Why Drinking Alcohol Through A Straw Might Not Be A Good Idea

Dentists can argue that drinking acidic beverages such as coffee via a straw is beneficial as it will slow down the wear of tooth enamel and curtail cavities. But what about gulping down alcohol through a paper or plastic tube? Sipping on liquor with a straw is actually more harmful to your body than you think; the act isn't a good idea for both taste and physical reasons. Washing down a meal with a bottle of beer by using a straw can make you bloat more due to the carbonation, and can be uncomfortable as more airflow is ingested with the alcohol.  

Utilizing a straw to swallow the liquor is also a big no-no because it can hasten the pace at which the drink is guzzled down. This will surely lead to wanting to order more rounds of cocktails more frequently and theoretically can make you drunk faster. It will only make consumption more accessible but won't change the speed in which your body soaks up the alcohol. 

There has been another idea that has floated around which states that straw usage will impact the flavor of alcohol in an unfavorable way. Slowly sipping the liquor from a glass cup will let you taste all the flavors at once and will allow you to smell the scents present in the drink. According to science, what we believe is taste, is in fact derived from our sense of smell. But when a straw is used it will detour this process and can dull the aromatic notes. You won't be able to fully take in the undertones of the drink you spent a small fortune on at Midtown's hottest new rooftop bar.

It's also somewhat against social norms (but you do you) to take a swig of white wine or beer from a straw. The traditional bar scene often sees patrons slurping on the booze from bottles or fancy cups and it can seem socially and aesthetically unusual to be drinking from a plastic tube. For those who are conscious about keeping their face looking young and wrinkle-free, using straws is not ideal. Doing this act regularly by puckering your lips excessively can ultimately lead to lip wrinkles as time passes.