Many of us were the only kids who grew up with Environmental Education being a mandatory subject in our school syllabus, learning about how unwise human actions affected the climate. And as children, we were really concerned about climate change affecting our favorite fruit – mango’s production. Now as an adult, we’re learning about the effects of climate change on even our preferred alcoholic beverages. It breaks our adult hearts to see how the climate industry is affecting the spirit industry.
Because of global warming, the days are getting warmer and the winters shorter. Earth is running out of safe, potable water, and different regions around the world are facing destructive droughts. All this has impacted the production of our crops, including barley, wheat, corn, potatoes, and wine which are essential in producing the liquor we love.
The Effect On Whiskey And Beer
Due to barley crops being affected, whiskey and beer are in the red zone. Barley yields are being affected by the rising hot temperatures and shortage of water. And the erratic weather conditions are having a direct effect on the whiskey aging process. Whiskey will most definitely lose the flavor it is cherished for in the next 10 years. On the other hand, a shortage of barley supply will increase the prices of beer production. This will, in turn, increase the market prices of the beverage. Because of this, beer consumption is expected to go down by 20% in the coming 5 years.
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The Effect On Vodka
Potatoes are to thank for every sip of our precious vodka. With a low potato yield, vodka production is expected to take a hit all over the world. As for the brands that use corn or wheat, the news is much worse. Wheat yields are expected to drop by 20% in the next five years.
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The Effect On Wine
And now comes our delectable wine. Due to rising temperatures, wine producers are using different varieties of grapes to continue with the production process. The massive change in the planet’s temperature is affecting the yield of the popular wine grapes, so be prepared to pour yourself a glass of your favorite wine that tastes very different from how you remember it.
Sad, right? Well, do everyone a favor and do your bit to save our earth and your favorite daaru. Because we are definitely going to do our bit to save our frothy chilled glasses of beer.
FAQs
What Industries Will Be Most Affected By Climate Change?
Though virtually every industry is at risk of getting affected by environmental change, the following industries are most likely to get affected by it:
- Autovehicle industry
- Food production industry
- Textile industry
- Alcohol/spirit industry
- Construction industry
What Are The Five Main Effects Of Climate Change?
Here are the main effects of climate change:
- Hotter temperature
- Loss of biodiversity
- Increased droughts
- Decrease in soil fertility
- Rising sea levels
- Water scarcity
How Does The Spirits Industry Affect The Environment?
Spirit production is an energy-intensive process. Right from farming to bottling the finished product, every step in the process uses considerable energy, water, and other natural resources.
