February 23, 2012

Slow down and taste your drinks!

It is Christmas party season up and down the land – the drinks are flowing and people are getting merry. It can be a tricky time. What if I get too drunk and make a fool out of myself in front of my workmates? Or worse still, try it on with the boss? Be strong and drink in moderation!

It can be tough, I know, but there is a lot to be said for taking it steady and enjoying your alcohol. There is so much variety out there these days, slow down and enjoy sampling new flavours.

Even if you are not a beer lover, you could soon be turned. Beer is no longer limited to old men propping up the bar in a working men’s club or young lads downing pints in your local pub. Nowadays, it appeals to the masses. The image of beer has changed so much in recent years – there is a beer out there for everyone.

Fruit beer has become increasingly popular with women. In the past, women have been put off by the appearance of a pint of lager and the heavy feeling which follows. Now, though, they can enjoy the light fruity flavours that come with strawberry or raspberry beer and don’t have to worry about their image. Perfect!

Beer is the world’s most widely consumed alcoholic beverage and is quickly catching up with the rest in terms of style and image. Fosters is flying the flag with its typically Australian ads. The most recent of which stars singer and actress Holly Valance in the launch advert for Fosters Gold Beer.

There is so much choice when it comes to alcohol – the variety is not just limited to beer. Broaden your horizons during the festive period and actually take the time to taste your drinks. You won’t regret it in the morning!