How much drinking is healthy?
How much drinking is healthy? When it comes to alcohol, the key is moderation. Here’s a closer look at the connection between alcohol and your health. Health24 June 29, 2018 People who have a few drinks a week tend to live a bit longer than teetotallers, but even moderate drinking may raise the risk of […]
A timely reminder of the dangers that come with drinking alcohol during a heatwave
A timely reminder of the dangers that come with drinking alcohol during a heatwave Joe By Rudi Kinsella June 29, 2018 The weather is gorgeous, but it’s still important to stay safe. We know that one of the first things you think about when you see this beautiful sun is that it makes for perfect […]
Wales: An end to cheap booze? Minimum alcohol price law passed
Wales: An end to cheap booze? Minimum alcohol price law passed Source: BBC News June 19, 2018 The cost of cheap, strong alcohol is set to rise in Wales under a new law. Legislation allowing for a minimum price per unit of alcohol was approved by AMs on Tuesday. If the price is set at […]
FOUR REASONS WHY CANNABIS IS DISRUPTING THE ALCOHOL INDUSTRY IN THE USA (Excerpt)
FOUR REASONS WHY CANNABIS IS DISRUPTING THE ALCOHOL INDUSTRY IN THE USA (Excerpt) Source: https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/ by Edith Hancock 28th June, 2018 In spite of tight regulations and a virtually non-existent global market, analysts and industry veterans alike are extremely optimistic over the prospects of the burgeoning cannabis market in the US. The cannabis market is […]
Most Consumers Don’t Find Alcohol, Cannabis Interchangeable
Most Consumers Don’t Find Alcohol, Cannabis Interchangeable Source: Wine & Spirits Daily June 28, 2018 In 2017, the legal market for cannabis in the US was $9 billion, and could be $24 billion by 2021, assuming no major shifts in regulation, according to a presentation yesterday from Colorado-based cannabis research firm BDS Analytics. As cannabis […]
What Is The Best Drink For Preventing Alcohol Anxiety? There Are Ways & Means To Ease Your Hangover Blues (Excerpt)
What Is The Best Drink For Preventing Alcohol Anxiety? There Are Ways & Means To Ease Your Hangover Blues (Excerpt) Source: https://www.bustle.com/ ByCHARLOTTE PASHA June 19, 2018 Anxiety is a horrible feeling. It’s never easy; whether it’s caused by a rotten hangover the morning after the night before, overthinking everything and anything you’ve ever said, or […]
When it comes to tipping for service, millennials are cheapest
When it comes to tipping for service, millennials are cheapest Source: sun-sentinel.com Riley Griffin June 19, 2018 U.S. millennials are quick to whip out their wallets for pricey avocado toast and craft beer. But when it comes to rewarding the waiters and bartenders who serve them, those wallets often stay closed. Ten percent of millennials […]
SC: Booze Pops to begin offering franchises
SC: Booze Pops to begin offering franchises Charleston Regional Business Journal By Patrick Hoff June 25, 2018 Booze Pops, a Charleston-based ice cream truck company offering alcohol-infused ice pops, is now offering franchises to spread its brand outside of South Carolina. Owner Woody Norris said he plans to offer about 40 franchises to hand-picked partners across […]
Substance Use in Canada Costs $38.4 Billion a Year – Alcohol and tobacco together cause the most harm-by a large margin
Substance Use in Canada Costs $38.4 Billion a Year – Alcohol and tobacco together cause the most harm-by a large margin Source: http://markets.businessinsider.com/ Jun. 26, 2018 Substance use costs Canadian society $38.4 billion a year, or almost $1,100 for every person in Canada, according to a new study. Alcohol and tobacco use contributed over two […]
RI: Lawmakers Add Penalties for Driving Drunk With Child in Car
RI: Lawmakers Add Penalties for Driving Drunk With Child in Car Lawmakers have passed legislation to increase the penalty for being convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs with a child in the vehicle. US News By the Associated Press June 25, 2018 PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Lawmakers have passed legislation to […]