"The latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) consumer trends report reveals that Brits spent £27.4bn on buying alcoholic drinks for consumption at home last year. That beat 2023's £24.1bn and was within a dram of 2022's biggest-ever spend of £27.47bn. That record was set during a period of lockdowns when we were banned from visiting pubs and restaurants. The figures also reveal we spent a record-breaking £13.1bn on wine and"
"Harvey Bhandal is the Managing Director of Sinclair Method UK, specialists in medically supervised alcohol reduction. He said, "The occasional drink at home can be useful to unwind from the stresses of work and modern life. "However, the record amount we spent on alcohol for home consumption last year could point to the fact that too many of us drink far more than the recommended levels. We could be creating health problems for ourselves in the future."
Brits spent £27.4bn on buying alcoholic drinks for consumption at home last year, surpassing 2023's £24.1bn and nearly matching 2022's £27.47bn record set during lockdowns. Home wine and cider purchases hit a record £13.1bn, topping 2023's £12.6bn and 2022's £11.8bn. Spirits accounted for £7.7bn in spending and beer accounted for £6.5bn. Medically supervised alcohol reduction specialists note that occasional drinking can help unwind, but rising home spending may indicate many adults drink beyond recommended levels, risking future health and financial strain.
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