Minnesotans 4 Choices

08/11/2024

Does alcohol give you a higher pain threshold? Scientist Jeff Boissoneault, director of the Minnesota Alcohol and Pain Lab, conducted a new experiment that looks at the ways pain and alcohol use are interconnected

Using alcohol for pain management is risky — but the results indicate the pain-reducing effects of booze seem to increase linearly, according to Boissoneault.

In other words, the more you drink, the less it hurts.

Researcher Jeff Boissoneault also has created a virtual reality bar for his drinking experiments.

01/11/2024

Everyone is encouraged to celebrate Minnesota Beer Day TODAY!! 🍻 A day to celebrate the history, tradition, culture, and community of Beer in Minnesota

This year, as part of our inaugural MN Beer Day celebration, MN craft breweries and brewpubs are offering up special events, deals, commemorative pints, brews, and more around the state on November 1.

https://www.mncraftbrew.org/events/mn-beer-day/

05/09/2024

Whether you’re brand-new to the world of whiskey or are a seasoned whiskey veteran, there’s no denying the popularity of this amber-colored alcohol. Lavendar Magazine asked local liquor and cheese shop Surdyk’s in Minneapolis for their guidance on all things whiskey:

Whether you’re brand-new to the world of whiskey or are a seasoned whiskey veteran, there’s no denying the popularity of this amber-colored alcohol. For thi ...

03/09/2024

From bars to local distilleries, there’s no shortage of excellent cocktail bars to explore in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Here’s where to try new maple Old Fashioneds, shochu sours, and cosmos around town:

New Oaxacan Old Fashioneds, sesame-infused whiskey gingers, and mezcal Negronis on the scene

27/08/2024

Rose is a great summer drink! Here are the top 5 California Rose’s in Minnesota 🍷

These are the top 8 Californian Rosé wines as rated by Vivino users in Minnesota recently. Want to see your favorites in the list? Make sure you rate them and check the list every week. Next update in 1 day

23/08/2024

Daily and near-daily ma*****na use is now more common than similar levels of drinking in the US, according to an analysis of national survey data 🍃

Alcohol is still more widely used, but 2022 was the first time this intensive level of ma*****na use overtook high-frequency drinking, said the study's author, Jonathan Caulkins, a cannabis policy researcher at Carnegie Mellon University.

19/08/2024

Looking for a non-alcohol drink to quench your thirst at the Minnesota State Fair?

There are more NA options than just the all-you-can-drink milk booth:

Looking for a non-alcoholic drink to quench your thirst at the Minnesota State Fair? There are more NA options than just the all-you-can-drink milk booth.

13/08/2024

Before you try “non-alcohol” products, there is an important difference to note between the labeling terms on these products.

Some bottles will state "alcohol-free" while others say "non-alcohol." And they are not the same thing. Learn more:

As sober-curious movements continue to take hold over, a few terms are now being added to labels such as alcohol-free and non-alcoholic. What's the difference?

07/08/2024

What’s better than a summertime beer? Give Duck Duck Beer a try! 🍻

16/07/2024

Looking for a new signature drink to try in the MSP area?

Check out these savory drinks shaking up the Minneapolis cocktail scene:

Yes, but: Sweet drinks still have fans.

04/07/2024

Happy Fourth of July weekend! Have a safe and fun holiday, and drink responsibly! Cheers! 🥂

02/07/2024

Did you know Cabernet Sauvignon is the most popular grape variety among US consumers? It’s followed closely by Pinot Noir and Chardonnay 🍷

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/04/price-is-most-important-factor-in-wine-choice-say-us-drinkers/

Preserving Minnesotans beer, wine, and liquor choices.

02/07/2024

Most Americans believe ma*****na is safer than alcohol & to***co 👀

Most Americans have tried ma*****na -- and of that group, majorities have found it to be a positive experience, a safe one, and one with perceived health benefits. Learn more: https://today.yougov.com/health/articles/49190-most-americans-believe-ma*****na-is-safer-than-alcohol-and-to***co

18/06/2024

A cool, crisp cider is perfect for a hot summer day in Minnesota.

Check out these 8 places to sample Minnesota-made cider for World Cider Day! 🍺 A cool, crisp cider is perfect for a hot summer day in Minnesota.

Check out these 8 places to sample Minnesota-made cider for World Cider Day! 🍺

For many Minnesotans, fall is synonymous with apples. Not just U-pick farms and fresh donuts or juice, either. Over the past decade, Minnesota has become a key player in the country's growing craft cider scene.

10/02/2024

Have you been mispronouncing some of your favorite beers for years? Here’s how to pronounce 20 of the world’s most mispronounced beers, like Stella Artois or Kronenbourg:

Have you been mispronouncing some of your favourite beers for years? Just in case, here is how to say each of them correctly.

06/02/2024

Did you know that these three Distilleries in Minnesota make a spirit from Agave?
✅Phillips Distilling Company in Saint Paul
✅Flying Dutchman Spirits in Eden Prairie
✅Norseman Distillery in Minneapolis

01/02/2024

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news… but liquor does actually expire.

Many of us have that bottle of whiskey or vodka stashed away in our cabinets for months, maybe even years, without a second thought about its potential expiration. While expiration dates may not be as prominently displayed as they are on perishable food items, they hold significant value.

Liquor can go bad? Yep, sadly. But not all liquor! Here's a breakdown of the different types of liquor and when they spoil.

29/01/2024

How will you be snacking and sipping in the new year?

MSP mag predicts eat and drink trends for the Twin Cities, what do you see you doing more of in the new year?

In which we try to prognosticate how we will be snacking and sipping in the new year.