Alcohol in Colorado (price, sell, expensive)

[Katiana]

Originally Posted by OutOfSoCal

Didn't realize this was such a big issue with people.

I agree. I don't understand why it is so imortant to be able to get alcohol 24/7. I studied alcoholism in grad school. People who are obsessed with alcohol frequently have a drinking problem.

[kwk722]

To each their own! Just dont get out on the road after drinking. (I hope I didnt sound immature)

[Katiana]

Originally Posted by kwk722

To each their own! Just dont get out on the road after drinking. (I hope I didnt sound immature)

Very good advice! It bears repeating over and over again.

[Todd TCE]

Originally Posted by pittnurse70

People who are obsessed with alcohol frequently have a drinking problem.

....ok, I'm with you here...

Sorry, couldn't resist a comment on that one.

[Katiana]

Originally Posted by Todd TCE

....ok, I'm with you here...

Sorry, couldn't resist a comment on that one.

I was trying to be diplomatic.

[p004]

I think this is ot enjoyable beverage.But it stimulates drinkers mental level.Now wine is considered status symbol.But rethinking should be done.
Never drink.

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[Rumblebelly]

I wonder if people that are obsessed with people obsessed with alcohol used to have a problem with drinking?

Anyway, back to the topic. They measure "3.2 beer" by weight (abw), which equals about 4.0% by volume (abv). A typical light macrolager beer is about 4 to 4.5% abv anyway so you aren't loosing a significant amount of alcohol with 3.2% (abw) if you buy light beer.

The issue is when you are a customer that prefers microbeers, which are typically 5% abv or more. I haven't tried a 3.2 microbeer next to the same regular microbeer to see if they taste different so I can't comment on it. Several of New Belgium's beers, such as Abbey or Triple, are usually 7-8% abv but I doubt you'll find them in the grocery store anyway. On the other hand, Guinness on tap has only 4.2% abv. That equals about 3.4% abw, only 0.2% higher than "3.2 beer". I find it funny when people think they drink Guinness draft, they think it's really strong because it's really dark.

Not all beers are created equal. Know your beer. Respect beer.

[Katiana]

Originally Posted by Rumblebelly

I wonder if people that are obsessed with people obsessed with alcohol used to have a problem with drinking?

If you're referring to me, I have a number of alcoholics in my family. It was helpful to learn that stuff. I don't "enable" any more.

[Rumblebelly]

Originally Posted by Katiana

If you're referring to me, I have a number of alcoholics in my family. It was helpful to learn that stuff. I don't "enable" any more.

You did have a problem with drinking, it affected your life in a negative way.

Please, don't take my comment too seriously though. Also, I wasn't directing it directly to you. I was trying to lighten the mood a bit and I'm well aware of how alcohol can ruin lives.

[ryanek9freak]

Ha, well regardless of how you all feel, July 1st, it's all over. Liquor stores will now be allowed to be open on Sundays, if they wish. It's not mandatory. But I can sure as hell bet you that they 99% of them will be, once they see the extra revenue it will generate.

Oh, and also, regular stores will be selling regular beer. Not that 3.2% pee water.