Getting tipsy’s fun, but passing out in your own throw-up while your friends party the night away isn’t.
And with ZoukOut this weekend, Christmas just around the corner and NYE coming right after, you want to get the momentum right.
We ask some of the world’s top bartenders how they keep their buzz level just right.
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“Keep it within the same alcohol category or the same drink. If you constantly go for different types of drinks throughout the night, you might not realise that you have actually drunk more than you should.”
Aki Eguchi, Diageo Reserve World Class Singapore 2011 — 2012, and bar manager at Jigger & Pony
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“If you know you’re going to be in the company of those who imbibe heavily, make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day. It helps in the morning, too.”
Dean Callan, global brand ambassador of Monkey Shoulder, William Grant and Sons
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“Only drink high quality spirits — cheap spirits will hurt more later. Also, know what alcohol your body is able to take. Every individual is different — not everyone gets drunk on the same type of alcohol.
H. Joseph Ehrmann – National Ambassador of United States Bartenders Guild, and Proprietor at Elixir, San Francisco
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“Having a glass of lemonade (while drinking) helps you to keep sober.”
Kamil Foltan – Bar Manager at The Powder Room, Singapore
“Drink well beyond your means! A $40 serve and you’re far less likely to over drink.”
Michael D. Callahan (top photo), bar manager at 28 Hong Kong Street, Singapore (#10 Bar in the World, 2013)
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“Eat oily food before drinking. It helps manage alcohol levels.”
Roman Foltan, bartender at Artesian Bar at The Langham, London (Best Bar in the World 2013)
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“I always find it useful to start off big and boozy, then work your way down to more lower-alcohol content drinks. I start with a Manhattan and end with something like a Pimm’s Cup or a beer.”
Steve Schneider, principal bartender at Employees Only, New York City
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“Don’t drink on an empty stomach. I tend to fill myself up on some rice or noodles from a coffee shop before drinking — cheap and cheerful.”
Zachary Conner de Git, Diageo Singapore World Class Bartender of the Year 2012 & Head Bartender at Tippling Club
