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Various forms of alcohol appear in all games of the Fallout series.
Overview[]
Alcoholic beverages have been available throughout the Fallout series in varying forms. In the "classic" set of games — Fallout, Fallout 2, and Fallout Tactics — alcohol served little purpose, providing no obviously beneficial effects, and being useful only under certain, limited circumstances. In later games this was changed; alcoholic beverages in Fallout 3, Fallout: New Vegas and Fallout 4 all provide both beneficial and negative effects. Fallout: New Vegas, in particular, places extra emphasis on whiskey through the Whiskey Rose companion perk, essentially turning the item into a combat chem while the perk is active.
Types[]
- Beer, one of the oldest alcoholic drinks brewed from cereal grains.
Examples[]
Absinthe[]
Absinthe is a green, highly alcoholic beverage derived from wormwood, fennel, aniseed and other herbs.
Alcohol-Z[]
Alcohol-Z is a non-alcoholic synthetic beverage, made only in Vault City.[1][2] Essentially, there is no real "Alcohol-Z" item, as the dialogue option does nothing except give $20 to the bartender and increase your "drinking" stat for the purposes of the perks.
Battle Brew[]
Battle brew is a potent concoction made from vodka, mutated cave fungi, and salient green. The mixture has no Charisma bonus, but the drinker will be healed and be given greater resistance to injury.
Booze[]
This generic and nonspecific form of alcohol can be found or purchased throughout the Wasteland and most notably, in consolidated communities and settlements.
Bourbon[]
A type of whiskey made specifically from corn mash. It is apparently served in Broken Hills.[3]
Dirty Wastelander[]
A Dirty Wastelander is a cocktail made my mixing whiskey, Nuka-Cola, and mutfruit. Like most alcoholic beverages, it raises Strength and Charisma, but lowers Intelligence.
Jake Juice[]
Despite being a rare version of Scotch, it has exactly the same effects and value as Scotch.
Moonshine[]
Moonshine is an high-ethanol alcoholic beverage which has a more pronounced effect on the user's personality than other types, giving a greater boost to Charisma. Like other alcohol, it raises Strength but lowers Intelligence for the duration of its effects.
Nuka-Cola Dark[]
This particular variation of Nuka-Cola became the company's attempt at entering the alcoholic beverage market and appeal to the adult demographic. A ready to drink of Nuka-Cola and rum boasting an alcohol-by-volume content of 35%,[4] the beverage was touted as "the most thirst-quenching way to unwind." Unsurprisingly, those partaking in the drink were recommended to not operate motor vehicles or heavy machinery for at least eight hours after drinking, and encourage women who are pregnant or may become pregnant to avoid the drink.[5] Still, it found success in many of the finer lounges and restaurants across the nation.[6]
Nukashine[]
A high-proof distilled spirit mixed with Nuka-Cola Quantum and nuclear waste.
Roentgen rum[]
A "glow in the dark" type of rum, named after Wilhelm Roentgen, which results in various changes in Perception.
Rot gut[]
A very strong, potentially toxic liquor found around the west coast.
Rum[]
A spirit produced by fermenting sugarcane byproducts, like molasses or sugarcane juice, used in a variety of cocktails, like Long Island Iced Tea[7] and Rum & Nuka.
Rum & Nuka[]
Rum & Nuka is a simple cocktail of Nuka-Cola and rum.
Scotch[]
Scotch is a variant of whiskey that raises Strength and Charisma at the cost of lowering Intelligence. While bottles should have an orange-brownish color, they are actually translucent.
Sierra Madre martini[]
The Sierra Madre martini is a potent alcoholic beverage brewed by Dean Domino using toxins from the Cloud and pre-War junk food. Unusually for a form of alcohol, it does not have any immediate negative effects.
Tequila W[]
A synthetic non-alcoholic spirit designed to taste like tequila that is served in Vault City.[2]
Tequila W2[]
Another synthetic non-alcoholic tequila served in Vault City.[2]
Vodka[]
Vodka is a distilled alcoholic beverage, made mostly from water and ethanol made from a fermented substance such as rye, wheat, potatoes or sugar beet molasses. It is also the world's most popular spirit beverage.
Vodka-H[]
A synthetic non-alcoholic liquor designed to taste like vodka.[2]
Wasteland tequila[]
Wasteland tequila is an alcoholic drink which can be brewed using agave cactus. Like many other types of alcohol, it boosts Charisma and Strength whilst lowering Intelligence for the duration of its effects. It also gives added resistance to poison.
Whiskey[]
Whiskey is a type of distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash. Drinking it increases Strength and Charisma while lowering Intelligence. The brands most commonly found in the wastes are Olde Royale and Uisce Beatha.
Wine[]
Wine is an alcoholic beverage made from the fermentation of grape juice. It is produced by fermenting crushed grapes using various types of yeast which consume the sugars found in the grapes and convert them into alcohol.
There are several vintages available in the wasteland, including 2055 Chateau Lafayette[8], the 2043 Chateau Montrose[9], and the 2064 Atomic Claret.[10]
Mentioned-only[]
Champagne[]
A sparkling white wine produced from grapes grown in the Champagne region of France. The term is commonly used for any sparkling wine, regardless of the origin of the grapes.[11]
Chianti[]
A wine produced in the Chianti region of Tuscany, Italy.[12][13]
Maddog 30/30[]
A low end fortified wine, likely 30% alcohol by volume in 30 ounce containers.[2]
Triple sec[]
An orange flavored liqueur used in a variety of cocktails.[7]
See also[]
References
- ↑ The Chosen One: "{149}{}{What synthesized alcohols do you have?}"
Vault City bartender: "{153}{}{We have synthetic derivatives H and T, and we recently brewed an extremely popular mixture, "Alcohol-Z," which has a rich pseudo micro-brewery flavor. Each is modestly priced at twenty dollars a glass.}"
(Vccoubar.msg) - ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 The Chosen One: "{120}{}{What's on tap?}"
Lydia: "{145}{}{We have synthetic beers and liquor...vodka-H, tequila derivatives W and W2. Oh, and water. And brahmin milk. Beer or liquor is ten bucks, water or milk's three bucks.}"
(Vcdwnbar.msg) - ↑ Elmo: "{113}{}{Geez...one bourbon, one scotch, and one beer, and suddenly I'm in jail.}"
(HCELMO.MSG) - ↑ Nuka Cola Dark label
- ↑ World of Refreshment tour: "Hey Mom and Dad, are you ready for a night out on the town? Then pick up an ice-cold Nuka-Cola Dark and experience the most thirst-quenching way to unwind. Nuka-Cola Dark: that refreshingly familiar Nuka-Cola taste with a light alcoholic twist. 35% alcohol by volume. Do not consume Nuka-Cola Dark if you are pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant. Do not operate motor vehicles or heavy machinery for at least 8 hours after drinking."
(World of Refreshment announcer's dialogue) - ↑ Nuka-World loading screen hints: "Nuka-Cola Dark was the corporation's attempt at entering the alcoholic beverage market. Boasting 35% alcohol-by-volume, the unusual soft drink found its success at many of the finer lounges and restaurants around the country."
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Khan raider: "{138}{}{Hey, anyone remember what was in a Long Island Ice Tea?}"
"{139}{}{Yeah, vodka, rum, tequila, triple sec, lime, and Nuka.}"
(Bcgengrd.msg) - ↑ Munitions access terminal: "{139}{}{Read Trade}"
"{150}{}{This is Klinger from the 8063rd. We're in desperate need of part number 102-53B. I've got a case of Chateau Lafayette 2155 if you could expedite the order. Get back to me ASAP.}" - ↑ Capital Post Top Stories -- January 11, 2077, Food Riots Rile Feds
- ↑ The Courier: "I'd like to buy some things."
Sink Central Intelligence Unit: "Very good, sir. If I might suggest a table wine, the 64 Atomic Claret is a lovely little vintage."
(Sink Central Intelligence Unit's dialogue) - ↑ The Chosen One: "{261}{}{Can you tell me about Mr. Bishop?}"
Leslie Anne Bishop: "{270}{}{My husband? That is simple. He is deceased. SUCH a tragedy. I'm still recovering from all the champagne I drunk when I heard.}"
NCLABISH.MSG - ↑ The Chosen One: "{106}{}{I hear you have someone else's spleen.}"
Wong Yi Tze: "{140}{}{Ahh, yes! Indeed. I will prepare it with fava beans and a nice chianti.}"
(Fcdrwong.msg) - ↑ Sierra Depot experiment log
