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A gelatinous byproduct of fish organs lurks in Guinness stout — for now
Fish bladders are used in the production process for Guinness, and have been for years.But this week the brewery announced that it is working hard on a "complex project" to avoid reliance on a key...
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This holiday season, preserve your best bottles with these unique wine stoppers
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we may get a share of the revenue from your purchase.The holiday season is almost upon us...
View ArticleA flight attendant reveals how intoxicated you have to be before they...
A Virgin Atlantic flight attendant reveals the level of intoxication a passenger must reach before being physically restrained by the flight crew.Produced by Eames YatesFollow BI Video: On FacebookJoin...
View ArticleWhy the pilgrims stopped at Plymouth Rock in the first place
Susan Cheever, author of "Drinking in America: Our Secret History," shares an oft-forgotten detail of the Pilgrims' arrival at Plymouth Rock. Due to the unsafe drinking water, passengers on the...
View ArticleThese robotic bartenders will never screw up your drink order
Someday long in the future, the idea of waving a fist full of cash trying to get your local bartender's attention will be a thing of the past — until that time there is the Bionic Bar from Makr Shaker....
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The 10 most expensive Champagne bottles on the planet
Nothing says celebration quite like popping bottles of Champagne.Sparkling wine originated in 17th-century France as an experiment for kings and queens. The process was later perfected and popularized...
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10 incredible bottles of whiskey that make the perfect gift
Finding the perfect gift for that special someone can be tough. Unless they drink whiskey. In which case you've come to the right place.Business Insider has spent some of the past year sampling,...
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A Brazilian liquor you've never heard of is going to be everywhere in 2016
There was a time in the U.S. when most people didn't know what tequila was, but after the 1968 Olympic games in Mexico City, the agave-based spirit blew up.Now, it's a staple at everything from frat...
View ArticleThis guy didn't have a drink until he was 21 — now he's running the best bar...
Sean Muldoon decided to be a bartender because employment was nearly impossible to come by in Belfast, Northern Ireland — he hadn't even had a drink until he was 21.Now he's now running the best bar in...
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Here's what happens when you have a hangover
It’s that time of year when we raise a glass to celebrate Christmas, the beginning of holidays, the new year, or simply to join with our friends. Many of us will pay a price, even if it’s “just” in the...
View ArticleHow to make toasted marshmallow shots for the holidays
All it takes to make these delicious shots is a bag of marshmallows, some fire, the liquor of your choice and a little patience. We tested out this simple recipe, which is a perfect way to help you get...
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Here's the real reason red wine is good for your heart
Oenophiles rejoiced the day doctors officially advocated for the daily glass of red wine. And for good reason — studies seemed to suggest that regular wine drinking was healthy for the heart.But the...
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There are 20 million bubbles in a glass of Champagne, plus other chemistry...
With New Year's Eve upcoming, a large number of people will celebrate by popping open a bottle of champagne.The bubbles in your glass may seem simple enough, but there's actually a wealth of...
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The definitive guide to drinking like a Wall Streeter
On New Year's Eve you may find yourself drinking with a Wall Streeter or two.Best that you're prepared. These guys are experts.Bankers drink to entertain clients, they drink to entertain themselves...
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This video explains the science of why we get hangovers, and how to prevent one
As the clock counts down to midnight on New Year's Eve, many of you will probably be engaging in a time-honored tradition: Getting wasted.But those celebratory libations probably won't feel so good the...
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Why I've given up alcohol during 'Drynuary' for ten years running
Ten years ago, after a few too many Christmas cookies and glasses of Champagne, my girlfriend had an almost unthinkable idea. To make up for the annual holiday gluttony, we would forgo alcohol for all...
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The most popular methods for avoiding a hangover may be completely useless
After a night of heavy drinking, your best bet for warding off a hangover is downing a bunch of water and eating something, right?Wrong.A recent study of Dutch college students found that drinking...
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Here's how we ranked the most hungover cities in America
Since it's New Year's Day, we found the 25 American cities where people are most likely to be hungover today, based on a few indicators that suggest heavy drinking activity.Our two main sources were...
View ArticleMamajuana is secretly the best rum drink in the Caribbean
Some complain that mamajuana tastes like cough syrup, but the rum-based concoction is a delicious island favorite.Locals mix up their own versions, soaking tree bark and other Dominican herbs in rum...
View ArticleUK chief medical officers: No safe level of alcohol consumption — here's how...
The UK chief medical officers just released their first alcohol recommendation since 1995.Produced by Emmanuel OcbazghiFollow BI Video: On FacebookJoin the conversation about this story »
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