Alcohol is legal and publicly consumed in Tunisia, but it is becoming a point of friction as Tunisians try to figure out what kind of country they want to build in the wake of the revolution.
Is liquor allowed in Tunisia?
Tourists who come to Tunisia to party, relax, or simply continue their casual drinking habits as if they were at home, often ask whether they can drink in Tunisia. Here's the simple answer: Yes, you can buy and consume alcohol in Tunisia.
Do hotels in Tunisia serve alcohol?
As far as we are aware, there is no law prohibiting public drinking or carrying an open container. However, there are some critical caveats to this observation. It IS legal and acceptable to consume alcohol in restaurants and hotels that serve it, as well as in some restaurants that allow you to bring your own bottle.
Do people in Tunisia drink alcohol?
Which liquors are consumed by the people of Tunisia?
Beer was the most consumed alcoholic beverage in Tunisia as of 2016, accounting for 72 percent of the recorded alcohol consumption. Wine followed, making up 24 percent of the total. On the other hand, spirits only represented four percent of the alcohol consumption in the country.
Can an unmarried couple share a room in Tunisia?
Your answer is: It's NOT ILLEGAL for a non-married heterosexual couple to book a room together. Hotels however can often act icky about it and pull a fake non-existant law out of their ass to stop you from booking a room together.
What is a typical drink in Tunisia?
Mint teaMint tea is the traditional drink of the Tunisian people, some regions serve it with pine nuts. Coffee is also a very popular option. Although being a Muslim country, alcohol is available and there is an old winemaking tradition in Tunisia. Both red and white wines are produced locally.