Alcohol sales on the rise

Millions of Americans live in places that are under stay at home orders or encouraging social distancing, and many seem to be passing the time in the company of alcohol.

Nielson research shows alcoholic beverage sales increased in March — sales were up by 55% in the third week of March compared to the same week last year.

In 40 states, and Washington D.C. liquor stores are considered an “essential business.”