It's not up to me to judge whether or not it was right to allow this child to have a drink of beer, however, what's okay in private is not always okay in public. You can french kiss your poodle, while sitting in your living room, for all I care, but don't do it on a park bench for everyone to see. While in other countries, allowing a child to drink a small amount wouldn't warrant a second glance, here it is definitely frowned upon. A little situational awareness goes a long way.
Swoop