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re·spon·si·ble
drink·ing

re·spon·si·ble drink·ing

(noun)

1. Knowing your alcohol limits and sticking to them. Not just legal limits - but personal limits too.
2. Having control over how much alcohol you drink to protect yourself and those around you.
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~70

percent

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