What can your favorite alcohol tell you about a person's character?
It is believed that our tastes are subconscious and are practically beyond our control, which means they are directly connected with our personality. And by what a person likes, you can find out about his character. We suggest testing this hypothesis on alcoholic beverages - to draw parallels between favorite tastes and psychological portrait. I wonder if you recognize yourself.
Beer
It is believed that foamy drinks are the choice of cheerful people with a broad soul. Such natures do not like restrictions and conventions, sometimes go too far, especially in their favorite affairs, but in the company of such friends is certainly not boring. And also in the circle of beer lovers you will certainly be understood, accepted and given good advice. No wonder that the most soulful friendly get-togethers are always held exactly in beer restaurants - the drink itself attracts people who are able to relax from the heart in great company.
Champagne
Sparkling is the choice of extroverts. Such people love to attract attention, love luxury and glitz, often achieve a high position in society. Such natures have a calculating mind and are rarely gloomy, and their company is always interesting.
Wine
These drinks are most often chosen by gourmets and aesthetes. They have a calm and measured character, do not like noisy companies, preferring them to a measured environment and serious conversations. Sometimes their demands to those around them seem exaggerated, but communication with them is definitely worth it.
Vodka
Vodka lovers are just like the drink itself - simple and specific. With them you can relax and rest your soul well, and most importantly, be sure that you will be treated kindly - regardless of your social status.
Cocktails
Fans of mixes are always on the lookout for adventure. Boredom and monotony disgust them, but a craving for experiments and spontaneous solutions is among their basic settings. Sometimes it seems that they take life too lightly, but they don't get bored.
Whiskey
Whiskey fans are people of good taste and manners. They are quite sensible, conservative in their views, take deliberate decisions and value peace. The pluses in communication are that you can rely on such people, betrayal is scarier for them than death.
Cognac
Those who prefer cognac to other drinks are likely to have high expectations of life and those around them. Such people have a fine taste and know how to enjoy every moment.
Martini
This drink is chosen by self-confident people. Such people like to be praised, and they easily notice the beauty around them. They rarely overindulge in alcohol, they know how to slow down and enjoy a single drink.
And in fact, all lovers of alcoholic beverages have one thing in common - you can find a common language with them and spend your time cordially. Enjoy your meetings!
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