Thanksgiving dinner isn’t quite what it used to be. As recent years have made clear, climate change is making turkey producers move north to avoid drenching hurricanes, reducing yields of the wheat used to make the bread for stuffing, and shrinking the size of the potatoes we love mashed, when nights are too warm. But what has gotten less attention is the impact accelerating climate change is having on our favorite Thanksgiving beverages.
The night before Thanksgiving is said to be the biggest drinking night in the U.S., in some locations even bigger than New Year’s Eve. Punch with a punch, beers, wines, and special cocktails are go-tos for partygoers home for the holidays and for beverage enthusiasts who prefer to savor a glass with the big meal.
