If you’re bored with the same old cocktails from 5 years ago why not try something spicy and new?
I found this cool video from Angry Alcohol and tried this awesome Orange Chilli Vodka cocktail recipe.
Author: Peter Cutforth
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Alcohol Abuse Causing Liver Cancer
According to a recent study, the number of new cases of liver cancer or Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is on the rise in developed countries.
The study by St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne analysed a number of sources including admissions information from 7 big hospitals and other data with the evidence revealing that the incidence of liver cancer almost doubled.
This is alarming considering that excessive consumption of alcohol is one of the main causes of the disease. Let’s remember the importance of consuming alcohol moderately and responsibly.
Read more at http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/healthreport/is-liver-cancer-more-common-than-we-think/7418332 -
Pubs and Bars Aren’t The Only Ones Serving Alcohol
Source; http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/ Recent data from the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation revealed that there are 29 butchers, 68 florists, 45 bed and breakfasts and 150 gift shops that serve alcohol in the state, so it’s not just the pubs and clubs serving alcohol. In fact hair dressers are the most common business to have a iquor license, other than bars, hotels, restaurants and pubs.
In Victoria, 102 hair salons have a license to serve liquor to their customers while they get their hair styled. ‘
The commission also allows for minor business execmption, which allows selected businesses to serve alcohol without a liquor license.
Experts are warning that the increasing causal link between alcohol and everyday services was concerning because people are increasingly tempted to drink even when getting day to day services done. Read more at http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/day-spas-butchers-hairdressers-and-florists-alcohol-to-their-business-20160129-gmh503.html
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FARE Releases Annual Alcohol Consumption Poll
The Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education FARE has released its alcohol poll, as it does every year and the latest results show that 75 per cent of Australians believe the nation has an alcohol abuse problem.
The poll has also revealed a shift in consumer perceptions for the better with many Australians responding positively to the government’s efforts to address alcohol abuse.
FARE’s poll also reveals that most Australians believe we need to do more to address alcohol related problems.
Not everyone agrees with the poll, with The Australian Hotels Association (WA) rejecting the findings and labelling the poll as a “fear mongering attempt to distort public opinion on alcohol consumption”.
Read more at: http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/beverage/fare-releases-annual-alcohol-consumption-poll-aha
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Violence Doesn’t Justify Retailer Regulation
In an article on TheShout.com.au, the president of the Liquor Stores Association New South Wales, David Reberger expresses his belief that the regulation of liquor retailers is unjustified based on the arguent that it would reduce alcohol-related violence.
Mr Reberger was speaking recently at the LSA NSW Panel where he stated his support for efforts to reduce alcohol-related violence but said there wasn’t any evidence to support the greater liquor retailer regulation.
He went on to state:
“LSA NSW does not believe that there is justification for any regulation of liquor retailers based on an argument that it would reduce alcohol-fuelled violence,”
“The evidence is simply not there to support it. However the retail liquor industry, like the broader community supports a targeted approach from Police and greater penalties for anyone who goes out and inflicts harm on others. Our industry strongly supported the removal of consumption of alcohol beverages as an excuse for criminal and anti-social behaviour in NSW.”
He also highlighted the concern that non-alcohol related domestic violence is continuing to rise but alcohol related domestic assault in on the decline, indicating that alcohol is not to blame.
Mr Reberger went on to state,
“In addition, arrests for amphetamine-related offences, as well as cocaine and other narcotics are all on the rise.
“We commend the actions of NSW Police in rolling out Mobile Drug Testing. This action is a clear acknowledgement of the potential harms and risks associated with the increasing abuse of illicit drugs in our society.”
Mr Reberger also detailed that of the 200 strikes that have been issued in the 3 strike system, only 12 have been issued to packaged liquor licence venues.
He also spoke about the state’s laws requiring liquor stores to close at 10pm, saying it is unnecessary given that customers are mature adults that can make their own responsible decisions.
“As attested by the remarkably few packaged venues on the ‘three strikes’ list, our industry is favourably viewed for knowing our customers and doing the right thing by the communities we serve. We also think our customers are mature adults who weren’t doing anything wrong by being able to make a purchase after 10pm. And the evidence supports this.
He explained that evidence provided by BOCSAR proves that the 10pm forced closure measure for packaged liquor sales did not move the trend line at all from the previous decline, so it is unwarranted.
Reberger and the LSA welcomed the new Liquor & Gaming NSW regulator reforms to develop a new fit-for-purpose regulator to bridge the regulatory gap and eliminate stakeholder confusion between ILGA and OLGA. It is also hoped to streamline the existing processes and improve service delivery in government.
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Drink Beer for Your Health
Are you a lover of beer? Then there’s good news for you, beer is actually good for your health, despite beliefs to the contrary.
A review of more than 150 studies by epidemiologists has found that the alcohol and other chemicals in beer have a number of beneficial effects.
The review led by the Meditteranean Neurological Institute in Pozzilli, Italy found that drinking up to two 330ml cans of beer a day can minimise the risk of cardiovascular disease by about a quarter.
This is welcomed news for the multitude of Australians that are enjoying beer responsibly. Read more at http://www.theshout.com.au/2016/05/13/article/Beer-is-good-for-you-says-science/HDKCACGOBU.html
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Doctors Want to Abolish Cheap Alcohol
Meeting in Adelaide for the The Royal Australasian College of Physicians Congress 2016, it is believed physicians will be calling for higher taxation of cheap alcohol among other measures to reduce problematic alcohol consumption.
The physicians are calling on all political parties to tax cheap alcohol “out of existence” and to have health warnings included on containers. They are also calling for limits on alcohol advertising during sport.
The meeting brings together physicians from more than 30 medical specialties and will include more than 100 sessions, workshops and presentations.
Find out more at: http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/south-australia/physicians-want-to-tax-cheap-booze-out-of-existence/news-story/eba966730383a1004ee5b33a161cc7f6
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The State of Australian Health
A regular check-up on the state of the nation’s health has revealed that the rate of daily smoking among Australians has declined. Thats good news but what about alcohol? Let’s watch this video to learn more.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOmdTxgMlUA
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Awesome Cocktail Recipe
Although the weather is cooling down, it’s still great to have a refreshing fruity cocktail at the end of a hard day.
These are great for winding down in the afternoon or for a cocktail party. The strawberry and guava flavours are especially popular with the ladies.
Let’s learn to make the Strawberry Guava Gin Cocktail here
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Reminder to Check IDS before Selling Alcohol
Licensed venues have been reminded to check age IDs of anyone who appears under the age of 25 after a bottle shop in the Sutherland Shire had its licence suspended for serving alcohol to minors.
The business Woronora Cellars at Woronora had its licence suspended for 3 days from 4 April to 6 April after police officers discovered the store had served alcohol to minors under the age of 18.
Last year in October police found out from 2 minors aged 16 and 17 that they purchased six 750ml long neck beer bottles from the store.
The licensee then admitted to police that he failed to ask for age identification before selling alcohol to minors.
He paid a $1100 fine and had the store’s licence suspended for 3 days.