"More and more singletons looking for love are choosing to eschew alcohol-fuelled dates in favour of authenticity - even if that means leaning in to the initial awkwardness"
"It seems in the realm of socialising, Ireland is drinking less, or at least thinking about it more. New Google Search Trends revealed a sharp rise in interest around alcohol-free choices and sober socialising, with December 2024 marking an all-time high for searches on alcohol-free drinks. Over the past year, Ireland has consistently ranked among the top five countries globally for sobriety-related searches, trailing only the US, Canada and the UK."
More singles are choosing to eschew alcohol-fuelled dates in favour of authenticity, even when that requires leaning into initial awkwardness. Many daters prefer sober or alcohol-free settings to foster clearer connection and honest conversation. In Ireland, alcohol consumption appears to be declining or at least becoming a more considered choice in social contexts. Google Search Trends show a sharp rise in interest around alcohol-free choices and sober socialising. December 2024 marked an all-time high for searches on alcohol-free drinks. Over the past year, Ireland consistently ranked among the top five countries globally for sobriety-related searches, trailing only the US, Canada and the UK.
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