The project analysed a range of sources in order to understand the production, traffic, retail, and consumption of intoxicants in early modern England and look at the convergence of economic, social, and discursive factors informing the early - modern economy of intoxication at the local and national levels. (politics.co.uk)
While the researchers did not detect evidence of any other plant - based drugs in this particular study, they believe dental plaque could be used help trace the use and spread of other intoxicants as well. (rdmag.com)
Steep rises in taxes on alcohol do not necessarily reduce consumption, according to research funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) into the history of intoxicants in 16th and 17th century England. (politics.co.uk)