Global Alcohol Consumption and Related Vocabulary

These flashcards cover key vocabulary related to alcohol consumption and general business concepts discussed in the lecture.

mocktail

A non-alcoholic version of a cocktail.

bourbon

A type of American whisky made with corn and rye.

shun

To avoid somebody/something.

impending

(usually of an unpleasant event) that is going to happen very soon.

distillery

A factory where strong alcoholic drinks, such as whisky, are made.

stigma

Negative feelings that people have about particular circumstances or characteristics that somebody may have.

abstain

To decide not to do or have something, especially something you like or enjoy, because it is bad for your health or considered morally wrong.

flagship

The most important product, service, building etc. that an organization owns or produces.

abstinence

The practice of not allowing yourself something, especially food, alcoholic drinks or sex, for moral, religious or health reasons.

craving

A strong desire for something.

sommelier

A trained and knowledgeable wine professional, typically responsible for wine service and pairing wine with meals in restaurants.

lightweight

A person who is affected by alcohol more quickly than others, often due to low tolerance.

knock back

To quickly consume a drink, typically alcohol, in a single gulp.

nurse

A nurse is someone who consumes a drink gradually or in small amounts, often engaging in social drinking without becoming heavily intoxicated.

teetotaller

A person who abstains completely from alcohol, often for personal or health reasons.

down

To drink alcohol quickly, often in one go.

tipsy

Slightly intoxicated; feeling the effects of alcohol but not overly drunk. This state may involve a sense of light-headedness or warmth, often accompanied by social enjoyment.

averse

Having a strong dislike or aversion to alcohol, leading to avoidance of drinking.

tinkle (sound)

A light, high-pitched sound often associated with the clinking of glasses, typically heard in social drinking settings.

grimy

Dirty or unclean, often used to describe surfaces or environments that have not been maintained, which can also apply to contexts involving the aftermath of drinking.

blaring

Producing a loud, harsh sound, often used to describe loud music or noise in social gatherings where alcohol consumption occurs.

haze

A state of confusion or disorientation, often resulting from excessive alcohol consumption, leading to impaired judgment or memory.

crutch

A means of support or assistance, often used metaphorically to describe reliance on alcohol or other substances to cope with difficulties or emotional distress.

sedentary

Referring to a lifestyle characterized by a lack of physical activity or exercise, often associated with increased alcohol consumption due to less energy expenditure.