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Published on February 10, 2024
ILCC Urges Super Bowl Fans to Sip, Not Chug as Beer Ads Flood the FieldSource: Unsplash/ engin akyurt

Super Bowl Sunday is almost upon us, and as fans across the nation gear up for the face-off between the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs, the Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) sends out a reminder to drink responsibly during the festivities. In a statement obtained by Illinois.gov, ILCC Executive Director Lisa Gardner emphasized the importance of moderation, saying, "We want everyone to enjoy the Super Bowl festivities this weekend. As always, we urge the public to drink in moderation and hydrate."

While the Super Bowl is a boon for the alcohol industry, pulling in millions in advertising dollars, it's also a prime time for fans to overindulge, with a staggering estimated 325 million gallons of beer consumed on game day. With beer commercials taking center stage among Super Bowl ads, it's clear that the marketing machine is in full swing, pushing consumers to crack open a cold one as they watch the game. The audience will not be spared from an onslaught of these commercials, designed to drive up sales and keep the kegs pouring.