The Surprising Science of Mixing Wine with Soda
Published on: Jan. 18, 2026, 12:03 p.m. | Source: The Indian Express
Lionel Messi recently revealed his surprising recreational drink: wine mixed with Sprite. While the Argentinian footballer uses it to relax under the Miami sun, health experts warn about the "fizzy" science behind this habit. Dr. Pooja Pillai explains that the carbon dioxide in soda speeds up alcohol absorption, making it hit the bloodstream significantly faster.
