‘I just order cola’: South Korea’s drying booze culture leaves bars parched
The article discusses a shift in South Korean youth culture toward moderate drinking and alcohol abstinence, citing examples of young people opting for non-alcoholic beverages and non-alcohol-centered social gatherings. It highlights changing social norms and their impact on bar culture.
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Read the original article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3347938/south-koreas-drying-boo…
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Low risk. This article shows minimal use of propaganda techniques.
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“South Korea’s drying booze culture leaves bars parched: ‘I just order cola’”
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“Only one in five tables order alcohol. A customer ordering alcohol heavily is like winning a lottery”
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“I hardly drink at all – one or two glasses of beer at most.”
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“Gatherings that do not involve alcohol – usually centred on dinner, cafes or karaoke rather than bars – are becoming more common”
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“An increasing number of college students say they no longer see much point in drinking”
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“Alcohol tastes unpleasant to him and only leaves him feeling bloated”
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“So I just order a zero-sugar cola, even at a bar”
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