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From all over the worldHow Technology Has Affected The Beverage Industry
Posted on January 25, 2012More beverage manufacturers are using Software as a Service (SaaS) to facilitate data and process integration with their retailers, agents, distributors and suppliers. By adopting Electronic Date Interchange (EDI) technology they are saving money and passing the savings on to customers.
SaaS in the beverage industry has become a popular delivery method for applications. It saves businesses the cost of purchasing software for tracking the movements and storage of raw materials. The monthly rental of the online software enables them to track any work in progress, inventory or delivery of the finished beverage. Trading partners who receive the manufacturer’s EDI transmissions can manage their end of the production process. Trading partners can manage the upstream and downstream value of material’s final goods and related information with their suppliers, resellers and consumers without snail mail delays. SaaS software includes tools to execute Transactions and manage relationships with trading partners and control other associated processes.
Quality management is essential for producing a good tasting beverage. EDI helps beverage manufacturers track the quality of ingredients they use for their products. They instantly track raw materials for shelf life and freshness. From this, they are able to automatically identify ingredients that need reordering, inspection or those that failed inspection. This is mandatory because controlling their inventory’s quality is essential for compliance with regulatory mandates.
With EDI, brewers also manage their recipes, formulas and control their lots with batch production techniques. The characteristic of each beverage lot is tracked to insure quality and taste are maintained. EDI technology also enables them to track the finished product from inventory to store with the use of bar codes and RFID. This makes better warehouse management and shelf life control. Beverage shipping and distribution is also simpler because trading partners are able to share information between each other and instantly judge the popularity of products by the length of time they remain on shelves.
EDI technology for maintaining the supply chain through placing orders, releases, shipping and quality management is improving the beverage industry for both manufacturers and consumers. Manufacturers are able to integrate high tech quality management tools throughout their systems to insure your receive a quality tasting product. Modern e-commerce technology is making a big impact in the beverage industry by increasing productivity and lowering the costs of delivery, storage and prices.
Another area of beverage industry that has been affected by technology is on the consumer side. Nowadays, anyone can order anything customized. The alcohol beverage industry is no exception, there are custom brewed drinks in customized bottles. You can choose the taste, package and logo design. Fill your customized shotglasses with your one-of-a-kind custom microbrew. Now, that’s something to raise your glasses too!
What to Drink While on Vacation
Posted on December 15, 2011
When you go on vacation, there are always a lot of things to choose from for you to drink. What you are going to drink is largely determined by where you go on vacation. Warmer climates will mean that you will drink cold beverages and cold climates will mean that you will want warmer beverages. Many areas are also well known for a certain drink, so when you are there, that is probably what you will drink. The following are examples of what you can drink when you are on vacation.
- If you are going to some place tropical, like the Caribbean Islands or Hawaiian Islands, then you will probably be drinking fruit, cold drinks. You will probably drink things like Pina Coladas, frozen daiquiris, or if you are looking for something non-alcoholic, then probably smoothies. You may also get drinks that are heavy in coconut, cherry, and pineapple juice. Drinks made with light rum are very popular in these areas.
- If you are going to towards Italy, then you will most likely be drinking wine. Each different region of Italy is known for a different type of wine. They are all very different and enjoyable. You can even tour Italy going to wineries and really get a chance to try all of the local wines.
- The same holds true for wines in California and Oregon. They are known for their wineries and different wines that are available to drink there.
- If you are traveling some place cold, then you will probably be looking for something warm to drink. You can drink hot coffee, warm tea, and hot chocolate in these places.
- When you travel to Africa, you should be certain to drink the coffee. They grow coffee beans there, and you are sure to get a wonderful cup of coffee.
- When you head over to Scotland, be prepared to consume some alcohol. Most drinks served here are very high in alcohol. The drinks there are usually beer and liquor.
- Also, when you travel over to Germany, get ready to drink some beer. Germans are well known for the beer that they drink.
When you are traveling on vacation, there are always many options that you can choose from to drink. What you choose will largely depend on the climate of where you are traveling, and what that area is known for.
What Cocktail to Buy Your Date
Posted on November 20, 2011
When dating, who you are and who your date is may tend to reflect in your drink selection. Selection may also depict the quality of the day or current work week. One thing is usually certain. You may not desire or even like the same type of cocktail as your date. While this may seem like a big deal on the surface, this is the smallest of issues when learning your significant others’ tastes.
When trying to decide what cocktail to buy your date, there are many tips and tricks to succeed. Buying a cocktail is parallel to every strategy you may implement throughout the course of your contact with your date.
Below is a quick list of cocktails, but for more advice on further cocktails and dating strategies, visit approachconnectinspire.com.
- Cocktails with Cognac or Brandy
Brandy Manhattan Brandy Sour Brandy Alexander
Chicago Cocktail Jack Rose French Connection
Incredible Hulk Orgasm Stinger
- Cocktails with Gin
Alexander Bloodhound Gimlet
French 75 Gin and Tonic Gin Sour
Long Island Iced Tea Martini Pink Lady
Salty Dog White Lady Vesper Martini
- Cocktails with Rum
Blue Hawaii Brass Monkey Dark and Stormy
Daiquiri Flaming Volcano Havana Cooler
Hurricane Long Island Iced Tea Mai Tai
Mojito Pina Colada Royal Bermuda Cocktail
- Cocktails with Tequila
Chupacabra Margarita Matador
Tequila Slammer Tequila Sunrise Tonic and Tequila
- Cocktails with Vodka
Apple Martini or Appletini Agent Orange Black Russian
Bloody Russian Blua Lagoon Cape Cod
Fizzy Apple Cocktail Greyhound Harvey Wallbanger
Kamikaze Mudslide Red Lotus
Salty Dog Screwdriver Sex on the Beach
Vodka Gimlet Vodka Martini or Kangaroo White Russian
- Cocktails with Wine or Port
Champagne Cocktail Flirtini Kir Royale
Mimosa Ruby Dutchess Sangria
- Cocktails with Coffee Liqueurs
Black Russian Blow Job Dirty Mother
Jamaican Coffee Orgasm Oatmeal Cookie
While the selection and type of cocktails is much more extensive, these few are examples that are sure to tempt the pallet no matter what you or date may prefer, leaving you with an abundance to choose from when wondering what cocktail to buy your date.
The Best Tasting Alcoholic Drinks
Posted on October 30, 2011There is very little discussion when it comes to the fact that many people enjoy a good alcoholic beverage from time to time. However, the real debate comes in when people start discussing which are the best tasting alcoholic drinks available today. This is a very difficult question to answer because everyone is different. Some people like the simple taste of a good beer, while other people enjoy more exotic concoctions such as a White Russian or a Mimosa.
It’s very likely that this sort of argument about which are the best drinks has been shared by thousands if not millions of people, and it is also very likely that these arguments have had the same outcome; there is no clear winner. However, there are a few drinks that, because of their popularity, are considered to be some of the best alcoholic drinks a person can have.
For those who prefer a less diluted mixture of more intense liquors, a coke and whiskey mixture is often a very pleasing alcoholic beverage. While the soda would take the bite out of straight whiskey, the person drinking will still have a distinct taste of whiskey.
If you’re interested in more fruity alcoholic beverages, then many people find a Blue Hawaiian to be a very pleasurable alcoholic libation. With its mixture of spiced rum, pineapple juice, Blue Curacao liquor and, of course, cream of coconut liqueur, this drink is as pleasing to look at as it is to consume. In addition, other fruity drinks such as the very popular Appletini and Mai Tai, are all some of the more synonymous types of libations.
Of course, if you’re looking for the venerable favorites when it comes to alcoholic beverages, you certainly could do no wrong with either a Long Island iced tea, Tequila Sunrise or the long-standing favorite, the Bloody Mary. These drinks have been a mainstay in alcoholic beverages for many years and continue to be some of the more popular and favorite standard alcoholic beverages.
If you’re looking for an answer as to which of these is the best alcoholic beverage, you are going to be rather disappointed because, simply put, there is no best alcoholic beverage. The decision as to which beverage you find most appealing is going to depend on your personal tastes. What is wonderful to one person is tantamount to swill to the other person. The best thing to do is not to get hung up on discussions and arguments over which is the best alcoholic drink. It is more importantly to enjoy the ones that you like the most and allow others to enjoy the ones that they prefer. No arguments, just good times and good drinks.
Most Popular Martinis of All-Time
Posted on September 01, 2011The martini is a popular drink and there has always been talk of which varieties are the most popular martinis of all-time. As one of the most well known cocktails martinis are typically made with gin and vermouth but recipes vary wildly due to its nature as a mixed drink. Here are some of the most popular martinis around, give them a try next time you have the opportunity.
Ice Wine Martini
Martinis have always been considered a sort of sophisticated alcoholic beverage but this variant ups the ante even further. Made with ice wine, ice, vodka and seedless green grapes this drink has a bitter-sweet taste that is simply amazing. Also don’t forget to add two halved green grapes for garnish so you look cool when drinking this popular martini.
Brazilian Martini
Though this popular martini shares its name with a popular (and some would say, extremely painful) waxing technique it is actually called a “Brazilian” due to the fact that it is made with Cachaca, a sugar cane spirit from Brazil. The recipe includes pomegranate juice, sugar, ice, Cachaca and a sliced lime. The drink should be served in a chilled martini glass. The taste is smooth and clean due to the blend of lime and Cachaca, giving it its distinct flavor.
Appletini
As the name implies an appletini is an apple tasting version of the standard vodka martini which comes from its apple cider content. Though there are a variety of was to make this drink it typically involves mixing dry and sweet vermouth, top shelf vodka and apple cider or in some cases, apple juice. This relatively new martini exploded in popularity due to its appearance on shows such as Scrubs, The Colbert Report, Sex and the City and Two and a Half Men. Even Mark Zuckerberg has named the appletini the official drink of Facebook.
Sex With an Alligator
Some martinis such as Sex With an Alligator don’t need garnish for visual appeal. When mixed correctly this popular martini creates a drink with green in the middle and brownish black on the top and bottom for a striking look. Oddly enough the drink doesn’t use vodka or vermouth and instead opts for the infamous German liquor Jagermeister mixed with raspberry liquor, melon liquor, and sweet and sour mix. The Jagermeister’s sweet, yet strong alcohol flavor is tempered by the other ingredients for a taste that is as unique as it looks.
Best Places to Go for Wine Tasting
Posted on August 22, 2011
Do you love to have sips of wine? Wine tasting can be a great experience and fun date or casual event for any adult who loves great tasting wines. Although you can find a local wine tasting area, some of the best place for amazing wine tasting can be found at your next vacation destination, whether it’s in the united states or out in other parts of the world. Here are the best places to go for wine tasting:
1.San Gimignano, Italy:
When you first think of wine tasting, one of the first places that you might think of is the beautiful country of Italy. This old and medieval city called Tuscany has several grape varieties growing in the area. The town is well known for Vernaccia di San Gimignano, a dry white wine that’s been popular since the 13th century. Tuscany is the perfect place to try different varieties of wine in an old, fairy tale area!
2.Temecula, California, USA:
You don’t have to travel out of the US in order to find some of the world’s best wine. Temecula, California has beautiful weather year round which creates great growth for grapes. Visit Temecula and relax in the sun while sipping on elegant wine made right at their famous vineyards!
3.Cape Town, South Africa:
Being one of the most exotic places to visit, Cape town also offers some delicious wine. With over 130 vineyards, you’ll be able to find all of the grapes in Europe right here! When visiting, you can get a tour of the different vineyards and try out their endless selection while enjoying the great scenery!
Whether you’re traveling to a fun, exciting new country or taking a local trip, stop by a vineyard for some extravagant or simple wine tasting. It’s a fun, relaxing experience that will have you loving all the variety of wines.
Alcohol From Around The World
Posted on July 17, 2011
From the United States of America to Ireland, there are many different kinds of alcohol. One of the most popular drinks is beer. Variations of the name beer are lager, stout, ale and porter. Budweiser is a top beer that is made in the U.S. and is one of the best sellers. It was first introduced in 1976 by Adolphus Busch. Ireland is famous for their stout, especially Guinness Draught and other variations of ale. Guinness is made in the St. James Gate brewery, which was established by Arthur Guinness in 1759.
People all over the world like to enjoy good wines and champagne. White wine, red wine, sparkling wine and rose wine are all different types of wine that are made from fermented fruit juices. Wine has a history dating back as far as 8,000 years and was a common drink in Ancient Greece and Rome. Wine is an important addition to meals in Europe and the Mediterranean. Wine is even known to have health benefits.
Distilled spirits such as vodka, whiskey and tequila are all liquors that have high alcohol content. The first evidence of alcohol being distilled comes from the Greek alchemists in Alexandria in the 1st century. Irish whiskey and German brandy became available in medieval Europe in the 12th century.
Some states in India have prohibited the use of alcohol. Holidays in India are meant to be celebrated “dry.” Other countries that ban alcohol are Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Pakistan, as it is forbidden by Islam.
With all of the different types of alcohol, there are also different serving sizes per country as well as varying legal drinking ages. Sometimes, flavor is added to alcohol and there are many recipes for mixed drinks available. Alcohol is used in religious ceremonies and social events all over the world. Other reasons that people drink alcohol is for the relaxant effects, for artistic inspiration and for recreational activities.