Why the war in Iran could lead to a World Cup beer shortage
Apr 16, 2026
Brits face drinking state-backed beer during the Fifa World Cup as CO2 shortage fears leave breweries and boozers reliant on government gas.
The war in Iran has caused chaos across Gulf shipping lanes with government analysis suggesting a closure of the Strait of Hormuz for a long period of time could lead to shortages of carbon dioxide, a key component to the production of beer.
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