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Monastic tonic wine holds massive market share in Scotland

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What was intended as a soothing medicinal tonic by quiet English monks became a nightmare for Scottish police. Packed with massive amounts of caffeine and cheap alcohol, it became the fuel of choice for reckless youth, consistently linked to a staggering percentage of local petty crime.

Monastic tonic wine holds massive market share in Scotland
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