Since about 2022, the UK has seen a noticeable shift in how people drink: health, moderation, and mindful consumption have become central to social life and hospitality. Low‐ and no‐alcohol drinks are being embraced more than ever; many consumers are “zebra striping”—alternating alcoholic and alcohol‐free drinks—and some are cutting alcohol out entirely.
In this episode, we explore one bold restaurant in England that is leaning into this change: instead of a wine list, they offer a curated water bar, complete with still and sparkling options, mineral waters from different regions, and pairings designed to accentuate the food, not overpower it.
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