Heavy drinkers more likely to buy alcohol-free and low-alcohol drinks

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"Heavy drinkers are more likely to buy alcohol-free and low-alcohol drinks than non-drinkers, according to a report. As the value of the non-alcoholic drinks market has soared, a study from the University of Sheffield has found that while a third of UK adults have enjoyed a no/low drink in the past year, those who drink at risky levels are more likely to be regular drinkers of these alternatives."

The Independent covers topics from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech and emphasizes sending reporters to emerging stories. Donations fund the deployment of journalists and enable the outlet to keep reporting and analysis free of paywalls. A University of Sheffield study found heavy drinkers are likelier than non-drinkers to purchase alcohol-free and low-alcohol alternatives. About one-third of UK adults tried a no/low drink in the past year, and 96 per cent of households that bought non-alcoholic or low-alcohol drinks also bought alcoholic products. Sales of non-alcoholic drinks rose sharply to 362 million in 2023.

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