The States Where Golfers Drink the Most Beer Per Round
Golf is great. It’s one of the only sports where it’s completely normal to drink beer (and be slightly buzzed) while doing it. Heck, some of y’all get totally blitzed…
Nico Echavarria of Columbia is doused with beer as he is congratulated on the 18th green after winning the Puerto Rico Open.
Carmen Mandato via Getty ImagesGolf is great. It's one of the only sports where it's completely normal to drink beer (and be slightly buzzed) while doing it. Heck, some of y'all get totally blitzed on the links. Since the onset of the pandemic, the world of golf has seen a remarkable surge in popularity.
A recent survey decided to gauge the drinking habits of 1,500 golfers spread across the United States. The focus was on discovering which states embraced the art of enjoying a cold beer while simultaneously attempting to master the athletic nuances of golf.
Taking center stage as the frontrunner is none other than Florida, the sunshine state famous for its vibrant lifestyle. Here, the average golfer is apparently adept at consuming an impressive 4.8 beers per 18-hole round. It's worth speculating that this enthusiastic embrace of the beverage might be due to Florida's vacation allure. The state also has a reputation for quirky events.
Securing the second position is Texas with an average consumption of 4.6 beers per round. Following closely are North Carolina and New Mexico, both clocking in at 4.3 beers. Sharing a collective fifth place, Pennsylvania, Nevada and Missouri all boast an average of 4.2 beers per round.
In stark contrast, Utah takes the spotlight for being the most sober golfing state. Utahan golfers consume just 1.1 beers per round on average. This is closely followed by Massachusetts and Vermont, each at 1.6 beers, while Nebraska and Washington stand at 1.7.
Midway through this beer-imbued journey are states like: Minnesota, Georgia, and California. They keep the spirit alive with an average of around 3.5 beers per round.
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Expanding the horizons of this survey, the researchers decided to leap across the Atlantic to the United Kingdom where golf is a much-revered sport. The results revealed a striking contrast in drinking habits. Apparently, golfing with a buzz isn't a common sight across the pond as British golfers consume less than half a beer per round on average. This implies that most British golfers prefer to keep their drinking tendencies away from the serene greens of the course.
Best Rooftop Bars In Las Vegas That Will Make You Feel Fancy
Summer time in Las Vegas means tis the season for rooftop bars!
There's nothing quite as beautiful when you're sipping a cocktail and overlooking the Las Vegas strip.
According to Liquor.com, some of the most popular cocktails right now are espresso martinis tequila, mocking birds (tequila, watermelon, fresh lime juice, and jalapeño), rositas (essentially a tequila negroni), Aperol Spritzs and colletti royales (tequila reposado, triple sec, elderflower liqueur, blood orange juice, lime juice).
Add a rooftop and a city skyline to this equation of tasty, sparkly cocktails, and you'll get an amazing night.
With that being said, the history of rooftops, bars and happy hours is actually an interesting story.
According to Bloomberg News, the origin of the now-popular roof top bar stems from the 1880s. Rudolph Aronson was a New York conductor and musician. He took a trip to Europe and saw urban gardens performing music or theater acts, which attracted a pretty substantial audience.
Upon arriving back to New York, Aronson recreated the situation he saw in Europe. Except, he added a little twist. Instead of creating an urban garden on the street, he created a "Moorish-styles Casino Theatre" on his roof.
Due to no air conditioning, theaters often were excruciatingly hot and unbearable to sit through. Aronson's rooftop-style theater became an escape for many people, offering a little "staycation" for those who wanted to escape the stuffy city for a few hours, and it was far less hot on the roofs. These rooftop theaters became bigger and better as the money started pouring in.
People came to these rooftop spots to "let loose" with dances such as “The Roof Garden Two-Step” becoming popular in 1885. As time went on, the idea of "tall apartment" buildings became a symbol of class and economic status. If you could afford to live, party, etc. with an apartment building with an elevator then you were deemed as wealthy.
"The crowded city no longer separated its rich and poor laterally by neighborhood," Bloomberg states in the article.
After a few dips and upticks in popularity, the modern-day rooftop emerged as a vision from excited developers. Rooftops started to become neoclassical city hall with lush gardens, dwindling real estate on the "street level" of cities also created more innovation when it came to rooftop design.
The vision of Aronson's original rooftop bar isn't far off from what we see today. Currently, we have tons of beautiful rooftop bars in Las Vegas that offer entertainment, amazing cuisine and craft cocktails that allows people to escape from their everyday cacophony of noise, family, bills, money and more.
Now, rooftop bars are a staple when it comes to celebrations, brunch with loved ones or a night on the town. We love our rooftop bars in Las Vegas because it's simply a luxurious feeling to drink cocktails while looking at the beautiful glittering light of Sin City.
Below are some of our favorite rooftop bars in Las Vegas that will make you feel like you're entranced in a different world.
Taverna Costera
Address: 1031 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Taverna Costera is located right in the heart of the Arts District. From having delicious food, a little coffee shop and beautiful art, this downtown gem is perfect for any night out. The rooftop is beautiful, and they have live bands playing frequently.
Merchant Logo ZAI Nightlife - Las Vegas
Address: 700 E Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101
ZAI is an open-air nightclub and bar near Fremont Street. The property has gone through a couple of facelifts and name changes. But, the most recent venture infuses gastronomy, Latin American flavors and artistic flairs to create an unforgettable experience in Las Vegas. The bar and cuisine is tasty. During the weekends, the rooftop gets electrified with people dancing and having fun.
Legacy Club
Address: Located inside of the Circa Resort & Casino
The Legacy Club is the epitome of Las Vegas luxury. The view from the top of Circa Resort & Casino is utterly breathtaking. It's the perfect cocktail lounge for a date, celebration, special occasion, etc. Getting a reservation during sunset is also worth it. The glow of orange and yellow covering the city while the sun sets into the horizon is a spectacle that everyone should experience.
Foundation Room
Address: Located inside Mandalay Bay
Another Las Vegas staple that made the list, the Foundation Room is iconic in history and clientele. The environment is luxurious, and the food is delicious. Some of the highlighted menu items include Skuna Bay Salmon, Korean Fried Chicken, bao buns, fresh market fish and more.
Beer Park
Address: Located inside of The Paris Las Vegas
If you're looking for a more casual rooftop experience then check out Beer Park. It overlooks the major "tourist" hot spots of Las Vegas like the Bellagio Fountains. Instead of cocktails, this bar focuses on craft beers, elevated traditional bar food and a fun atmosphere that's perfect during sports games.
Commonwealth
Address: 525 E Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Another fixture in Downtown Las Vegas, Commonwealth is a popular spot among college students and younger tourist, who are looking for an energetic bar that's perfect for a night of club hopping. According to the bar's website, they mostly play hip-hop and open format music.
We All Scream
Address: 517 E Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101
This bar is also an ice scream shop that features DJs, art and more. 'The rooftop features a custom ice cream cone-shaped DJ booth and 360-degree views of downtown," the bar's website states.
Downtown Terrace Kitchen & Bar
Address: 707 E Fremont St Suite 1170, Las Vegas, NV 89101 in Downtown's Container Park
This rooftop kitchen and bar offers a different ambience compared to the other bars in Downtown Las Vegas. This rooftop is more of a lounge than a jumpy dance club. It's located in Container Park, so it's slightly separated from the business of Downtown.
BrewDogs
Address: 3767 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109'
From rotating guest breweries, an in-house microbrewery and over 30 beers available on top, this is two stories of heaven for any beer lover. The view is great and gives guests a full view of the Las Vegas Strip.
GhostBar
Adress: Palms Casino Resort
When the Palms shuttered its doors, many of us were sad that the GhostBar closed alongside it. However, after the Palms re-opened, we were elated to see the GhostBar making a comeback! This rooftop bar over looks the city, and it's an iconic venue for many Las Vegas parties, celebrations and celebrity appearances.
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