We know it's tough staying home, here are some great ideas to have drinks with friends while staying safe and healthy. Just because we aren’t living the routine lifestyle, doesn’t mean we can’t indulge in some of our old routines (just, you know, virtually).
Morning Coffee Runs:
Missing that morning cup of joe with your BFF? Brew it up virtual style! Throw on your video chat while making breakfast or simply grab a cup and head out to the front porch with your smartphone and some air pods. Brew some Harney & Sons Classic Peppermint Tea if you’re feeling cozy or start the day off with a refreshing Starbucks Frappuccino Mocha.
PRO TIP: Freeze some leftover coffee or tea in ice cubes. Makes a delicious icy addition to your favorite beverage without watering it down. Or throw it in the blender with some bananas and milk for a tasty frozen treat. It’s never too early to treat yourself.
Weekday Lunch Dates:
Just because you can’t visit your favorite bistro doesn’t mean that you can’t still grab lunch with someone special. Whether it’s just to catch up or break-up the boredom, fight the urge to microwave another frozen meal and take your lunch break to the next level. If you’re feeling extra fancy, pour a glass of O.Vine White Wine Alcohol-Free Gently Sparkling Essence Water. Drinking on the job, even when working from home, can be a big no-no. Get the same experience, without the alcohol, with this delicious sparkling beverage. Whip up a scrumptious grilled chicken salad to pair with this and you’re looking classier by the second (even if you’re still wearing your house slippers).
PRO TIP: Take your lunch outdoors! Do you have a patio or back deck? Break out the outdoor furniture and enjoy some Vitamin D on your break. You could even order in (just take safety precautions).
Friday Night Happy Hour:
Friday night happy hours are the hot new thing. Friends gather around their laptops and share their screens with their friends for a night of fun while still being safe & healthy (now that’s smart thinking). Grab some mixers (we love Boylan Heritage Tonic or Brooklyn Crafted Lemon Lime Ginger Beer - yum!) and get the party started.
PRO TIP: Make it a game night! If you and your friends all own some popular games, set it up so you can play through your screens. It may take some logistics on your part, but it can still be just as fun and hilarious. If you’re looking to kick things up a notch, make a drinking game for every time someone’s screen freezes, when their kids, pets, or S.O. blocks the screen, etc. This is the time to start thinking outside the box people!
We all miss being out and about and if you’re a social butterfly, this can be a trying time. Fear not! You can still experience some of your favorite parts of the day with a little help from your (virtual) friends and beverageuniverse.com.