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Boston Is Drinking Like It’s 1776. The Founding Fathers Would Be Proud.

Thursday, July 2, 2026


A surge in alcohol consumption is occurring in Boston during the summer months. Historical records indicate that per capita alcohol consumption in the United States during the 18th century exceeded current levels.

Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/02/us/brooke-barbier-revolutionary-era-drinks.html

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