<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2229527/fan_mail/new">Hey, let's text 🤗</a>Ever picked up a bottle of alcohol-free wine or a non-alcoholic spirit and wondered why it costs as much — or more — than the full-strength version? You're not alone, and the answer is more interesting than you might think. Alcohol does a lot more heavy lifting in a drink than most people realise, and replacing all of those functions doesn't come cheap. Find out everything you need to know in this five-minute listen. Dive deeper with: 108: Costs Pt1: What You’re Really Paying For On Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/108-costs-pt1-what-youre-really-paying-for/id1701338793?i=1000723671858 & 109: Costs Pt2: £62,899 Burnout On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1YDnvrKmgOEwCeP2b6U5NK?si=f092962e1999409e & Feel free to email me any topics or questions you’d like me to answer for you on another episode of Drinks 101.=== You can email me at denise@lownodrinkermagazine.com === *Some links are affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may earn a commission that helps me keep the show going. Thank you.

Hey, let's text 🤗 Ever picked up a bottle of alcohol-free wine or a non-alcoholic spirit and wondered why it costs as much — or more — than the full-strength version? You're not alone, and the answer is more interesting than you might think. Alcohol does a lot more heavy lifting in a drink than most people realise, and replacing all of those functions doesn't come cheap. Find out everything you need to know in this five-minute listen. Dive deeper with: 108: Costs Pt1: What You’re Really Paying For On Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/108-costs-pt1-what-youre-really-paying-for/id1701338793?i=1000723671858 & 109: Costs Pt2: £62,899 Burnout On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1YDnvrKmgOEwCeP2b6U5NK?si=f092962e1999409e & Feel free to email me any topics or questions you’d like me to answer for you on another episode of Drinks 101. === You can email me at denise@lownodrinkermagazine.com === *Some links are affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may earn a commission that helps me keep the show going. Thank you.

<a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2229527/fan_mail/new" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hey, let's text 🤗</a>Ever picked up a bottle of alcohol-free wine or a non-alcoholic spirit and wondered why it costs as much — or more — than the full-strength version? You're not alone, and the answer is more interesting than you might think. Alcohol does a lot more heavy lifting in a drink than most people realise, and replacing all of those functions doesn't come cheap. Find out everything you need to know in this five-minute listen. Dive deeper with: 108: Costs Pt1: What You’re Really Paying For On Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/108-costs-pt1-what-youre-really-paying-for/id1701338793?i=1000723671858 &amp; 109: Costs Pt2: £62,899 Burnout On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1YDnvrKmgOEwCeP2b6U5NK?si=f092962e1999409e &amp; Feel free to email me any topics or questions you’d like me to answer for you on another episode of Drinks 101.=== You can email me at denise@lownodrinkermagazine.com === *Some links are affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may earn a commission that helps me keep the show going. Thank you.

164. Drinks 101: Why Do Alcohol-Free Drinks Cost So Much?

**A Spotify 'Rising Star' show** How do I drink less without quitting completely? What's the difference between low, no and light alcohol drinks? Why can't I drink like I used to? Why do alcohol-free drinks cost so much? If you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond and asking these questions, this is your podcast. Welcome to the essential show for midlife adults who want to drink less, on their own terms—without the pressure to quit completely, follow rigid rules, or label themselves as sober. I'm Denise Hamilton-Mace, your mindful drinking mentor, magazine editor, writer and public speaker on all things low, no and light. Each week, I help stressed parents and busy midlife adults navigate their relationship with alcohol through practical approaches grounded in real-world experience and behaviour change strategy, not willpower or wellness culture What you'll get:Mindful Moderation Solo Episodes – Deep-dives answering the questions that matter to sophisticated drinkers who want to moderate smartly:<ul><li>How do I cut back when my partner still drinks at home?</li><li>Why do premium alcohol-free drinks cost the same as full-strength versions?</li><li>How do I navigate social situations when I'm the only one moderating?</li><li>What really works: willpower vs. strategy?</li></ul> Drinks 101 Mini-Series – Short educational episodes demystifying the confusing world of low and no alcohol drinks:<ul><li>What does ABV actually mean?</li><li>What's the real difference between non-alcoholic, alcohol-free, low alcohol, and light beer?</li><li>How are alcohol-free drinks made?</li><li>Which drinks are safe for pregnancy, driving, or recovery?</li></ul> Meet the Makers – Intimate conversations with the founders, brewers, distillers, and visionaries creating the premium drinks and experiences that support your moderation goals. This podcast is for you if:<ul><li>You want drinks that taste like the ones you already love</li><li>You're looking for practical advice that fits your demanding life, not another wellness overhaul</li><li>You recognise that coasting with mid-strength drinks, zebra-striping, or bookending your evening with something non-alcoholic are all valid strategies</li><li>You want better mornings without giving up celebrating life's special moments</li></ul> This isn't about going completely dry or reinventing yourself. It's about keeping energy for what matters most: family, health, career, and living life on your own terms. Join the moderation revolution happening in midlife – because while Gen Z gets the headlines, you're the one actually doing it.

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**A Spotify 'Rising Star' show** How do I drink less without quitting completely? What's the difference between low, no and light alcohol drinks? Why can't I drink like I used to? Why do alcohol-free drinks cost so much? If you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond and asking these questions, this is your podcast. Welcome to the essential show for midlife adults who want to drink less, on their own terms—without the pressure to quit completely, follow rigid rules, or label themselves as sober. I'm Denise Hamilton-Mace, your mindful drinking mentor, magazine editor, writer and public speaker on all things low, no and light. Each week, I help stressed parents and busy midlife adults navigate their relationship with alcohol through practical approaches grounded in real-world experience and behaviour change strategy, not willpower or wellness culture What you'll get: Mindful Moderation Solo Episodes – Deep-dives answering the questions that matter to sophisticated drinkers who want to moderate smartly:How do I cut back when my partner still drinks at home?Why do premium alcohol-free drinks cost the same as full-strength versions?How do I navigate social situations when I'm the only one moderating?What really works: willpower vs. strategy? Drinks 101 Mini-Series – Short educational episodes demystifying the confusing world of low and no alcohol drinks:What does ABV actually mean?What's the real difference between non-alcoholic, alcohol-free, low alcohol, and light beer?How are alcohol-free drinks made?Which drinks are safe for pregnancy, driving, or recovery? Meet the Makers – Intimate conversations with the founders, brewers, distillers, and visionaries creating the premium drinks and experiences that support your moderation goals. This podcast is for you if:You want drinks that taste like the ones you already loveYou're looking for practical advice that fits your demanding life, not another wellness overhaulYou recognise that coasting with mid-strength drinks, zebra-striping, or bookending your evening with something non-alcoholic are all valid strategiesYou want better mornings without giving up celebrating life's special moments This isn't about going completely dry or reinventing yourself. It's about keeping energy for what matters most: family, health, career, and living life on your own terms. Join the moderation revolution happening in midlife – because while Gen Z gets the headlines, you're the one actually doing it.

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