We know that as servers of alcohol we cannot serve alcohol to anyone under the age of 18. But is this drinking age the right one? Are 18 year olds, old enough to make responsible decisions about drinking? According to the National Drug Law Enforcement Research Fund, they are not and the legal drinking age in Australia should be raised to 21.
According to a report by the group, raising the legal drinking age will help curb alcohol related violence and abuse.
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These affordably priced wines certainly won’t break the bank, but they are worth every penny. All the wines on this list are around $25 or less.
Find out more about these wines here.
Ever wondered why you enjoy your meal more with a glass of wine. This may have something to do with it – research shows that alcohol may make food smell better, which in turn improves how we perceive it to taste.
Alcohol actually interferes with our brain’s response to food smells and could make us enjoy it more.
We all know that its a good idea to mix food and alcohol, especially because food can help slow the absorption of alcohol into the blood stream and thereby slow the effects of intoxication, but now we know it also improves the experience of eating.
To find out more about the research click here.
Although it seems like the easiest thing in the world, for a bartender it’s crucial to know how to pour a beer properly. Watch this video to find out if you’re doing it right,
According to the Cancer Council, there is a link between alcohol consumption and throat and mouth cancer.
In the past we have spoken about the benefits of moderate consumption of alcohol.
Remember drinking responsibly and moderately is both fun and good for you, but abusing health presents not only an immediate safety risk but a risk to your health in the long run.
It is also why serving responsibly is so important. Complete RSA training today.
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According to reports, drunk drivers caused chaos on Perth roads last weekend, with 5 crashes allegedly being caused by drink drivers.
Duty Superintendent Del Jones said police battled to keep drunk drivers under control. He said there were many incidents of drivers driving into trees because they were driving drunk.
Police charged a number of drivers with drink driving. Click here for the full story.
Three drinkers appeared in Gympie Magistrates Court last week on drunk and disorderly charges after they were involved in a disturbance on June 12th at The Jockey Club.
The drinkers argued with staff and refused to leave when staff refused to serve them anymore alcohol.
The RSA course is crucial to those serving alcohol because it teaches servers what to do when faced with patrons like these. Find out more about the RSA course here.
Source: www.gympietimes.com.au
Police were out in full force last weekend in the Frankston CBD as part of Operation Abide, targeting intoxicated patrons in particular.
The entertainment precinct was the main concern of police on Friday night.
According to a post on BaysideNews.com.au, officers targeted the “radical” selling of alcohol, unruly behaviour, under-age drinking and anti-social behaviour. “Vulnerable road users” were also part of the police operation.
Servers of alcohol should be aware of police operations, particularly those targeting the selling of alcohol. To find out more click here.
I found this recipe from Jamie Oliver interesting because its a twist on a very popular, classic cocktail. Raspberry Daiquiri is a nice alternative to the common Strawberry Daiquiri and equally delicious.
Watch what happens when an intoxicated and unruly passenger disrupts a flight…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dMfZ-ejRC0