GREEN BAR

Research shows low-alcohol and no-alcohol drinking options are trending through bars around the world. Credited to the global decline in drinking rates as well as an increasing level of health consciousness, both mental and physical, beer drinkers are now regularly opting for alcohol-free beer varieties. By year 2020 it is predicted that one in five beers sold will either be a light or zero offering. Health-conscious Kiwis are part of the global movement, with a recent study of New Zealanders aged between 22 and 37, revealing they respect those who moderate their drinking – with 66 per cent deeming that moderating your drinking is “cool”. Read more about mindful drinking on page 38.