‘Risky Drinking’ Explores the Hidden Dangers of Casual Alcohol Use
‘Risky Drinking’ Explores the Hidden Dangers of Casual Alcohol Use Source: WSJ By Alexandra Wolfe Dec 19, 2016 “Are you a risky drinker?” asks a new HBO documentary by award-winning filmmakers Perri Peltz and Ellen Goosenberg Kent. Airing Dec. 19, “Risky Drinking” tells the story of four drinkers from different demographics with problems […]
Oklahoma: Oklahoma liquor stores sue over wine in grocery store law
Oklahoma: Oklahoma liquor stores sue over wine in grocery store law Source: The Oklahoman Brianna Bailey December 19, 2016 Oklahoma liquor store owners have filed a court challenge to State Question 792, the ballot measure that will legalize wine sales in grocery stores in 2018. The Retail Liquor Association of Oklahoma and […]
Consumer and Bartender Perceptions of Craft Spirits
Consumer and Bartender Perceptions of Craft Spirits Source: The IWSR U.S. Craft Spirits Report December 2, 2016 According to the recently released IWSR U.S. Craft Spirits Report, consumers and bartenders rate the following attributes as important when choosing a craft spirit: distinct taste, specially crafted, unique packaging, high-quality, interesting story/heritage. Key elements that may describe […]
Calls for minimum prices for alcohol as report shows 33 per cent rise in drinking levels since 1980s
Calls for minimum prices for alcohol as report shows 33 per cent rise in drinking levels since 1980s Source: The Telegraph By Laura Donnelly, Health Editor 2 December 2016 Levels of drinking have soared by one third since the 80s, fuelled by increased consumption among women, according to a major report which calls for minimum […]
Female police officers at risk of being groped and assaulted on the front line of Britain’s drink crisis
Female police officers at risk of being groped and assaulted on the front line of Britain’s drink crisis Source: The Telegraph By Kate McCann, Senior Political Correspondent 6 December 2016 Female police officers are being —ually assaulted as a result of excessive drinking, MPs have warned, as a new report lays bare the […]
Middle-aged women are drinking 3 TIMES more alcohol than recommended because ‘they are confused about unit sizes’
Middle-aged women are drinking 3 TIMES more alcohol than recommended because ‘they are confused about unit sizes’ 2,000 women between 40 and 65 were asked about their drinking habits More than a quarter consume between 5 and 16 glasses every week But many assume the recommended 14 units a week means 14 glasses Source: Daily […]
Why just one glass of wine a day could KILL you: Heart flutter risk is greater for people who are frequent drinkers
Why just one glass of wine a day could KILL you: Heart flutter risk is greater for people who are frequent drinkers Data from more than 900,000 people suggests regular drinking is deadly This was defined as about 340ml of 5% strength beer or 140ml of 12% wine a day Having just 1 drink a […]
A New Reason Why Red Wine May Be Better For You Than White
A New Reason Why Red Wine May Be Better For You Than White Source: Forbes Steven Salzberg Contributor December 5, 2016 Many studies have shown that drinking wine, especially red wine, seems to have modest benefits for heart health, as long as you drink it in moderate amounts. A study published this week, though, offers […]
Kentucky: KY DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOL BEVERAGE CONTROL THWARTS STOLEN ALCOHOL SALES
Kentucky: KY DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOL BEVERAGE CONTROL THWARTS STOLEN ALCOHOL SALES Source: WCLU Radio 12/03/2016 An investigator for the Kentucky Department of Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) has thwarted a local man’s attempts to sell stolen alcohol. Earlier this month, ABC Investigator Willie Skeens was notified by Georgetown police that Brian Middleton, a local third-party contractor, […]
Happy Hour Patrons Cheer New York’s Latest Nightlife Deal: the $1 Drink
Happy Hour Patrons Cheer New York’s Latest Nightlife Deal: the $1 Drink Stiff competition leads to rock-bottom pricing on tipples; state regulations may curb the trend Source: WSJ By Charles Passy Dec. 15, 2016 In recent years, pizzerias throughout New York have made the dollar slice a staple of the city diet. Now, some of […]