Beverage refers to any type of potable liquid that can be drunk, except medicines and water. In Hospitality terminology, it refers to any type of intoxicating and non-intoxicating drink, which is consumed by human either to quench the thirst or for enjoyment, refreshment, nourishment or relaxation are per human need. Beverage is derived from Latin word 'bever' meaning rest or repose from work. Any potable liquid with the exception of medicine and water is called a beverage. In hospitality terminology, beverage are usually alcoholic or non-alcoholic.
For example : Wine, Beer, Rum etc are alcoholic beverage whereas Tea, Coffee, Juice, etc are non-alcoholic beverage.
Beverage compensates the fluid loss due to perspiration work. It supplies essential nutrients to the body.
For example : Milk supplies Calcium and fruit juices supplies vitamin C which are other wise deficient in the blood.
Certain beverages like Tea and Coffee stimulates our vital organs particularly the heart and the kidney because they contain caffeine.
Some beverage induce sleep.
Example : a small drink of brandy is an excellent night cap after a meal.
