A drink is simply a liquid meant for consumption. As well as their primary function of quenching thirst, beverages also play other important roles in modern society. Common varieties of drink are juice, milk, ice-cream, tea and coffee. Historically, warm beverages such as hot tea, coffee and hot chocolate were served to warm people up before lunch.

Milk is perhaps one of the most well-known drinks with a long history. Milk was used as a common daily beverage long before the introduction of refrigeration and over a period of time, the quality and taste of milk declined. It was during the industrial revolution that milk was made available to the masses though at relatively higher prices. Lactose intolerance, which commonly affects infants and young children, can be prevented by consuming special milk diets.

Fruit juices comprise the bulk of the market for beverages. The vast majority of consumers say that they like to consume fruit juices rather than other fruit drinks because they taste better. Fruit juices can be enjoyed on their own or mixed with other fruits or even milk. A small number of consumers also prefer to consume fruit juices with natural sweeteners such as honey.

Coffee is another popular drink. Like many other drinks, it is consumed both to help with a person’s metabolism and to keep them active through energy boosts. Both coffee and tea can have different effects on the human body depending on the amount that is consumed. For example, caffeine acts as an energy booster helping users to stay awake during the day while at the same time stimulating the body to produce more adrenaline. On the contrary, too much consumption of coffee can have negative effects on the human body including anxiety, headaches and nausea.

Wine has enjoyed a steady rise in consumption over the past several decades. There are a number of different types of wine including red and white that provide a different type of flavor to the drink. There are also sub-classifications for red and white wine including dessert wines and rose wines. When shopping for wine it is important to know what is the correct type to purchase. Many people will purchase champagne to give themselves a boost but it is best to avoid wine that contains high levels of alcohol.

Tea is another popular alternative to alcoholic drink. Tea can either be a soothing beverage to help with stress or serve as an energy drink to combat fatigue. There are a variety of teas that are consumed both for their beneficial properties or to quench someone’s thirst when there is not any water available around them. Water and herbal teas are popular alternatives to tea due to their ability to hydrate the body without leaving the person thirsty. In addition, most people are able to forget that they are drinking tea after several minutes of drinking it.