During the Black Death, distilled spirits were prescribed by doctors. As a consequence, the consumption of spirits in Europe rose dramatically. Some people thought drinking more would protect them from disease. Others thought moderation in all things would save them.
Source: Curtis, W. (2009). And a Bottle of Rum: A History of the New World in Ten Cocktails. Broadway Books.
| Drugs: | Alcohol |
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| Regions: | Europe |
| Topics: | Medicinal use of drugs |
