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Good article on the many hurdles of shipping alcohol DtC, and how the 3 tier system is super outdated. Many state laws (like MI) are archaic. There’s so many grey areas still.

"🚫 I disagree with premium spirits companies promoting liquor brands in our community. It seems like they're pushing money or alcohol as the root of evil. #imo #liquorindustry #communityimpact Check out this article: [insert link]"

Very interesting! While alcohol might not be an urgent public health issue in Indonesia, this is certainly a policy to be aware of. I also see parallels between the struggles for alcohol warning labels and food warning labels against its respective industries.

Trying to fix the symptom. Another alternative is to include advertising that promotes personal health and wellness and the concept of ingesting the best in drink, food and digital media into your body. #soberworldorg https://ow.ly/Oxle50Swtu0

The Prohibition era, from 1920 to 1933, was one of the most fascinating and tumultuous times in American history. With the 18th Amendment banning the production, transportation, and sale of alcohol, an underground culture of speakeasies and hidden bars sprung up across the country. These secret drinking establishments were often tucked away behind unmarked doors, in basements, or in the back rooms of legitimate businesses. Though Prohibition ended nearly a century ago, many of these clandestine bars still exist today, keeping the rebellious spirit of the Roaring Twenties alive. Here’s a look at some of the most famous still-standing speakeasies and hidden bars from the Prohibition era, where you can experience a taste of history with your drink.

#haligonians #womenleadersinhalifax Tuesday, June 18 at 6:30 pm AT I'm SOOOOO excited! I am hosting the first-ever #shesuitespeakeasy - in Halifax (clandestine location - only given (with a password) to registrants; it's in the neighbourhood of B3J 1Z7) on Tuesday evening, June 18, 2024 at 6:30 pm AT What's a #shesuitespeakeasy? It's an intimate gathering of women leaders who co-create solutions to today's business challenges in a think tank setting over cocktails and nibblies, in a fun #speakeasy-themed locale. What's a #speakeasy? During the U.S. prohibition (1920-1933), alcohol was illegal. And, at that time, nightclubs were frequented mostly by men. #speakeasies were jazz clubs, nightclubs, and other spaces that served illegal alcohol, were in secret, hard-to-find locations, required a password to enter, and where women were welcome. Some historians believe that the #speakeasies' need for illegally-produced alcohol 'lubricated' the women's movement by providing demand for women alcohol producers AND by giving them a place in society where their newfound independence could be exercised. UNLIKE actual #speakeasies of the prohibition era, #shesuitespeakeasy is open to all women leaders (not only the middle class) and serves legal alcohol. Also, unlike the era, 'snitches' (people who rat out the #speakeasy to the authorities) are REWARDED for sharing the event details with other women leaders to attend. JUST LIKE actual #speakeasies of the prohibition era, #shesuitespeakeasy is in a secret, hard-to-find location and requires a password to enter. HOW DO I GET AN INVITE?? (you ask, and I'm so glad you did!) Email me at bookings@glynisedevine.com and I'll send you the link, address, and password. Expect delicious cocktails, energy-rich conversations, and an evening with like-minded women leaders looking to make a positive impact in their world.

Despite falling alcohol consumption in Scotland, it seems to me that the Scottish government seem to have some influential prohibitionists in their ranks. I think it is unfair that just because they are in power, they follow their own personal agenda. Do they hate the idea of people enjoying themselves and having a sociable drink? I’m not aware of any support whatsoever given to the scotch whisky industry, Scotland’s number one food and drink export. The new Edinburgh distillery will be opening at the end of this year. Will this Scottish government allow it to say “Edinburgh Gin distillery” on the outside of the building? Will they allow us to sell branded Edinburgh gin umbrellas? (They intend to stop branded clothing and sports sponsorship ) or are they going to legislate against us running a business where the most you can drink will be two units of alcohol? The Scottish government have already run a survey which overwhelmingly supported the status quo. Have they just ignored this completely along with the fact that MUP didn’t work? Lorna Slater lost £170 million on her failed DRS game, despite the industry repeatedly advised that it was unworkable. In a country, where whisky tourism is so important for the economy, I don’t understand why we Scot’s seem to despise success and want to legislate against our national industry.

The 21st Amendment looks pretty dang good after an eventful 91 years! If you have a favorite section of a consitutional amendment, you might enjoy the The Center for Alcohol Policy's recent post about #RepealDay. Give it a read below:

The growing popularity of #DryJanuary is substantially shifting consumer habits. Learn how the trend has impacted alcohol distributors and retailers, and how they can adapt. #AskMarcum #beverageindustry https://hubs.ly/Q02nhtFG0

WEBINAR Ninth Caribbean Alcohol Reduction Day (CARD) UNMASKING INFLUENCE: Regulating Alcohol Marketing in the Caribbean Date: Friday 29 November Time: 10.30AM - 12.30PM AST Register: https://lnkd.in/eQge2fpK The goal of CARD 2024 is to: Promote CARICOM-wide implementation of bans or comprehensive restrictions on alcohol advertising, sponsorship, and promotion especially those targeting young people and women. The objectives of CARD 2024 are to: Reinforce the dangers of alcohol consumption especially among young people and women. Build public and policymaker awareness of the scope and extent of alcohol advertising, sponsorship and promotion to young people and women. Highlight regional gaps in alcohol advertising, sponsorship and promotions regulations. Build public support for bans or comprehensive restrictions on alcohol advertising, sponsorship, and promotion especially those targeting young people and women.