Oh, the myriad wonders of science!

[ER]

Mexican scientists turn tequila into diamonds. 

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7725815.stm

[Rev. Powell]

Well, it's better than drinking the stuff.

[Allhallowsday]

Well, it's better than drinking the stuff.

Yes, but if one does drink it, one's liable to have a multi-faceted experience.  Ah, now that's a gem!

[ghouck]

Well, it's better than drinking the stuff.

Blaspheme! Jose is one of the true pleasures in life. It's even better with a pinch of lemonade mix.

[WilliamWeird1313]

Mexican scientists turn tequila into diamonds.

That sounds more like a headline you'd fine on The Onion than in real life.

Absurdly, this is contemporary society.