In the 1950s, the US government placed beer next to an atomic bomb blast to determine if it was still drinkable. The result: in the event of a nuclear war, beer is safe to drink!
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One or two alcohol drinks a day can be anti-inflammatory.
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Anyone under the age of 21 who takes out household trash containing even a single empty alcohol beverage container can be charged with illegal possession of alcohol in Missouri.
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In 1943, a Pan Am Airline chef snuck whiskey into passengers' coffee to warm them up on a winter flight. When asked what kind of coffee they were being served, he improvised "Irish Coffee," creating the now-famous cocktail.
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All 13 minerals necessary for human life can be found in alcohol beverages.
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Orange juice naturally contains a small amount of alcohol.
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Scientists have developed a 'hangover-free' beer that has electrolytes, making it more hydrating and refreshing.
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The world's oldest known recipe is for beer.
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