In The News
Updated Alcohol Advertising Code
The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), which represents the major distillers in the country, has recently strengthened its advertising code.
“Sham” Intoxication Has Real Effects
“Sham” intoxication affects such things as memory and thinking performance according to research by Dr. Bryan Raudenbush of Wheeling Jesuit University.
Sangria Now Legal in Virginia but Not Kirs, Kir Royales or Beer Cocktails
It is now legal for restaurants to make and sell sangria in Virginia, but still illegal to make and sell kirs, kir royales, beer cocktails or any other drink containing spirits along with either beer or wine. Violations of the prohibition carry a high fine and up to one year imprisonment.
Colorado Drops Blue Law Prohibition Against Sunday Liquor Sales
Colorado has dropped its Blue law against the sale of liquor on Sundays, becoming the 35th state to abolish such a prohibition restricting consumer choice.
American Whiskey Trail Top Tourist Destination, Says Frommer’s
Frommers has rated the American Whiskey Trail one of the top 13 international and domestic travel destination of the year from nominations submitted by travel editors and authors.
Alcohol Advertising on the Internet and Websites
Advertising and marketing liquor (distilled beverages) on the internet are now regulated by guidelines developed and imposed by the Distilled spirits Council of the U.S. (DISCUS). The guidelines are comprehensive and apply to all paid and unpaid placements by or under the control of advertisers, including advertising on third-party websites, video advertisements, audio mentions, internet banners, pop-ups, sponsorships, user-generated content (including blogs), and other types of internet/digital advertising or marketing.
Youth Exposure to Alcohol Ads in Magazine Drops 49%, Says Center on Alcohol Marketing and Youth (CAMY)
Youth exposure to alcohol advertising in magazines fell by almost half (49%) between 2001 and 2005, according to CAMY (Center on Alcohol Marketing and Youth), and exposure to liquor or distilled spirits add in magazines virtually disappeared by 2005.
Class-Action Alcohol Advertising Suit Dismissed Upheld on Appeal
Anti-alcohol ad (advertising) legal suit dismissal upheld on appeal, joining similar suits filed in other states. Appeals court finds no merit in plaintiff’s contentions of parental interference or financial harm.
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