London’s ‘first’ nudist bar opens
London’s ‘first’ nudist bar opens Source: The Spirits Business by Nicola Carruthers 12th August, 2016 London’s ‘first’ naked rooftop bar, a venue overlooking Parliament Square, has opened to coincide with the forecast of a mid-August heatwave. Media provider Now TV is behind the nudist outdoor pop-up in Westminster, which encourages Brits to […]
Over 50 people removed from Snoop Dogg concert with alcohol poisoning
Over 50 people removed from Snoop Dogg concert with alcohol poisoning Source: the drinks business by Steven Green 10th August, 2016 Around 50 people, most of whom were underage, were removed from a Snoop Dogg concert in New York with alcohol poisoning this week. Eleven gig goers were taken to various hospitals […]
Boozing after exercising is WORSE than skipping a work-out altogether: Alcohol ‘stunts muscle growth during exercise recovery period’
Boozing after exercising is WORSE than skipping a work-out altogether: Alcohol ‘stunts muscle growth during exercise recovery period’ After a workout our muscles need time to recover and strengthen But alcohol disrupts a chemical pathway, hampering that process It is particularly bad for men, University of North Texas study shows […]
Craft Beer’s Looming Crisis
Craft Beer’s Looming Crisis Find out if your favorite local or national craft brand is in danger of disappearing. The Daily Beast By Lew Bryson August 12, 2016 You may want to grab a barstool before you hear this: Craft beer has some very serious issues. While things certainly seem bubbly on the […]
State Board denies request for alcohol at all Idaho college football games
State Board denies request for alcohol at all Idaho college football games Idaho Statesman Statesman staff August 11, 2016 The Idaho State Board of Education rejected a proposal from the University of Idaho on Thursday that would have allowed football fans to possess and consume alcohol at tailgate functions on campus. The board […]
Study: Self-service checkouts encourage theft
Study: Self-service checkouts encourage theft retailingtoday.com By Gina Acosta August 10, 2016 Self-service checkouts promote theft by eliminating human contact throughout the shopping process, especially during the critical payment stage, according to a new study. In an analysis of retailers in the United States, Britain and other European countries, Professors Adrian Beck and […]
Iowa: Branstad, Reynolds Order Review of Iowa’s Alcohol Laws
Iowa: Branstad, Reynolds Order Review of Iowa’s Alcohol Laws Review will be conducted by the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division and the Iowa Economic Development Authority Source: Iowa Governor’s Office August 11, 2016 Governor Terry E. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds today announced a study of laws governing the regulation of alcohol […]
UK pubs closing down at alarming rate of 21 per week
UK pubs closing down at alarming rate of 21 per week Source: the drinks business by Steven Green 11th August, 2016 British pubs are being forced to close their doors because of expensive rent, high prices enforced by landlords and cheaper options from the supermarkets, according to research by CAMRA. The Campaign […]
A Tattoo That Knows When You’re Drunk (Additional Coverage)
A Tattoo That Knows When You’re Drunk (Additional Coverage) Source: wsj.com Daniel Akst Aug. 11, 2016 Sometimes, after a few drinks, people get a tattoo. Now there’s a tattoo that can tell if you’ve had a few drinks. Best of all, it’s temporary. Researchers at the Center for Wearable Sensors at the […]
EU alcohol duties system works
EU alcohol duties system works Source: Drinks International By Christian Davis 11 August, 2016 The EU Commission has set out the initial findings and possible revision of the alcohol excise duty structure. The review of Directive 92/83/EEC was carried out by external business consultants Ramboll. Specialist excise duties consultant Alan Powell […]