Oh how times (and alcohol strength) have changed
'In Russia vodka was usually only sold in buckets (12.3 liters) until about 1885, though it is unclear why this change in volume occurred.'
(, Thu 26 Mar 2026, 16:16, Reply)
Wow, it was subsidised by the Tzar though.
I think it still is, helps keep the masses down.
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FeralCatMan Long ads need comments sections, Thu 26 Mar 2026, 18:11,
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Same piece mentioned that the revenues from state vodka sales are so significant to the economy that it remains a headache to this day.
Wonder whether that applies elsewhere, especially given that the decline in alcohol consumption has led to stockpiles that are causing a headache for distillers/suppliers.
(, Fri 27 Mar 2026, 7:38, Reply)
I'm guessing they'll put it in fuel instead.
With the success Ukraine is having destroying oil industry infrastructure, they'll probably need to soon.
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FeralCatMan Long ads need comments sections, Fri 27 Mar 2026, 16:40,
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