Brace yourselves:
It’s illegal to serve sangria in Virginia.
Holy Blood of Christ, Batman!
The fruity cocktail of wine and brandy that is a must-have at Spanish restaurants violates a law that forbids mixing wine or beer with spirits. If convicted, a bartender could go to jail for a year.
“It’s absolutely preposterous,” said Robert Hall, general manager of Jaleo restaurant in Crystal City, which altered its sangria recipe last year after hearing the news about La Tasca. “What harm is this causing?”
Apparently, brain damage to the people who passed the law 70 years ago.
The General Assembly, which began a 60-day legislative session this month, is considering whether to tweak the antiquated law to allow restaurants and bars to serve sangria made of more than wine.
A House subcommittee is scheduled to debate the bill Thursday.
“It just seems to make common sense that government should worry about big issues like transportation and not get too concerned about what people drink,” said Del. Adam P. Ebbin (D-Alexandria), who introduced the bill.
Wow. Why isn’t this guy running for President? He evoked common sense.
Oh, that’s why.
(Via The Corner.)