Bowing to states' pressure, MillerCoors to stop mixing beer, stimulants

By Mike Hughlett

"MillerCoors said Thursday it has agreed to stop making beverages that combine beer with caffeine and other stimulants, after coming under fire from public officials in several states."

"Attorneys general from up to 25 states...have criticized the brewing company for its Sparks beverages, saying high caffeine levels in those high-alcohol brews can mask intoxication..."

"MillerCoors, which is moving its headquarters to Chicago next year, agreed to reformulate Sparks, removing caffeine and other stimulants. The company also agreed not to produce caffeinated alcoholic beverages in the future..."

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