15/what-drink-if-you-cant-or-dont-want-drink-alcohol

  • Wines That Beer-lovers will Appreciate

    If you’re a beer lover trying to break into the world of wine, it can be a challenge. With so many varieties, makes and price ranges it can be daunting trying to find the right one for you.

    A post on BusinessInsider.com.au provided some wine options for people who love their beer.

    • If you like wheat beer try Vermentino for a similar crisp, fine textured taste.
    • Pilsner lovers will enjoy Pinot Grigio because its crispy, floral and similarly bitter.
    • If Amber ales are your preferred wine, try a rose which is equally full bodied and fruity.
    • Is Golden Ale your tipple of choice? – opt for Chardonnay.

    Find out more at: https://www.businessinsider.com.au/beer-wine-alternatives-2018-8

  • How Weight Watchers Can Still Enjoy Alcohol

    If you’re watching your weight, especially if you’re on the popular Weight Watchers programme, you’ve probably contemplated whether all your hard work will be outdone by a few alcoholic drinks.

    According to Weight Watchers, the occasional drink is permitted in moderation.

    On the programme light beer and wine are good choices if you really must drink because they are available almost everywhere and are low in “smartpoints”.

    You can also make your own cocktails using diet friendly ingredients.

    Everything is allowed in moderation, so a tiny splash of juice with a flavoured liquors could make a delicious, original cocktail without adding on too many calories.

    A good tip though is to avoid the urge to nibble on high calorie and high carb snacks while drinking.

    Read more at https://www.thisisinsider.com/what-liquor-beer-order-weight-watchers-2018-7

  • Study Suggests A Glass of Wine a Day Could Prevent Alzheimers

    Recent research has revealed that a good night’s rest, exercise and 25ml of wine a day can lower your Alzheimer’s risk.

    According to Dr Ian Harrison from University College London, Alzheimers is caused by failure of the brain’s self-cleaning system (glymphatic system) which allows a toxic build-up of proteins to develop on the brain, killing neurons.

    Studies of mice showed that the glymphatic system is up to 60 per cent more active during sleep and results were similar when it came to exercise.

    Researchers also found that low-levels of alcohol had a similar effect and increased glymphatic function by up to 40 per cent.

    However researchers found that high levels of alcohol had the opposite effect and hindered the brain’s ability to clean itself.

    Ultimately researchers determined that sleep, exercise and only 25ml of wine a day are beneficial in preventing Alzheimers.

    Source: https://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/health/health-news/a-glass-of-wine-every-day-can-prevent-alzheimers-study-suggests/news-story/12b51810ba458edf763296461903b73a

  • How to Drink Cheap Wine Really Well

    An article on Esquire.com suggested ways to help enjoy a cheap wine, really well despite the affordable price tag.

    One piece of advice is to choose wine from the regions that produce the best quality wine for the lowest price, such as Portugal and the South of France.

    Another important tip is to treat your cheap wine, like an expensive one – decant it to aerate the wine and keep it in a wine cooler to ensure you get it to the right, cellar temperature before popping the cork.

    Find out more https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/g19739889/how-to-make-cheap-red-wine-taste-more-expensive/

  • 2017 Alcohol Consumption Decline Reverses

    According to data released by the IWSR, total alcohol consumption around the globe has increased in 2017 compared to 2016.

    The slight increase of 0.01 per cent follows a decline of -1.25 per cent in 2016, so any growth is positive for the industry.

    The largest increase in global volume consumption was attributed to wine followed by cider while spirits, beer and mixed drinks consumption declined.

    The fastest growing regions for spirits according to the date are Asia Pacific and the Americas. The increase in Baijiu consumption in China is one of the main contributors to this growth, with whisky also proving popular in the region.

    For more information visit: https://www.theshout.com.au/news/global-alcohol-consumption-reverses-decline-in-2017/

  • Researchers From University of Texas Say Drinkers Live Longer than Non-drinkers

    A study by researchers at the University of Texas found that drinking alcohol may actually prolong your life but the key is drinking in moderation.

    We’ve heard time and time again that excessive alcohol consumption is bad for your health but psychologist Charles Holahan, who led the study, found mortality rates were highest in people who had never had a sip of alcohol.

    Mortality rates were slightly lower for heavy drinkers and lowest for moderate drinkers.

    From the 1824 participants in the study, 41 per cent of moderate drinkers died early in comparison to 69 per cent of non-drinkers who died prematurely.

    It is important to note that drinking responsibly and in moderation is the key because excessive alcohol consumption can cause cancer, stroke, heart disease, liver and brain damage.  Find out more http://www.heraldsun.com.au/lifestyle/health/study-finds-those-who-drink-live-longer-than-those-who-dont/news-story/fdd9221a3ed4ba235ed1e95618ddd6a4

  • 220 Year Old Yeast Used to Create Shipwreck Beer

    A shipwrecked brew made with yeast from a 1796 merchant ship has finally reached its destination, more than 200 years later.

    The brew which was contained on a ship in 1796 left Calcutta, India for Sydney with rum, wine and beer, more than 30,000 litres of it.

    The ship ran aground in 1797 just north-east of Tasmania and was only discovered in 1977, covered in sand.

    In the 90s the wreck was salvaged including some of its beer which has been on display at a museum ever since.

    David Thurrowgood, a chemist-turned-conservator at QVMAG, realised he could use the live yeast from the 200+ year old beer to make new beer.

    After opening the beer and finding that the yeast was still active, they decided to make their own beer and much to their amazement the end result was a success.

    Find out more https://www.broadsheet.com.au/melbourne/food-and-drink/article/drink-beer-two-centuries-making

  • Three Minutes to A Chilled Bottle of Wine

    So you forgot about those guests that you invited over for dinner and are now knocking at your door? Don’t panic it is possible to serve them a chilled glass of wine.

    In fact did you know that it’s possible to chill a bottle of wine in just 3 minutes?

    According to wine expert and master sommelier Brian McClintic, the trick is an ice bath filled with plenty of salt.

    Ensure that the entire bottle is emerged in the ice, with a liberal amount of salt sprinkled in.

    The trick you ask? Well the salt reduces the freezing point of water, meaning the liquid becomes ice cold without solidifying.

    For more visit http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/food/drink/how-to-get-a-chilled-bottle-of-wine-in-just-three-minutes/news-story/d14feb1b046da3348e46aa741d78dc6a