A new study also showed that the cancer risk was modest and must be weighed against heart benefits.
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Amy Winehouse had no illegal drugs in her body when she died last month . The results of toxicology tests show that late singer, who was found dead in her Camden home on July 23, had no illegal drugs in her system, but that alcohol was present. The results did not determine a cause of death and it’s unclear whether the alcohol played a role in her passing, the Associated Press reports . Read full article > >
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The parents of Bo Rupp, the Centreville teen who was killed last fall after he sat down in the middle of a dark road and was hit by a sport-utility vehicle, sued the maker of the alcohol-infused drink Four Loko on Wednesday. The parents said the 15-year-old drank two cans of Four Loko and didn’t know it would make him intoxicated and act irrationally. Phusion Projects of Chicago, which makes Four Loko, issued a statement Thursday saying, “We are extremely saddened by this tragedy and our thoughts are with the Rupp family.” Read full article > >
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The number of people being admitted to hospital in the UK for alcohol abuse could rise to 1.5 million a year by 2015, according to Alcohol Concern.
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A book documenting a beer can collection that spans seven decades and 32 countries Dan Becker and Lance Wilson—two San Francisco, CA-based designers— discovered a real gem when they stumbled upon Becker’s stepdad John Russo’s extensive beer can collection tucked away in his Midwest basement. Hoarding cans since 1975, the collection spans all shapes, styles and sizes of brews from around the world, which thankfully the duo decided to photograph and document in a book that they aptly titled ” Beer .” The document lends some insight into the evolution of beer can design and the changing conversation with the consumer through its 500 images (shaved down from 1,400). Meticulously chosen, the photographs represent beers from 32 countries and you’d be hard-pressed to find any of these brands in the local corner store. Each picture, shot against a white background, includes the company name and the time period, some with more detailed descriptions. The layout—which the authors say very much guided their editing process—allows the reader to truly absorb the details of the cans and appreciate the story each has to tell. An excellent resource, the book comes in handy for not only the history of beer can design but also as a who’s who of beer distributors. Almost everyone is familiar with powerhouse brewing cities like Milwaukee or countries like Germany, but many don’t realize the extensive amount of brews that were crafted in places like Cincinnati, OH or upstate New York. A timeline shows the evolution of the industry and of the industrial design that went with it. Over the decades the images bear witness to the aesthetic shift in the marketing of alcohol, reflecting a gradual drifting away from simplicity and storytelling. For anyone who appreciates beer for its delicious, refreshing nature or enjoys gazing fondly at sharp images of tin antiquities, “Beer” sells from Amazon or directly from Chronicle Books .
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Could people with a predilection to abusing alcohol and drugs just as easily abuse food?
Goat milk caramel sauce blended with Macallan scotch for delicious drizzling When the San Francisco confectioner Happy Goat brought their deliciously artisinal caramels to the NYC Food Fair earlier this year, all it took was one bite before we were hooked. Using locally-sourced, free-range goat milk and Madagascan bourbon vanilla beans, founder Michael Winnike and a few friends mix up each batch in traditional copper pots for an addictive treat that is naturally lower in fat. Also, because goat milk is low-lactose and the closest in nature to mother’s milk, the caramels are also easier on the lactose intolerant. After a few months of enjoying the caramels on a pretty regular basis, we wondered what they would taste like with a little Scotch mixed in—because, who wouldn’t want that? We connected Winnike with our friends at The Macallan , who were happy to help craft what has become one of the richest, most complex caramel sauces we’ve ever tasted. The limited-edition jar sells exclusively from our Cool Hunting for Gap pop up shop for $19 each. After experimenting with the sauce on a few different foods, we recommend adding it to a cappucino, dipping apples in it or drizzling over any dessert in need of a little extra zing.
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A driver who was almost three times over the alcohol limit admits causing the death of a 37-year-old cyclist in West Lothian.
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Gin produced in a French cognac distillery with botanicals from all over the world As the current gin revival continues to play off its speakeasy roots, the latest premium example departs from the French label Citadelle Gin . Distilled using historic techniques and a bevy of flavorful and aromatic botanicals from around the world, the spirit exists in a class that few other gins share. Followed by a lingering and complex aftertaste, classic juniper berries compliment notes of anise and fresh flower notes, making for a flavorful reinvention of the classic spirit. Balanced and refined, it packs a 44% alcohol content that’s well-balanced with the subtle tastes. The unique flavor profile is the result of 19 botanicals sourced from around the world, ranging from Sri Lankan cinnamon to almonds and lemon rind from Spain, Grains of Paradise from West Africa and Moroccan coriander to licorice from China. But this heady mix is only introduced after the fourth intensive distilling process—which involves heating whole grain wheat from the Beauce region (the same used to make classic French bread) over a naked flame, and brewing with natural spring water to create the neutral spirit. The company got its start however as the team behind Cognac Ferrand , who use the same copper stills to make gin during the season that France limits cognac production. Taking the name of the distillery itself, the younger brand pays homage to the original Citadelle in the historic port city of Dunkirk, France where Carpeau and Stival made gin using copper pot stills and the vast array of spices and botanicals coming into the port from around the world. Available online as well as from several liquor stores across the country, Citadelle Gin sells for the suggested retail price of $25 for a 750ml bottle.
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Kick up desserts and cocktails with alcohol-infused whipped cream Desserts just got a whole lot more grown-up with the introduction of Cream , the alcohol-infused whipped cream created by Kingfish Spirits of Cleveland, OH. With Cherry, Vanilla, Caramel, Raspberry, and Chocolate flavors, you can mix and match flavors to create the perfect recipe. The CH favorite, Chocolate, packs a punch on its own (all creams contain 15% alcohol volume at 30 proof) and makes for a delicious treat when mixed into espressos and coffee. For cocktail recipes , Cream provides a variety that compliment the five flavors on their site. A few of the recipes to look forward to trying are the Caramel, Apple and Chocolage Creamtinis, all topped with Cream’s Caramel flavor. The boozy cream sells nationwide at select liquor stores and bars. To see if it’s available near you, check their site .
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Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011
