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15 06 2016
What to Know: Beverage v Drink
Written by: Saija
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The words Beverage and Drink at face value are the same and are frequently used interchangeably. But, is there a difference between their meanings and application?

Beverage

Drink

Noun

Verb/ Noun

A liquid to consume

To consume a liquid

Relates to brew/ hot beverage, e.g. tea, coffee, beer etc.

Relates to soft/ cold drink, e.g. carbonated soft drink, wine, liqueur

Excludes water

Excludes water

First used: 1250 – 1300 AD

First used: 850 – 900 AD

Of Old French origin: bevrage (from Latin: bibere)

Of Old English origin: drinken, drincan

Synonyms: gulp, imbibe, quaff, sip

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