Alcohol-free days are being scheduled nationwide: another district announces dates
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So, it appears that the Kirovsky District in Mogilev Region is planning a booze-free period in 2025. The district authorities have marked six days when the sale of alcoholic beverages will be forbidden. Mark your calendars for May 15, June 1, September 1, and October 14 and 21. Extra precautions will also be applied on June 14 due to graduation ceremonies.
The restrictions will kick in at the stroke of midnight and last till 11:59 pm, so make sure you stock up on your favorite tipple beforehand. Here's a pro tip - cafes and restaurants are excluded from the ban, so those who can't live without a drop of wine can still enjoy a night out.
Interestingly, dry days have already been a thing in Kryuchany District.
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Changing Drinks Trends
According to data from Belstat, the alcoholic beverage preferences of Belarusians took a turn in 2024.
To no one's surprise, beer remained the most popular drink, but the increase was minimal. However, what caught everyone's attention was the surge in cognac, brandy, and low-alcohol beverage sales. Demand for these grew by a whopping 108.4%!
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On a somewhat grim note, the popularity of grape and fruit wines waned last year, with sales dropping compared to 2023. Similar trends were observed with vodka, which saw a 96% drop in sales.
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- The rising trend in Belarusian drinking preferences shows an increase in the demand for cognac, brandy, and low-alcohol beverages, with a significant growth of 108.4%, as per Belstat's data.
- On the contrary, the sales of grape and fruit wines experienced a decline in 2024, mirroring similar trends in vodka sales, which saw a decrease of 96%.
- As science and health-and-wellness advocate for general-news, these changes in drinking habits underscore the importance of policy-and-legislation and politics in shaping public health trends, and the need for continued monitoring and education about responsible consumption.
