Even if one eats or drinks a tiny amount of food or drink , a Blessing is required first. Unless he is only tasting it. See Shulchan Aruch 210.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Gems of Torah by Rabbi Moshe Goldberger. We can use these essential "Gems" interspersed throughout our day to add vital meaning and inspiration.