As if the already existing “beer wars” within the three-tier system in the United States wasn’t bad enough, the state of Pennsylvania has decided to wage its own war with its beer industry.

Pennsylvania does not have the best reputation within the beverage industry. PA residents have been protesting against its wacky beverage laws and strict controls for some time now. Joe Roberts, the very entertaining (and knowledgeable) author of 1WineDude, sums up the the frustration of Pennsylvania residents best in his blog post entitled “I Hate The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.” Here is an excerpt: ”I hate the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.  I hate the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.  I hate the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.  I hate the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.  I hate the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.  I hate the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.” Continue Reading »

Indonesia may not sound like a big tourists location to do a little partying, but these days that is starting to change. Locations like Bali and Jakarta have become major tourist destinations. Tourism and changes in Indonesian culture have lead to the increase of alcohol consumption throughout the country. Continue Reading »

This one has been out for a few years now, but with the holidays coming up this may be something to keep in mind. If you get pulled over for a routine traffic stop these holidays you may think nothing is out of the ordinary. Perhaps not, but police have been employing the use of alcohol detecting flashlights more frequently. Continue Reading »