Ölstabs

Ölstabs, also known as beer tabs, are a form of payment used in some countries, particularly in Germany, for purchasing beer at the bar. They are a form of prepaid credit that can be used to buy beer at participating establishments. The system is designed to encourage responsible drinking by limiting the amount of alcohol a person can consume in a given time period.

Ölstabs were introduced in Germany in the 1990s as a way to combat alcohol-related problems such as drunk driving and public intoxication. The system is based on the idea that people are more likely to drink responsibly if they have a limited amount of money to spend on alcohol. Each tab is typically valid for a specific period, such as one day or one week, and can be used to buy a certain number of beers at participating bars.

The use of ölstabs has been controversial, with some people arguing that it promotes excessive drinking by making it easier to buy large quantities of alcohol. Others argue that the system helps to reduce alcohol-related problems by encouraging responsible drinking. Despite the controversy, ölstabs remain a popular form of payment for beer in Germany and other countries.