Emma Watson Says She's Been Drinking Wine Since She Was A Kid

As a child, Emma Watson's upbringing was quite unconventional. Rather than being served the Goblet of Fire like her on-screen character in Harry Potter, Watson was introduced to the world of wine at a young age, but not in the way one would expect.

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Instead of being handed a glass of full-strength wine, Watson was offered watered-down wine, as part of her family's cultural background.

In a recent interview, Watson revealed that her early exposure to wine made her see alcohol consumption in a different light.

She even confessed that as a child, she didn't know that alcohol was meant to make one feel "wasted" because it was such a normalized part of her home life.

It's quite surprising that despite being involved in the gin industry through her younger brother Alex's brand, Renais, Emma Watson has confessed to drinking wine from a young age.

Having spent over two decades in the limelight as an actor, Watson has now shifted her focus to a new business venture, which speaks volumes about her entrepreneurial spirit.

Renais, which means "rebirth" in English, is a unique carbon-neutral gin brand that utilizes grape skins to create its signature blend.

As part of the team, Watson is in charge of the art direction of the luxury vineyard and has even been honored with a cocktail named after her.

Her involvement in the spirits industry has demonstrated her versatility as an artist and her commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Emma Watson's decision to enter the world of gin production with Renais is fascinating, especially considering her recent hiatus from Hollywood.

In 2018, the Little Women actor announced that she needed to take a break from her acting career as she "wasn't very happy."

"I think I felt a bit caged," she told the Financial Times in a recent interview, where she reflected on her time in the spotlight.

"I had to go out and sell something that I really didn't have very much control over. To stand in front of a film and have every journalist be able to say, 'How does this align with your viewpoint?'," she revealed, adding: "It was very difficult to have to be the face and the spokesperson for things where I didn't get to be involved in the process."

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“I’m happy to sit and wait for the next right thing. I love what I do. It’s finding a way to do it where I don’t have to fracture myself into different faces and people."

Watson and her brother, Alex's foray into the gin industry is a testament to their family's love of all things alcohol-related.

Their father, Chris, purchased his first vineyard in 1999, which is also where Renais is currently based. Growing up in the idyllic French countryside, Watson's childhood was punctuated by the normalization of alcohol, with watered-down wine being a regular part of her daily routine.

As she grew older, Watson was surprised by the fuss around drinking, confessing that she didn't know "alcohol was for getting wasted."

This upbringing has undoubtedly influenced her approach to alcohol, as seen in her passion for creating a sustainable and innovative gin brand with Renais.

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By following in her father's footsteps and continuing his legacy, Watson is carving out a unique path for herself in the spirits industry, one that is driven by her commitment to quality, sustainability, and responsible drinking.

As she continues to explore new creative avenues, Watson's impact on the industry and her fans is sure to be profound and lasting.

"I was quite surprised when other children were very excited about the idea of getting their hands on alcohol," she confessed, telling the FT: "Dad had been giving me water with wine at lunch since I was a child. I didn't think alcohol was for getting wasted."

She joked: "So I was quite confused when I was a teenager and everyone thought alcohol was this forbidden fruit."

Watson's involvement with Renais goes beyond just being a co-founder. As a creative partner, she has played an integral role in shaping the brand's identity, from its imagery to its art direction.

“People always told me I should direct and produce, even when I was on Potter,” she shared. "I was worried it was just technical, not creative, and I couldn’t bring what I think is probably my skill set."

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"It was only Alex coming to me with this, and friends asking for favors — ‘I need to do a photo shoot’ or ‘I’m making a video’ — that made me realize I actually know quite a lot about that."

She continued, "Being a director seemed unattainable. I don’t think I had any confidence in that. I know it seems weird. I mean, I grew up on a film set.”

While it may seem unconventional, Watson's upbringing with watered-down wine appears to have had a positive impact on her life.

Unlike many other child stars who have struggled with addiction and other issues, Watson has managed to navigate the challenges of fame with grace and maturity.