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WVABCA LIMITED 50% INDOOR DINING ADVISORY

5/23/2020

COVID-19 ADVISORY

5/23/2020

UPDATED 5/23/20
Beginning May 23rd - Touch of Texas will be reopening TODAY, May 23rd @ 5pm but following strict guidelines and with limited, OUTDOOR DINING & TAKEOUT ONLY.

Due to these restrictions, we will be adjusting our operating hours to Wednesday-Saturday, 5pm-10pm.

Beginning May 26th - We will reopen INDOOR DINING but following strict guidelines with LIMITED OCCUPANCY.

Operating Hours will be expanded to Wednesday-Saturday, 5pm-1am.

Patrons will be expected to follow the social distancing guidelines issued by our state officials.
All dining tables will be spaced in accordance with WV State guidelines and contactless hand sanitizing stations will be placed in various locations.
Due to these restrictions, we will only permit 21+.

UPDATED 5/23/20
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Do we have to wear a mask?
A. No. Patrons will not be required to wear a mask but will be highly recommended.

Q. Can we play your slot machines?
A. No. State regulated Limited Video Lottery machines are currently disabled statewide.

Q. Will you be allowing 18+ ?
A. No, College night will resume at a later date.

Q. Will you be charging a cover?
A. No. Entry will be free but each person will be carded at the door.

Q. Do we have to order food?
A. Yes. According to the WVABCA Advisory Issued on May 21 - "Patrons may not loiter and continue drinking alcohol without dining. Once patrons have been served and completed dining, then patrons must leave the licensed premises."

Q. Will we be allowed inside?
A. We will begin indoor dining in May 26th. We will only utilize our outdoor space until then.

Q. Can we ride the Mechanical bull?
A. No. Mechanical bull operations will resume at a later date.

Q. What about the restrooms?
A. We have rented outdoor facilities that will be regularly cleaned & sanitized. Indoor facilities can be used on or after May 26th.

Q. Will we have a DJ?
A. No. Background music will be playing. Live DJ nights will resume after we receive further clearance from our state officials.

Q. Will you be hosting line dancing lessons?
A. No, lessons will resume at a later date.

Q. Will you allow smoking?
A. Smoking will be permitted in the grass areas, not on the patio where others will be dining.

For more information,
Visit www.touchoftexaswv.com/covid19

DISCLAIMER:
DUE TO THE CONSTANTLY CHANGING RULES AND REGULATIONS ISSUED BY THE STATE, THESE RULES MAY BE CHANGED DAILY AND WITHOUT NOTICE.

Beer Is a Way Better Partner than You Think

1/24/2020

When it comes to food, beer is its perfect partner. Beer and food seem like a match made in heaven. Beer is a great drink and comes with many antioxidant properties. It has many health benefits, but wine always steals the show in this department. The truth must be told! Beer and wine both have the same amount of antioxidants. Beer also has more amounts of protein and B vitamins in it. A 12-ounce beer serving has 95 – 360 calories. Since you can always drink a smaller serving, you don’t worry about it that much.

Burgers and Beer A good hefty beef or pork burger is everybody’s favorite. Beer seems to elevate its taste by ten times. It is not wrongly said that burgers and beer are a natural pair. Also, wings and beer both seem to be perfect on a hot day of summer. Beer is also perfect for washing down spicy food.

5 Reasons Girls Who Love Tequila Are Awesome

12/27/2019

If She Can Handle Tequila, She'll Probably Handle You as Well.

There's no shortage of alcohol stereotypes out there: wine is for the wise, whiskey is for the tough, and rum is for the pirates. But there is the drink that can only be handled by the very strongest of women. Tequila.

If there's one thing we can certainly agree on, it's that tequila drinking women are rare.

You'll never find anyone who does a better job loving and or fighting than a girl who loves tequila, and here are the reasons why.

1. She's Independent

Tequila-loving women are independent on an entirely new level. They hard to come by, and even harder to keep. A girl who drinks tequila is the same girl who has no problem telling it like it is. They keep it straight up, just like their tequila.

2. She's Always Dancing

These women are not just independent, passionate and sexy. But they're predominately fun. The women who drink tequila are without a double the life of the party. She can dance with you all night long until the morning and be the first one to wake up the next day to do it all over again!

Why You Should Love Your Boozy Lifestyle

12/24/2019

People may always be telling you about the adverse effects of drinking. The things they tell you are very true and you should keep them in mind while drinking. You should not always be boozy and drink like you don’t care about your mental and physical health. Abuse of anything can lead you to destruction, but if you drink responsibly, can have the time of your life.

Drinking once in a while and letting yourself a little loose won’t hurt you. Drinking after a long day can ease your mind and loosen your stiffness a little. Sometimes, it is okay to not think about anything and just have fun.

Are you a GOOD drinking buddy or a BAD drinking buddy?

11/4/2019

It’s Friday night and it’s time to party. You have worked hard throughout the week so you can play even harder on the weekend. A memorable night out has equal parts of great music, great atmosphere, great drinks and great company.

If you live in WV or planning to visit be sure to check out Touch of Texas. There is an epic Ladies Night, great music and yummy cocktails to keep the party going for hours!

There’s nothing better than drinking with a group of friends that are all on the same page. Making memories, having fun and drinking responsibly. Going out with your friends is a great way to relieve stress, let out some steam from the work week and to bond. When done in the right way, drinking can be so much fun. Drinking allows a person to loosen up, unwind and relax or go wild in the best of ways.

On the flipside, they say drinking can often reveal a person’s inner demons. After a few shots a person can transform from Dr. Jekyll into Mr. Hyde quickly. Often this puts a damper on the evening’s festivities and plans. Nobody's got time for drama queens who can’t hold their liquor and turn what is supposed to be a bonding experience into a night of misery.

Nothing can drag down the vibe of the night when someone then a bad drinking buddy,
So a question to ask yourself is are you a good drinking buddy or a bad drinking buddy?

Check out the list below to find out more!

Five Fictional Characters We Would Love To Get Drunk With!

10/8/2019

We have often thought about what it would be like to hook-up with one of our favorite fictional characters or figure out what kind wild adventure we would go on with a fictional character. However, have you ever thought of what kinds of fictional characters you would love to get drunk with?

Here are the top 5 characters, polled by real people of their favorite fictional characters they would love to get a drink with!
Did your favorite make the list? Be sure to comment down below with your fantasy drinking partner!

1. Karen Walker from Will and Grace

Karen Walker is the epitome of class, sass and lushy goodness. She measures hours spent at work with the number of shots she has consumed. She always comes prepared with adult wine boxes when forced to go to her step children’s birthday parties. She loves ordering Cape-Codders *hold the Cran*. This lady won’t judge you if you enjoy a bottle of cheap wine or top-shelf. Having been quoted as saying, “I would drink the alcohol from a deodorant stick.” Karen would just ask you to pour her a drink and make sure it’s to the brim!

2. Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean

I don’t know too many women (and some men) who would deny this captain a fun romp on a deserted island. Jack is crass. He is a bit dirty. He is great at swinging his sword. He loves his rum! If you love adventures, the beach, getting a tan, fighting off curses from your enemies and rum, then this is the man to get drunk with. The rum will always be flowing when you party with Jack Sparrow. Excuse me, CAPTAIN Jack Sparrow.

5 Surprising Perks of CBD Cocktails

9/30/2019

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a cannabis-derived chemical substance that doesn't get you high and has many health benefits. Due to its popularity as a healing wonder, you can now find a lot of different products and concoctions that have CBD as an ingredient. Take, for instance, CBD cocktails.

Yes, CBD cocktails are a thing nowadays. If you worry about mixing CBD with an alcoholic beverage, worry no more. CBD-infused cocktails don't get you overbaked, but rather give you a natural and relaxing feeling.
If you want to know more about CBD and why it's perfect as an ingredient in your favorite cocktails, here are some essential facts that you should know.

Man Uses Gator To Shotgun A Beer While Cranking Lynyrd Skynyrd

9/24/2019

Come on Florida...

Honestly, there is no reason for me to even write “Florida” in the title of this article. You see a guy using a gator to shotgun beer while cranking some Skynyrd and it just screams FLORIDA at the top of its fucking sunshine state lungs. I mean, all we’re missing is a little meth and maybe some type of sexual activity in a public place and we’d have a first-ballot Florida Man hall of famer on our hands.

First things first, don’t do this. Don’t use animals, even an alligator that could bite your hand off, for your stupid videos. Then again, me posting it, is exactly why he did it, so maybe I’m part of the problem. Anyways, Brad and Chad over here are apparently on a some sort of a drunken, Lynyrd Skynyrd gator hunt when Chad decides to throw a can in this poor gator’s mouth and and proceed to shotgun a Michelob Ultra like the hardest hardo that’s ever sailed the swamps of Florida.

Naturally, this doofus got roasted in the comments.
“God I want him to get B I T.”

“God I wanted it to bite him so bad.”

“Imagine: you’re just a gator chilling in the water when all of a sudden receding hairline Brett, Vice president Of Beta Kappa Bullshit, yanks out of the water so he can send a shit video of himself shotgunning some 4.5% beer to barstoolsports.”

Be better Chad. Be better. And, this tip is for free… you’ll never look cool shotgunning a Michelob Ultra… NEVER.

A Beer a Day Keeps The Doctor Away

9/10/2019

There are so many varying opinions about beer and whether or not it really tastes good. But did you know that there is some real science behind beer and our opinions of the flavor? It’s true! For those who don’t enjoy the taste of beer, it means that your bitter taste triggers are a bit stronger than that of others. And, this trigger is actually designed to keep you from consuming dangerous food and drink.

This said, would you try harder to like beer if you knew that it was actually good for you? Yes, this is a fact too. There have been oodles of studies done that shows that beer actually comes with some health benefits. It may seem like a bit of a conundrum to know that the very substance that our bodies may be telling us is dangerous, is actually good for us when consumed in safe moderation. So for those who allow themselves to indulge in a beer a day, it could help keep the doctor away.

7 Fun Facts About Health Benefits of Beer

Beer has as many antioxidants as wine. Though the specific antioxidants are a bit different due to the differing flavonoids in barley and hops, the antioxidants are still in there. Not only that, but beer contains more protein and vitamin B than wine too. And if you are a vitamin junkie, you’ll love knowing that beer also contains iron, calcium, fiber, and phosphates.
Beer can prevent painful kidney stones. If you have ever had the unfortunate experience of suffering from a kidney stone, you know that you never want to suffer that anguish again. Though consuming excessive amounts of alcohol can cause kidney stones, beer that is consumed in moderation can actually lower your risk. According to the American Addiction Centers, beer, white wine, and red wine can all contribute to a lessened risk of the development of kidney stones.
Beer is good for your bad cholesterol. A high LDL (low-density lipoproteins) can lead to a buildup of cholesterol in your arteries, which can increase your risk for coronary artery disease. Yet, beer contains soluble fiber. When you increase your intake of soluble fiber, it can promote healthy blood-sugar and blood-cholesterol levels.
Beer is good for your heart. With a lower risk of coronary artery disease tied to the consumption of beer in healthy moderation, you will have a lesser risk of heart attack, stroke, or heart disease.
Beer builds stronger bones. Beer contains silicon which is believed to slow the prevalence of bone loss, and can also help you to avoid the development of osteoporosis. Beers that contain higher quantities of malted barley and hops are excellent sources of silicon. Pale ales have higher levels of silicon. Non-alcoholic beers, wheat beers, and light lagers have lower levels of silicon.
Beer is a stress reducer. We’re not talking about the stress relief that comes from hanging out with your friends and kicking back a few beers. Two glasses of beer a day is actually good for your stress levels. However, in some cases, beer can be linked to higher levels of anxiety and depression, so it important that you monitor who beer makes you feel, and adjust your habits.
Beer can improve memory and cognitive function. Yes, you get a two-fer deal on this one. Not only will beer help you remember things better, but it can make your brain more effective. Related to this, beer can also help protect our bodies from the onset of dementia.

Of course, with any alcohol consumption, it is important that it is enjoyed in moderation. However, when you drink responsibly, it is great to know that you may also be doing some good for your body while you are having a good time!