Tough For Government To Clampdown On Vodka

After raising the minimum price of a half litre of low-end vodka to RUB0.89 (US$2.95) in January 2010 as part of a clampdown on an alcoholic drinks industry described by President Medvedev as a 'national disaster,' Russia is believed to be contemplating banning spirits sales past 21:00 as part of the ongoing crackdown. While BMI does not believe a night time curfew on vodka sales would necessarily have a major impact on consumption, particularly given the strength of the illicit market, Russia appears to be taking its toughest stance on alcohol since the tail end of the Soviet era (a

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