When life's handing out lemons, make lemonade ... then spike it. These sure are tough economic times; some fast food companies are even turning to the bottle.
According to USA Today, major players in the quick-serve industry are testing out beer and wine on their menus. Starbucks
Starbucks now serves beer and wine in four Seattle locations. Sonic's testing out alcohol sales in two locations (don't worry, not for folks in cars), and Burger King has three beer-slinging locations in the U.S. and three overseas.
Economic duress has made it difficult for many restaurants to compete. In the past several months, chains like Sbarro and Perkins have filed for bankruptcy. McDonald's
Booze could help boost these companies if it's offered on a wider scale. Buffalo Wild Wings
Should quick-serve restaurants like Starbucks, Sonic, and Burger King expand on this idea? Or are they opening themselves up for a heck of a hangover? Let us know in the comments box below.