Published: Dec 27, 2025, 10:19 IST | Updated: Dec 27, 2025, 10:19 IST
Alcohol consumption in the United States has fallen to a historic low in 2025, with just 54% of adults reporting that they drink—the lowest level since records began in 1939. The shift is driven by growing awareness of health risks linked to even moderate drinking, rising inflation, and the rapid popularity of non-alcoholic alternatives.