As the quality and range of alcohol free drinks continues to develop exponentially it has become more important for restaurant wine lists to keep track of what’s available.
For those seeking no and low alcohol drinks this category will focus on still wine alternatives, sparkling wine alternatives and sparkling teas below 1.2% alcohol – including alcohol free 0.0% and de-alcoholised wines <1.2% abv.
“Moderation is now a changed behaviour, not a fad.” That’s how research consultancy KAM expressed current attitudes to drinking in its 2024 report on the no and low market. Three-quarters of all UK adults now say they are moderating their alcohol intake in one way or another which means that many of those dining out are actively looking for zero-alcohol options.