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What's Hiding In That Energy Drink?

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It's getting easier for minors to get their hands on alcohol disguised as energy drinks. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission is trying to inform parents and business owners how easy it is for minors to buy alcoholic energy drinks.

Captain Hank Blanchard with the TABC says a majority of these beverages have more alcohol than an average beer. Enforcement officers may find it difficult to detect minors in possession of the alcoholic energy drinks.

"You see a kid walk out of the store... You might not think much of it. You have to think okay is that non alcohol or alcoholic beverage energy drink . Something we have to more aware of and stay on top of," Blanchard explains.

The TABC is looking to host classes teaching business owners what to look out for if minors try to purchase the alcoholic energy drinks.