One Country's Worst Nightmare - Fri Dec 20,10:30 AM ET

BERLIN (Reuters) - German drinkers could be about to face their worst nightmare -- a beer shortage.

The potential trickle in the supply of the nation's favorite tipple is due to new government regulations restricting deposits of disposable cans and bottles which takes effect in January. Retailers say it may mean there may not be enough beer in shops.

--OH THE HUMANITY!!