Beer ends in Russia after 100 days of war in Ukraine

THE beer begins to become rare slowly in Russiaas well as 100 days after its start war in UkraineWestern sanctions have begun to affect the daily lives of Russian citizens.

According to Reuters, many foreign companies left Russia and Maritime trade has plummetedpushing the economy and influencing the habits of Russians accustomed to a rich selection of foreign spirits.

In fact, the largest foreign container lines in the world – including the top three MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM – have temporarily suspended shipments to and from Russia, while European Union countries bordering Russia and Belarus have banned entry into lorries registered in those countries.

«There is no Guinness anymore and it will not return“At least for now,” said a bartender at White Hart, a large English-style pub in central Moscow, next to the central bank. He was selling dark beer for 690 rubles ($ 10.83) per pint.

Diageo, which produces Smirnoff and Guinness vodka, started its own distribution in Russia in 2006 and once had huge growth potential in the country. It said in March it had suspended all exports to Russia as well as local production of its beer.

The warehouses are almost empty and the restaurants are selling old stock, he said Sergei Mironovmediator of Moscow restaurants, broadcast the state news agency RIA.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that sanctions will boom in the West and provide new opportunities for Russian companies. As the flow of foreign spirits drains, bars and shops are considering local beverage production.

“We started looking for domestic alternatives to foreign beers and, as a result, the choice has changed dramatically. “Imported alcohol is now 20-50% more expensive, while local beers are slightly cheaper than those imported before February 24,” Skirpkin said.