Posted on Tue, 27 Sep 2011
Drinks That Tell All
Want to know what that guy in the party is like? Just look at what he’s drinking!
Have you ever got stuck at a party with a total bore who can’t get enough of his own voice? Or tried to chat up some swanky looking guy only to find he’s more interested in your date? With the final quarter of 2011 is just about a week away and the prospect of year end parties start to stir at the back of your minds, here’s SimplyFab’s essential guide to what people’s choice of drink – both guys and girls – says about them. Read on before you work the room!
The Martini
The lychee martini is currently the ultimate girls’ cocktail, and still the hot favourite among savvy ladies keen on relaxing and having a good time. If she’s nursing one, chances are she’s as fun and friendly as her drink, and you’ll probably have a great time chatting with her. Ditto if she’s ordered a bellini, Champagne or any kind of frozen margarita. On the other hand, look out for the classic martini guy. A more uncommon specimen, this guy probably has a mature and discerning palate, so chances are, he’s pretty sophisticated and would probably make interesting company….anywhere you like him! But watch out – he might have ordered that because he remembers it’s what James Bond likes, and is trying too hard to impress. A good tip – the clothes have to match the drink!
Whiskey
A guy drinking whisky – good whisky that is – is saying, “I’m a man’s man.” He’s also in tune with the trends, good boutique whiskies being the ‘in’ thing among the sophicates these few years. Chances are, a good talker, and an interesting, savvy date with a number of other girls in line. He’ll likely bring you to an expensive place for dins but you may have a wait a couple of days before he calls again. He’s a busy man.
Wine
This is pretty easy to read…..A glass of good, crisp white in hand, like a sauvignon blanc or chardonnay, says she’s a lady. Something more aromatic, like viognier or Gerwurz hints at a quirkier side. If you spot a guy with a glass of wine, he could be Metro or Euro, making him interesting company. Likely a sensistive soul, possibly with a thing for the finer cultural aspects of life - art, music, poetry….a bit of a renaissance man. But step carefully – or away from – the guy drinking white zinfandel! Chances are, he thinks Ponderosa is fine dining.
Grasshopper / Singapore Sling / Malibu & Pineapple
Nice, bright, happy and sweet, these are starter cocktails for the novice. All right for girls – though she really should upgrade when she has finally shed her baby fat. But unless you’re a relentless cougar looking for young and innocent prey, steer clear of any guy sipping such a drink. He’s still mummy’s boy and much in need of guidance on his drinks.
Beer
While a girl is still a lady when she has a beer now and then, it’s still a boy’s drink. And a guy swigging back pints is probably in the company of his pals somewhere, unpretentious and pretty honest. Steer clear of guys drinking light beers – he’s also probably keen on your date. As for the man drinking stout? He’s probably on his way to Lai Lai Midnight Bar for an all-night karaoke session with his mistress.
