Following the death of six tourists due to suspected methanol poisoning, Lao authorities have banned the sale and consumption of Tiger vodka and Tiger whisky in Vang Vieng. The victims included two Australians, two Danes, an American, and a Briton who fell ill after drinking these beverages during their holiday. Authorities have also detained the manager of a backpacker hostel and seven of its staff members.
Ban comes after two Australian teenagers, two Danish citizens, an American, and a Briton became ill, and later died, after drinking in Vang Vieng Lao authorities have banned the sale and consumption of a brand of whisky and vodka following the death of six tourists after a suspected mass methanol poisoning this month.
Police have detained the manager of a backpacker hostel as well as seven of its staff. The manager had previously told Associated Press he gave away free shots of Lao Vodka to about 100 guests, including Holly Bowles and her best friend Bianca Jones, who both died aged 19. He said no other guest had reported any problems, and that the women had then gone out for the night. He has denied to other media outlets that the alcohol from his bar was tainted.
Other governments have issued similar warnings over recent weeks. The UK said tourists should only consume alcoholic drinks from licensed alcohol stores, and “take care if offered, particularly for free, or when buying spirit-based drinks”.
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