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Whether you are backpacking, camping, hiking, on a business trip, etc, it is always a good idea to have some water around to keep you hydrated. Check out our list to see what other drink related items you might like to bring along on your trip.
"Some people drink from the fountain of knowledge, others just gargle." - Robert Newton Anthony
Item Type | |
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Water BottleKeeping hydrated is important. An empty water bottle can also be refilled in an airport. | |
WineAn alcoholic beverage made from grapes and subject to a duty free allowance. | |
BeerAlcoholic beverage made from fermented grain. Subject to alcohol duty allowances. | |
SpiritsCovers a range of alcoholic drinks that are subject to duty allowances. | |
Coffee BeansCoffee beans last longer than ground coffee. | |
Ground CoffeeCoffee beans that have been ground. Better when freshly ground from coffee beans. | |
Instant CoffeeA powder that when combined with water quickly creates coffee and has a fairly long shelf life. Unlike brewing ground coffee, there are no coffee grounds left to clean up. | |
Coffee BrewerA device used to make coffee. There are many different styles available. | |
Coffee CupA cup to drink coffee from. | |
Coffee GrinderUsed to make freshly ground coffee from coffee beans. | |
Coffee ScalesUsed to measure out an amount of coffee if you are looking for consistency in your brew. | |
Coffee FilterPasses water through to extract the coffee and traps unwanted coffee ground entering the final coffee. | |
Tea BagsA small bag with holes containing dried plant material to make tea or an infusion when combined with hot water. | |
Tea LeavesAn alternative to tea bags. | |
Tea Steeper/Infuser/StrainerUse with your tea leaves to make a fresh cuppa. | |
TeapotAdd tea leaves and some hot water. | |
SugarIf you want to sweeten your drink. | |
MilkIf you like milk in your beverage. | |
Fruit JuiceNote that fruit juice without preservatives will need to be consumed shortly after opening, so check the packaging. | |
Soda/Pop/Soft/Fizzy DrinkUse as a mixer or drink on their own. | |
Soda WaterCarbonated water with low levels of salts. | |
Tonic WaterCarbonated water with dissolved quinine giving a bitter flavor. Popular mixer for gin. | |
WaterThe body is made of around 60% water, so keep hydrated to stay in top shape. | |
Sports DrinkDrinks formulated to help athletes rehydrate and recover electrolytes after strenuous exercise. Note there are often a lot of calories. | |
Flavored WaterWater where some form of sweetener and artificial or natural flavor are added. Maybe contains other additives, eg, vitamins. | |
Energy DrinkA drink that contains some kind of stimulant, like caffeine, sugar, etc. Aims to promote alertness, physical and mental energy. | |
Sparkling WineWine mixed with carbon dioxide to make it fizzy. Champagne is a type of sparkling wine, but can only come from the Champagne region of France. | |
Hot ChocolateNormally a cocoa powder that can be mixed with options of hot water, milk, chocolate, cream and sweeteners to create a chocolate flavored drink. | |
Ginger DrinkGinger granules mixed with sugar and sometimes other sweeteners like honey. Combine the granules with hot water or use ginger root and boil. | |
Iced TeaCan be a form of cold tea, or a pre-packaged drink. | |
Vegetable JuiceChoose a favorite vegetable or a combination. | |
IceIce blocks can be used to make a drink cool and refreshing. | |
CreamAdd richness to a drink or food with some cream. |
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