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He Chose the Beer
It was 3 months into the relationship when he told me he drank a 6 pack every night after we got off the phone. I was high when he told me. So was he. We were in Seattle. It was legal. And I didn't know I'd been dating a user or else I would not have been high.
By Michele Miller8 years ago in Proof
The Grossest Vodka Infusions of All Time
In the amazing world of vodka, there are so many different types of bottles out there and only a few of them taste amazing, like Tito's Homemade vodka. Whether you're the type who takes shot after shot of just regular vodka, or you find drinking vodka a better option when it's mixed with juice or soda, there's so many ways to enjoy the booze. There are many ways to mix vodka, as well as vodka infusions that most of us are big fans of. From watermelon to apple and orange, these tasty infusions are what keep us going back to them. But then there are infusions that we never believed were actually possible.
By Jacqueline Hanikeh8 years ago in Proof
How Wine Made Me Believe in Horoscopes. Top Story - January 2018.
Two summers ago, I was in the land of Don Quijote—La Mancha, Spain; a dry, vast, anciently enchanting part of the country. One day, my fellow travel buddies and I decided to venture to a local well-known winery, known for its unique growing, cultivating, and tasting experience. Tucked away in the small town of Valdepeñas, La Bodega de Las Estrellas (The Winery of the Stars) would change my view on wine and horoscopes forever.
By Chris MacDonald8 years ago in Proof
Making Wine and Working in a Cellar
I've always had a career in a romanticized industry. Shortly after leaving film school (more on this another time), I began an arduous career in television, which, probably to no one's surprise, is exactly as shallow as you might think. After a bit of soul searching and a few long, hard looks in the mirror, I decided I needed a change. I took a seasonal job working in a cellar at a winery in California.
By Justin Tine8 years ago in Proof
Amazing Facts About Vodka You Never Knew
Discovering interesting facts about your favorite spirit will not only allow you to recognize it's uniqueness, but appreciate the drink more. The drink we both love and hate, vodka is one of the most popular choices of beverage in the world.
By Kelsey Lange8 years ago in Proof
Why Signature Drinks Are a Winning Wedding Idea
When you are planning your wedding, there are so many details to consider and so many decisions to be made. You might think that adding a signature drink will be just another item to add to your endless to-do list, but a signature drink can help add to the ambiance and efficiency of your big day. Here are the top 5 reasons why a signature drink is a wedding win!
By Cassy Dunn8 years ago in Proof
Cocktails to Drink Before Noon. Top Story - January 2018.
Morning cocktails have gotten a bad reputation but morning drinking shouldn't be limited to holiday brunches. Before the Temperance Movement which began in the 1820s and picked-up steam until the 1930s, morning drinking was commonplace. Check out these cocktails which were designed to be enjoyed before noon.
By Cassy Dunn8 years ago in Proof
Amazing German Beer Gardens You Must Visit
You've never been to an authentic beer garden if you've never visited Germany. As the home to the best beer, Munich, the capital of Germany, was the original home to the first beer garden, or biergarten. Typically completed with an attached brewery, beer hall, or pub, Germany is home to some of the most traditional beer gardens in the world, for obvious reasons.
By Stephen Cleary8 years ago in Proof
