Londoners Opt For Alcohol-Free Alternatives To Enjoy Summer Socializing

 The Benedictine Palace distillery, of which the production company belongs to the Bacardi-Martini France group, celebrates its 150 anniversary in 2023. Two-thirds of drinkers want to cut back on alcohol consumption this summer, according to research.A poll of 2,000 adults who drink found those looking to minimize their intake - as the trend for sober curiosity and mindful drinking spreads across the nation - 63 percent want to avoid over-consumptionPHOTO BY LOU BENOIST/GETTY IMAGES

While a further 35 percent will enjoy summer socializing with a more flexible approach.As a result, 62 percent feel they have landed on a “sweet spot” of how they can enjoy a drink, but without any of the repercussions.Barbecues (38 percent), alfresco dining (27 percent) and trips to beer gardens (25 percent) are some of the occasions these drinkers are looking to reduce their intake over the course of the next few months.

The research was commissioned by Italian non-alcoholic aperitivo Crodino, which is launching its Na’lfresco route, a collection of beauty spots around London to enjoy am alcohol-free alfresco gathering.