We did a blind taste test of Bud, Coors, Miller, and Natty Light — here's the...
What's the best light beer to drink at the ball game or at a party with friends? You may have a favorite, but what is the definitive choice? In a blind taste test, we had people try Bud Light, Coors...
View ArticleA doctor reveals how much alcohol it takes to get drunk
When you're out on a Saturday night and that one drink suddenly turns into eight, you may realize too late that you're not sober enough to drive home. Addiction specialist Dr. Samuel Ball explains how...
View ArticleThe science behind why alcohol can make you dizzy
If you've ever drunk heavily before, then you've probably fallen victim to the dreaded "spins." Here's what's actually going on in your body when that happens.Follow Tech Insider: On FacebookJoin the...
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14 of your biggest questions about wine, answered with science
We've all been there.You're in a liquor or grocery store, trying to pick out wine with a group of friends when, inevitably, some unexpected member offers up their expert opinion.Truth be told, there's...
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Here's why Dry January is terrible and you should stop doing it
We share a mutual contempt for smug people on the internet (and in real life) who proudly boast that they have the ability to forgo alcohol for extended periods of time.If you have engaged in social...
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Here's how much alcohol "The Bachelor" contestants really drink
Have you ever watched "The Bachelor" and thought, "I have yet to see that girl without a glass of wine in her hand"? The dating show is notorious for its subtle, yet heavy drinking contestants. "The...
View ArticleAfter his presidency, George Washington became a whiskey tycoon and owned the...
After finishing his presidency and returning to his Mount Vernon estate, George Washington started a short-lived but extremely successful whiskey distillery. Follow BI Video: On TwitterJoin the...
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Science is finally starting to explain why you eat so much when you drink
We've all been there. After a night out, you've had a little too much to drink, and all you want is a slice of pizza or a kebab before you go back home to pass out. This effect has been something of a...
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The average Brit could pay off their mortgage ten years early by abstaining...
LONDON — The average British person could pay off their mortgage ten years early if they abstained from alcohol and cigarettes, according to research from estate agents eMoov.According to ONS and NHS...
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13 cocktail bars in London that will help you stick to Dry January
Each year, despite medical experts' claims that it won't benefit your health, thousands of people take part in Dry January in an effort to detox after the Christmas period.But the first few weeks back...
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17 holiday destinations with the cheapest beer in the world
Each Year, Post Office Travel Money ranks the cheapest holiday destinations in the world based on the essential items you need for a relaxing trip.This year's ranking looked at destinations in 44...
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What those lines on Solo cups really mean
The INSIDER Summary:• Solo cups have a bunch of different lines.• Each line denotes how much of a certain booze to pour: there's one for liquor (1 oz), one for wine (5 oz), and one for beer (12...
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What it's like to be the sober friend
The INSIDER Summary:• The entire night is planned out from (non-alcoholic) pregaming to late night binge-eating.• They're more than just designated drivers. Find out how sober friends can still have...
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Here's how to make the perfect Old Fashioned cocktail
The Old Fashioned was a popular cocktail in the 1960s but nearly forgotten over the years. With shows like "Mad Men" and the rise in cocktail bars, the Old Fashioned is having a resurgence.Here's how...
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I tried 'Dry January' for the first time, and all I got was insomnia
After a heavy few months of drinking — thanks 2016 — I decided to quit alcohol cold turkey for the first time, and attempt "Dry January." Never again.Lots of people give it a go when the new year rolls...
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This map shows how much food and drink costs in 38 European countries
The UK's food prices are already on the rise after the Brexit vote, but groceries are still cheap compared to many EU nations.Eurostat— the statistical office of the European Union — recently released...
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9 signs your body might be alcohol intolerant
The INSIDER Summary:• Everyone reacts differently to alcohol.• If you're someone who has reactions after one or two drinks, you may actually be alcohol intolerant.• Intolerant reactions can include a...
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An evolutionary explanation for why humans crave alcohol
There are endless arguments for why people drink. It makes us feel good. It's a social lubricant. It's tasty.But those reasons do not address the ultimate explanation for why our brains evolved to like...
View ArticleWe tried a breakfast beer made with coffee, syrup, and scrapple — here’s what...
You may have had a beer in the morning, but have you had a "Beer for Breakfast?" Dogfish Head makes a stout that is "tricked out" with coffee, maple syrup, and pork scrapple. While it's probably not...
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