What is methanol poisoning?

What is methanol poisoning? Source: https://news.abs-cbn.com/ Kristine Sabillo Jul 08 2019  During the last week of June, there was a buzz online among Filipinos about a so-called “craft” alcoholic beverage that supposedly resulted in the poisoning of two people. One viral post alleged that one of the victims slipped into a coma then died. A couple […]

Mothers are drinking more than ever. But the sober-curious movement challenges ‘wine-mom’ culture

Mothers are drinking more than ever. But the sober-curious movement challenges ‘wine-mom’ culture Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/ By Caitlin Gibson  July 7 The turning point came at an evening soiree in the middle of December, when Mai Trinh spotted a friend’s luminous face amid a crowd of cocktail-quaffing party­goers. “She stood out – she looked absolutely radiant,” recalls […]

Does drinking alcohol in older age prolong life?

Does drinking alcohol in older age prolong life? Source: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/ By Ana Sandoiu  July 7, 2019 Large-scale research suggests that drinking alcohol in older age may lower mortality risk. However, the scientists are cautious about potential biases in their own research and say that more research is necessary. Does moderate drinking in older age have any […]

WA:  Tribes open comment period on amendment related to sale of liquor

WA:  Tribes open comment period on amendment related to sale of liquor Tribal Tribune July 1, 2019 NESPELEM – The Colville Confederated Tribes have opened for public comment a proposed amendment to the Colville Tribal Code that would “provide for the introduction, sale, distribution and possession of packaged spirits” on properties owned by the Colville […]

MN:  Mixed Reviews After Two Years of Sunday Liquor Sales in Minnesota 

MN:  Mixed Reviews After Two Years of Sunday Liquor Sales in Minnesota It’s been two years since Minnesota law made Sunday alcohol sales legal for the first time since Prohibition. KIMT 3 July 1, 2019 KIMT NEWS 3 – Monday marked two years since a law went into effect in Minnesota, allowing Sunday liquor sales […]

Ireland:  Government plans to crack down on cheap alcohol by end of 2019

Ireland:  Government plans to crack down on cheap alcohol by end of 2019 Buzz By Áine Conaty July 1, 2019 Wine and Vodka prices are set to get a rise as the government plans to crack down on cheap booze around the country by the end of 2019. This new measure is to target off-brand alcohols […]

Canada:  The Problem: Health, social impacts of alcohol abuse dwarf opioid crisis (excerpt)

Canada:  The Problem: Health, social impacts of alcohol abuse dwarf opioid crisis (excerpt) With so much attention focused on deadly addictions to opioids and meth, alcohol has been overshadowed, despite that it costs society more — in dollars and deaths. Continuing today, Postmedia examines the Southwestern Ontario toll in a three-part series: The Drinker, The […]

Five major trends for the non-alcoholic beverage industry in 2019

Five major trends for the non-alcoholic beverage industry in 2019 Source: https://www.foodbev.com/ By: Heather Burrellon July 04, 2019 Consumer awareness for both the environment and their own health and wellness are two important factors dictating the future of the beverage industry in 2019. Millennials are also set to be a key driver of these trends. […]

Australia:  Retail Drinks launches online delivery Code of Conduct

Australia:  Retail Drinks launches online delivery Code of Conduct The Shout By Andy Young  July 2, 2019 Retail Drinks Australia has officially launched its Online Alcohol Sale and Delivery Code of Conduct (Code), and already has signatories on board who represent over 80 per cent of all alcohol purchased online in Australia. Retail Drinks CEO Julie […]