There are about 8 million sober adults in the UK today, a number that is only set to continue growing.
The number of non-drinkers jumped from 16% in 2011 to 19% in 2022, with Gen Z leading the pack – young adults are now more likely to avoid alcohol than previous generations. People’s reasons for shunning booze vary; some do it for their health, others for their religion. Some find it too expensive, and others simply don’t like the taste.