Extreme weather could trigger a global beer shortage that causes prices to skyrocket worldwide

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Researchers have uncovered a link between severe weather conditions, such as extreme drought or heat, and the global consumption of beer.

Rising global temperatures could hinder the production of barley — the main ingredient in beer.

Without enough supply to meet demand, the world could face a 16 decline in global beer consumption, with beer prices skyrocketing across nations.

Rising global temperatures affect not only our safety but what we eat and drink as well.

In recent years, scientists have uncovered a link between climate change and our consumption of popular items like wine and coffee. Now, a coming study from the University of East Anglia has found a link between extreme weather and how much beer we drink.See the rest of the story at Business InsiderNOW WATCH: 3 compelling reasons why we haven't found aliens yetSee Also:We asked insurance workers where they'd live in the US to avoid future natural disasters here's what they saidOne of California's most famous surf towns is threatened by rising sea levels that could overtake beaches and million-dollar homesBefore-and-after photos show Hurricane Michael's catastrophic destruction in Florida

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