The Latest Breaking News from Alcohol

You expect to show your ID when you buy alcohol or tobacco, but you may be surprised to learn that a growing number of everyday grocery items are now being kept under lock and key or require an ID at checkout. In Illinois, retailers have been forced to take these…

The harvest has begun earlier this year across France's wine-producing regions, with extreme temperatures due to climate change causing grapes to ripen earlier. Heatwaves and wildfires can also mean a loss of crops and land, and an increase in diseases and pests.

The grape harvest for 2025 in France has begun early again, as growers continue to adapt to shifting weather patterns amid soaring temperatures.

Media headlines, industry figures and research confirm what many parents suspect: marketing to children has not only grown in scale but also in sophistication.

Most of the time, the vending machine at work is a bit of a disappointment. Contents are generally lacking, with most machines filled to the brim with overpriced salty snacks and lukewarm beverages.

If you thought "Canada Dry" was just a soft drink, U.S. alcohol producers are discovering it's also a way to describe a Canadian market suddenly devoid of American booze. In the first half of 2025, U.S. alcohol exports to Canada plummeted by more than 60%, wiping American spirits and wines…

The alcohol-free beer sector grew by 11% in 2024. While Germany leads in production, the Netherlands is the EU's biggest exporter.

The researchers called for stronger action to prevent teenagers and young adults from getting hooked on e-cigarettes.

An obstetrician who allegedly crashed his high-powered car at 130km/h while drunk, killing a young woman, has pleaded guilty to manslaughter.