Fortunately for its inhabitants, Outer World is not short of things to drink. Even plain water is said to taste different depending on region: In the Wistful Dark it's said to be a bit sweet, refreshing and clear in the Blazing Garden, a little tart in the Twilight Meridian and a bit spicy in the Buried Kingdoms. Of course, this sort of thing can't really be proven no matter how many folks swear by it.
Those seeking something beyond simple water have a bevy of options, assuming they have access or the coin for it. Many high end establishments in Aeon will offer somewhat diluted bright water with crushed fruit in it for flavor. The authorities in Old Iron occasionally imbibe grime goo as a luxury. Even in the Shadowed Lands, nomads will occasionally make spirits from meltshrooms and other magical toadstools they can find.
Elevated beyond normal beverages are potions. Even the most basic of these are charged with a bit of magic and sold for a fair amount of coin. Potion making techniques and recipes come in many forms, each a unique expression of both the tradition surrounding them and their individual crafters:
- The most common sorts are delightfully fizzy soft drinks that tickle the tongue all while energizing you. While Merona Pop is spreading throughout Outer World thanks to its owner's deal with the Guild of Shard, smaller, local efforts are becoming more and more common - especially as 3rd Aeon facilities related to their creation are uncovered and reactivated.
- Each of the surface regions of Outer World has its own sort of tea leaves that can be steeped for a long time and create understated but very distinct potions that tend towards deep colors and strong flavors. From the crimson teas of the Blazing Garden that taste of fruit, to the darker teas of the Wistful Dark that patricians like to drink with a bit of warm spice sprinkled on top.
- Coffee is mostly found in the parts of the world bathed in the Sun Machine's light and is very popular among travelers. Certain potent beans can be used to make particularly rich potions, though there is much contention on what additives should be used when making such concoctions. It is whispered that Emperor Regulus prefers his black.
- Certain rituals and materials can produce liquors that make for fine potions, though given the time needed for such things these tend to be created by long-lived crafters or organizations. This does make them quite coveted and valued however, if only due to their relative rarities and unique taste.
