“Sober curious” beverage trend gains traction among Millennials and Gen Z, says Treatt
“Sober curious” beverage trend gains traction among Millennials and Gen Z, says Treatt Food Ingredients First By Elizabeth Green June 9, 2020 The so-called “sober curious” movement is gathering pace in the beverage arena as more individuals opt to lower their alcohol intake or remove it altogether. That is, according to UK-headquartered flavor ingredients provider Treatt. […]
Australia: Harm from drinking alcohol at home spikes in Australia amid coronavirus
Australia: Harm from drinking alcohol at home spikes in Australia amid coronavirus Emergency medicine expert cites anecdotal evidence as new study finds people drinking more frequently during pandemic The Guardian By Melissa Davey June 9, 2020 The director of emergency medicine research at one of Australia’s busiest hospitals says she has seen “extreme examples of […]
Researchers put a price tag on alcohol use
Researchers put a price tag on alcohol use Science Daily Source: University of Eastern Finland June 9, 2020 Summary: Alcohol use disorders are associated with high social welfare and health care costs — but what causes them? A new new study looks at the magnitude and reasons behind the economic burden alcohol use disorders have […]
MODEST ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION CAN BRING A HEALTHIER BRAIN, NEW STUDY SAYS (Additional Coverage)
MODEST ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION CAN BRING A HEALTHIER BRAIN, NEW STUDY SAYS (Additional Coverage) Source: https://newslanded.com/ Aravindh Sundar July 3, 2020 The trend towards alcohol is fast growing at the time. It is one of the most popular psychoactive substances in the world and can have powerful effects on the mental aspects of the people. A standard […]
IWSR: How is alcohol legislation changing in the wake of the ecommerce boom?
IWSR: How is alcohol legislation changing in the wake of the ecommerce boom? Source: IWSR July 5, 2020 As ecommerce develops into a critical channel for alcohol sales, questions are being asked about what legislative repercussions there might be in markets such as the EU, US and India. One of the biggest consumer shifts during […]
MI: Boating deaths decline but alcohol still leading cause, national report says
MI: Boating deaths decline but alcohol still leading cause, national report says mlive By Justine Lofton June 10, 2020 Boating deaths declined in 2019 but alcohol continued to be the leading known factor in the fatal incidents. Alcohol accounted for 141 of 613 boating deaths throughout the United States last year – that’s 23%, according to […]
Dr. Fauci says drinking at bars should stop ‘right now’ to stem spread of COVID-19
Dr. Fauci says drinking at bars should stop ‘right now’ to stem spread of COVID-19 Source: https://nypost.com/ By Jack Hobbs July 1, 2020 As coronavirus cases are rising in a number of states, Dr. Anthony Fauci is calling out one culprit in particular for the spike: bars. Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy […]
Closing bars to stop coronavirus spread is backed by science
Closing bars to stop coronavirus spread is backed by science Source: https://www.startribune.com/ By CARLA K. JOHNSON JULY 1, 2020 Authorities are closing honky tonks, bars and other drinking establishments in some parts of the U.S. to stem the surge of COVID-19 infections – a move backed by sound science about risk factors that go beyond wearing […]
Alcohol Sales Are Not Spiking Or Even Stabilizing. Here’s Why The Misconception Matters.
Alcohol Sales Are Not Spiking Or Even Stabilizing. Here’s Why The Misconception Matters. Source: https://www.forbes.com/ Tara Nurin July 2, 2020 Raise your hand if you believe the collective “we” are boozing it up big time during coronavirus. If your arm’s up, lower it. You’re wrong, as are a lot of other people. Practically every reporting […]
Fla. Court Lets Caterers Receive Offsite Alcohol Deliveries
Fla. Court Lets Caterers Receive Offsite Alcohol Deliveries Source: https://www.law360.com/ By Nathan Hale June 30, 2020 By ruling that a Miami-area vendor can receive alcohol deliveries directly to offsite catered events, Florida’s First District has served up both a major blow to state regulators but also a “hollow victory” for now for the business, its […]