Practical info for the smarter drinker
Translated from its Latin roots, “in vino veritas” means “in wine, truth.” The phrase has roots in Greek and Latin cultures and writings. In an ancient Greek poem, Herodotus (a contemporary of Socrates) decided that if the Persians decided something while drunk, it should be a rule to reconsider it again when they were sober. …
Take the Night off, Brain – I’ve Got Liquor The night starts off well enough. You’re with your friends, enjoying a few drinks, everyone is laughing and talking and having a great time. After a while, though, you begin noticing changes. You’re slower, more lethargic, and strangely sleepy. It feels as though your mind is …
Most of us have little concern for what happens to alcohol once we swallow it, particularly when it tastes good, but in case you ever wondered how it goes from your tongue to le toilette, here is a quick primer. First, keep in mind that we’re talking about the alcohol rather than whatever liquid vehicle …
Alcohol makes you sleepy because you’re old, old-timer! Put down the pint and hit the sack before you bust your hip! Just kidding. Alcohol can make people of any age sleepy, because it’s a muscle relaxant and a sedative. But, what does that mean, exactly? The truth is that alcohol and its effects on the …