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February 3, 2010

Americans drinking more, spending less

  • They also drank more at home and less in pricier bars and restaurants.
    • By EMILY FREDRIX
    AP Food Industry Writer

    NEW YORK — Americans' love affair with top-shelf booze cooled last year as the recession took a toll on high-priced tipples.

    A new report by an industry group shows people drank more but turned to cheaper brands. They also drank more at home and less in pricier bars and restaurants.


     
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