US and Canadian Liquor Stores Boycott Russian Vodka in Response to Ukraine Crisis

In light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, liquor stores across the United States and Canada are protesting in a major way. According to TMZ, numerous stores have responded to the crisis by vowing to not sell any Russian liquor. They're even showcasing their solidarity with Ukrainians by pouring out Russian-based spirits. 

TMZ reported that business owners across the United States and Canada are aiming to make their voices heard with this boycott. They noted that several owners, including Bill McCormick, who runs the Pine Tavern Restaurant in Bend, Ohio, have spoken out about the movement. McCormick told KTVZ21 that he was getting rid of brands such as Stolichnaya because he does not wish to support anything Russian-based. 

While many business owners are taking matters into their own hands, the outlet did note that President Joe Biden and other world leaders have already implemented sanctions on Russia after Vladimir Putin sparked a war with Ukraine. Still, liquor store owners and patrons alike are doing what they can amid this conflict, and they're showing off their support of Ukraine via social media.