Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

Latest YouGov report uncovers a surge in UK abstinence

Published: 08 January, 2025

A new survey commissioned by The Portman Group, undertaken in partnership with YouGov, suggests that the moderation trend is gaining significant traction, as “more people are drinking low and no alcohol alternatives than ever before”.

Consumer interest in no and low products surging

Published: 05 January, 2022

One in three UK drinkers now regularly choose low or no alcohol brands, according to a new survey commissioned by the Portman Group.

Portman research predicts “cautious return” to pubs post lockdown

Published: 08 April, 2021

Pubgoers look set to tailor some of their pre-pandemic drinking behaviours once restrictions ease, the Portman Group has said, with many planning to drink less when they return to the on-trade post-lockdown.