Before 2011, the Russian Government Treated Beer as a ‘Soft Drink’
VinePair
MARCH 11, 2025
The nation consumes more vodka than any other country on the planet. 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. and put restrictions on the advertisement of alcoholic beverages.
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