Before 2011, the Russian Government Treated Beer as a ‘Soft Drink’
VinePair
MARCH 11, 2025
And up until July 2011, the Russian government legally categorized any beverage under 10 percent ABV as a foodstuff among the likes of eggs, soda, bread, and other standard grocery store goods. Still, in 2011, Russias national level of alcohol consumption was twice the critical level proposed by the World Health Organization.
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