Why having a drink in Turkey can mean life or death

Raki, a traditional Turkish anise-flavored spirit, is facing a crisis due to increasing deaths from bootleg alcohol consumption caused by high taxes. Turkish government's tax policy and ideological stance are pushing people to unsafe alternatives, leading to public health concerns and social tensions.

Why having a drink in Turkey can mean life or death
Raki, a traditional Turkish anise-flavored spirit, is facing a crisis due to increasing deaths from bootleg alcohol consumption caused by high taxes. Turkish government's tax policy and ideological stance are pushing people to unsafe alternatives, leading to public health concerns and social tensions.