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What if we told you there was an alcoholic beverage that can make you look younger? You wouldn't believe us, right?

Well, as it turns out there is!

A new gin has just hit the UK market via Warner Leisure Hotels.The gin apparently works by adding pure collagen to the alcohol "as well as a mix of anti-aging botanicals to help people look younger whilst having fun," reports Mashable. 

The new wonder drink is called 'Anti-aGIN' and it claims to have "revitalising qualities" which include "healing sun-damage, being rich in minerals, inhibiting scar formation and [smoothing] cellulite." 

If it actually works, we think we'll be drinking gin for the rest of our lives. Now, who wants to buy a plane ticket to London?!

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As any Irish person will tell you, you can't beat our little country in the run-up to Christmas.

And one person who's dying to get home and dive into the festive madness is Mullingar man Niall Horan. The event he's most excited about? His annual Twelve Pubs of Christmas night, of course.

So much so that he's even decided to educate his American fans on this joyous Irish tradition.

Speaking to E! News after a recent performance in Texas, the One Direction star filled the reporter in on a standard Irish pub crawl and how it works.

"At home, we do this thing called Twelve Pubs of Christmas. You've got five minutes to finish a pint and you're done.

"I personally haven't been home in a while and that's going to be good to see the family and eat like crazy."

The 1D lads all admitted to feeling "emotional" at the Jingle Ball performance in Texas, as it was set to be their last gig together for some time.

"To be honest with you, this show is kind of an important one for us," Liam explained to the crowd.

"This is going to be the last time for a little while. I feel myself getting a little emotional."

Now that their year-long world tour is almost over, the foursome are set to take an indefinite hiatus. And once Niall's finished all his Twelve Pubs boozing, he has some far healthier plans in store.

"By the end of next year I’d love to be a low single-figures golfer," he told 2fm about his plans for 2016.

"I’d like to be in some sort of good shape too."

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We are trying to think of reasons why you would want to make a cocktail that included bitters made from your own tears. 

Perhaps you want to get revenge on someone who made you cry? Or maybe you think it would make a nice gift? Or possibly you just want to know what your tears would taste like in an alcoholic beverage?

Whatever the reason, the fact is that you CAN make your tears into your own concoction of choice. 

A London art studio and foodie paradise is hosting a workshop in which you will learn how to infuse your own tears into cocktail bitters. 

And we are not kidding. 

"Having difficulty thinking of a present for your friend or lover who has everything? What could be more meaningful than the gift of you…” says Bompas and Parr's event description. 

“Arguably the most poignant and personal Christmas gift imaginable, the bitter tears will be delicious as well as a decadent gift.”

Good to know they will be delicious. 

If the thought alone of weeping in front of a group of strangers isn't enough to make you cry, the class will be using menthol to induce the tears. 

Following this substantially awkward process, the participants will be able to choose from different herbs and spices to infuse the tears with flavour before it is mixed with pure alcohol to produce bitters. 

The workshop takes place on December 15 but before you book your flights to London, we hate to inform it is in fact sold out. 

We suggest weeping into a mojito for a similar effect. 

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So are you the person that never remembers the office Christmas party?

Did you accidently tell Brigid in Accounting that everyone thinks shes a bit dry or perhaps you flirted shamelessly with your married boss?

Maybe those scratches on your leg are from when you crawled up on the table to do a terrible karaoke version of Total Eclipse of the Heart?

Well listen up! New research says your drunken antics might not just be the result of just having one too many G&Ts. 

A new study conducted by scientists in the University of Helsinki has identified a genetic mutation that results in some drinkers acting overly impulsive and reckless when drinking.

Defects in our 'serotonin 2B receptor' can kick in after only a small amount of alcohol, causing unruliness in some drinkers.

According to Dr Roope Tukkanen, those with the mutation are more likely to "get into verbal arguments and fights, have unplanned sex" and "are arrested more often." 

Those with the genetic mutation are generally quite impulsive even when not drinking and probably suffer from mood disorders. 

Though the study has located the mutation in the Finnish population, people with Finnish ancestry could also be susceptible. 

"Nowadays people move more, which may result in the mutation being passed on," said Dr Roope.

Even if you can't find any semblance of Finnish ancestry in your family tree, this is still a good excuse for a particularly embarrassing office Christmas party – but if we're honest, it was probably all those shots of tequila that were the problem.

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Scott Disick made his return to Instagram last night, confirming his exit from the rehab facility in Malibu where he's been receiving treatment for the past four weeks. 

It is not yet clear whether he completed his program there or just left the clinic (which wouldn't be surprising), but he certainly left in style, as his latest IG post shows him boarding a private plane. 

 

Private aviation is my motivation

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Us Weekly reports that the clinic Scott attended also offers personalised plans, so this could mean the reality star is still under watch.

In Scott's last IG, shared just before he entered rehab, was a message written on a chalkboard that said, "Never give up," and – for his family's sake – we sure hope he didn't. 

Many of Scott's fans took to IG to wish him the best, with one commenting, "I hope you feel better and you can take care of your family Scott." Another wrote, "Hang in there – prayers your way! Addiction is never easy." 

But some users were not very supportive, writing under his picture, "Kourtney certainly deserves better," and one more saying, "Money is not all in life… You will never have a family that love you if you don't change."

Let's hope Scott is back in good health and hasn't given up on changing his life around. 

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The fast food company—which is home to the black bun burger and chicken fries—has launched a bid to become the first chain to sell alcohol in its restaurants.

The company's goal is to bring in plastic bottles filled with beer into its premises from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.

Burger King has officially applied for alcohol licenses at four locations in England, including Newcastle-under-Lyme, Blackpool, Hull, and Bury St. Edmunds.

If the application is successful, they are then planning to implement the new idea into all of their chain stores.

A spokesperson for the Britain-based branch of the company said, "We're just catching up with the rest of the world, really." 

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Whether it's a Saturday night blow-out or a few cheeky cocktails, a night of drinking can rack up far more calories than you might think.

Carb-heavy drinks, sugary mixers, post-pub chips… it all adds up.

If you're planning a night out this weekend but don't want to throw your clean-eating plans out the window, then it's important to plan ahead.

Being mindful of what you consume can go a huge way towards keeping you on track when it comes to dropping the pounds.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind…

1. Eat BEFORE you drink
Drinking on an empty stomach is NOT the way to lose weight, despite what you might think. Not only will it result in huge blood sugar spikes, but you'll get tipsier faster, meaning you're more likely to choose drinks and food that will send your diet flying out the window. Eat at least a light meal or a filling snack before you head out on the town.

2. Know your drinks
The cocktail menu can be a bit of a diet disaster – it's generally full of syrupy mixers and high calorie alcohol options. If you want a mixed drink, choose soda water or slimline tonic as your base. When it comes to beer, choose a low-carb or light version, or keep things simple with a glass of white wine or prosecco.

3. Water, water, water
Space out your drinking by ordering a glass of still or sparking water (whatever you prefer) with each drink, and not ordering your next round until the water is finished. Not only will you be inclined to drink far less, but by keeping hydrated you're already helping ease tomorrow's hangover.

4. Avoid mindless nibbing
Peanuts, finger food and bags of crisps are all readily available on a night out, but if they do show up on your table, it's time to get focused. Either say 'no' or sit somewhere where the food is out of arm's reach. If you have to lean over three people to get to those cocktail sausages, you'll find you'll eat far fewer of them.

5. Plan what you'll eat afterwards
If you're inclined to get the munchies after a night out, be one step ahead of your tipsy self. Either scope out late-night food joints nearby that have healthy options, or pre-prepare some guilt free snacks for when you arrive home, like carrot sticks and hummus or a bag of light popcorn. Convenience is key.

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If you've been doing a Sober October or are considering a Dry January after Christmas, you can give yourself a little pat on the back right now.

A new study has found that refraining from alcohol for just one month could have huge health benefits – and not just in the short term.

Adults who removed alcohol from their diet for four weeks saw improved liver function, a lowering of blood pressure and a drop in cholesterol levels, according to research from University College London.

They also reduced their risk of developing diabetes and liver disease, two illnesses which are both often linked to alcohol and sugar-heavy lifestyles.

Of course, cutting out cocktails and cider for a month has short-term perks too – participants noted weight loss, better sleeping patters and improved focus. 

Of the 102 adults studied, the women had been taking in an average of 29 units of alcohol a week, while the men had been having an average of 31 – both almost doubt the recommended weekly amounts for Irish adults.

Considering cutting out alcohol for a while?  A good start is to reduce your weekly alcohol intake by having a glass of water between each drink and making a note of how many units you generally consume on a night out.

If you're not sure how many units are in your favourite drinks, here's a guideline. 

1 pint of beer = 2 standard units

 

1 pub measure of spirits (gin, vodka, whiskey, rum etc) = 1 unit

 

1 pint of cider = 2 units

 

1 small glass of wine = 1 unit

 

1 bottle of wine = 8 units

 

1 4% alcopop (small bottle) = 1 unit

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The folk of this isle love a good seisún… So it's no surprise that more than half of tourists visit Ireland because of our pubs.

Yes, it's been found that our heritage and culture are still the most popular reasons for people to travel to our beautiful green nation. 

A total of 57 percent of tourists surveyed recently said that culture and heritage were their main reason for visiting Ireland. Meanwhile, 54 percent said that the traditional Irish pub was the factor that most influenced their decision to come here. 

Three in five respondents said that the Irish themselves are the reason for coming over here in the first place (go us!), and a quarter said in the survey that 'friendly' was the word that came to mind when they thought about the nationality. 

The survey questioned a total of 500 tourists from the US, Canada, France, Germany and the UK and was carried out by Support Your Local – a campaign which aims to cut excise tax on alcohol.

Noreen O'Sullivan, a publican from Tipperary, said that the high excise duty on alcohol is damaging the industry. 

"As it stands, excise is around 31 percent on beer, 68 percent  on whiskey, and 64 percent on wine. These taxes are damaging our competitiveness and costing jobs," she said.

Bart Storan, who runs the Support Your Local campaign, said, "Our pubs and hospitality are renowned globally as part of the Irish character and experience. 

"In every city, town and village, pubs are part of the unique fabric of the community, supporting jobs, catalysing spending, and sharing our story around the world."

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As all those who've been on a J1 will know – the legal drinking age in the US is a sometimes irritating 21 years.

Which might well pose a problem for anyone – no matter who they are – wishing to herald their 18 years with a champagne toast.

In fact, we've been wondering how a certain Kylie Jenner, who – finally! – turns 18 on August 10, will mark her milestone birthday… considering clubs and bars in her homeland are out.

Well, it has now been revealed that she's come up with a simple solution: jetting out of the United States and hitting Canada, where several provinces boast an 18-and-over alcohol policy.

​Yes, Kylie is throwing a mega-bash at Beach Club in Montreal. Basically, it's Canada’s answer to Ibiza – a mini party island with a beach, pool, A-list DJs and lots of booze. 

And rather than spending the night necking alcopops and doing shots at the bar while sporadically dipping into cocktail sausages and spicy potato wedges, Kylie's being paid €175,000 by Olivier Primeau, the club's owner, just to show up.

In fact, the reality TV star will be choppered in, landing on a luxury boat that will dock next to a table stocked with bubbly. She'll also celebrate with a giant €2,750 cake.

The venue itself is already gearing up for the unveiling: yesterday Oliver Primeau posted an image of bottles of Moet champagne signed by the famous revellers who have previously partied at Beach Club.

"The collection is about to get bigger," he said via his own account. "Can you guess who we're going to announce next?"

Sounds like it's going to be a night to remember. 

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Look, we’ve all been there at 4 o’clock in the morning standing outside McDonalds with two paper bags in hand and attempting to count some coppers to make sure you’ve got enough cash to get yourself home.

A commonly asked question around the world on a Saturday night is ‘food or a taxi home?’

There’s nothing to feel guilty about, because apparently there’s a scientific explanation.

Alcohol is a depressant. Meaning: even if you took an ‘eat clean feel mean and lean’ approach to your eating habits all week, after a few cocktails with pals on a Saturday night you’re inclined to not give a crap about the diet and eat two pizza slices at once.

“By increasing the activity of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), people when highly intoxicated may engage in behaviours that they would normally do when sober,” Dr. Mike Fenster, author of Fallacy of the Calorie said. “These can run the gamut from violent or sexually flirtatious behaviours to less immediately destructive impulsive and risk-taking behaviours.”

Basically, scientific research proves that after a late night you are chemically wired to want all of the BLT sandwiches with extra cheese you can get your hands on. It’s not actually even your fault!

 

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Alcohol tricks your stomach into wanting all of the food you can imagine.

“Several studies have shown short-term stimulation of appetite by alcohol ingestion,” Dr. Fenster said.

Alcohol messes with your appetite control and boosts your hunger levels, apparently. Unfortunately there isn’t a whole lot you can do to avoid the affects unless you’re willing to cut out alcohol completely.

“Whatever the exact mechanism, the result is that when you get drunk alcohol storms your Bastille of inhibitions and sets loose those hard-wired, instinctive and pleasure filled behaviors. And when it comes to food, those rioters are the salty, sweet and fatty treats,” says Dr Fenster.

All things in moderation seems to be the key to success, but hey, at least we know it’s not completely our fault we ate 3 Big Macs and an entire tub of ice-cream last weekend. Blame it on the alcohol. 

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The happy drunk, the sloppy drunk, the what-in-God's-name-is-going-on-with-you drunk… it's safe to say we're all guilty of acting a little differently when we're under the influence.

Next time you're down the pub, you can conduct a little social experiment,as per the research carried out by scientists at a US university. Keen to discover exactly how our personalities change after a few too many G&Ts, researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia have categorised drinkers into four distinct categories.

Just like deciding if you're a Carrie or a Samantha, you can now figure out if you're a 'Hemingway' (good) or a 'Hyde' (not so good). The findings were based mainly on how participants' levels of "conscientiousness" (being reliable, organised and prompt) and "intellect" (understanding, being imaginative, knowing what was going on) changed as they got drunk.

Here are the findings – we'll be printing these out for our next cocktail night…

Hemingway a.k.a The "Are you even drunk?" drinker
The 'Hemingways' of this world can hold their drink well and change only slightly when under the influence. The name was inspired by Ernest Hemingway who said he could "drink hells any amount of whiskey without getting drunk."

Mary Poppins a.k.a The "I'm gonna go tell that guy he's GORGEOUS" drinker
Researchers said that this group remained sociable, agreeable and fairly together after a few drinks, though they did display higher levels of confidence, as well as getting louder. We all know a few Marys.

Nutty Professor a.k.a The "I AM BEYONCÉ" drinker
Nutty Professors became far more sociable and confident when drinking that they were in everyday life. To summarise, they're the most likely to be found on the dancefloor surrounded by the gang of new friends they just made while ordering Jagerbombs at the bar.

Hyde a.k.a The "Know the one that's one too many" drinker
The fact that this group were named for Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde should give you an idea of the kind of drinkers we're talking about. Hydes become more disagreeable when they drink and also display lower levels of conscientiousness and intellect. They are the most likely to "incur harm" from their drinking due to hostile behaviour, blackouts or even being arrested.

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