Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?GET YOUR FREE TICKET TO THE SOBER SUMMIT ======================================================QUOTES FROM THE SHOW“At every event we do, at least one person would be like “Non-alcoholic! What's the point?” Sometimes, they used to anger me. […] But I can understand where they're coming from. I mean, alcohol in Scotland is important.”========================================================NOTES FROM THE SHOWThis episode is a meeting of generations and a testament to what low/no-&-light does to bring people together in a whole new world of appreciation for a life less intoxicated. Lewis Kennedy, 26, is the founder of Talonmore, a Scottish non-alcoholic dark spirit with notes of ginger and fresh Assam Tea. In this episode, we discuss everything from what’s driving Gen-Z to drink less to how we can create a new drinking experience while still respecting the years of tradition behind the cocktails that the older generation has come to know and love. Lewis takes us through the inspiration behind the brand and the help he received from his university to make this initial passing brag a reality. Lewis unveils some plans for the brand with a new release coming soon, and of course, I ask him what he’s bringing to the BBQ. Despite being hundreds of miles apart, talking to Lewis for this episode was like having a chat with a mate over a pint in a pub, and I cannot wait for you to come and join us.==============================================Try Talonmore*============================================== We also talk about:Jump Ship*Wilfred’s*Black Axe ThrowingBuilding Low No Nation Newsletter============================================== About Low No Drinker==============================================Best episodes to check out next - #12 Redefining Scottish Alcohol-Free Spirits with Feragaia#1 Low No Drinker Magazine meets Unltd. founder Johnny JohnsonThe Low No Drinker Podcast is hosted by Denise Hamilton-Mace, the founder and editor of Low No Drinker Magazine.Bringing you closer to the people, places and brands leading the low-&-no-alcohol revolution!Subscribe to Low No Drinker Magazine online or in print (delivered worldwide!)==============================================FREEBIES==============================================Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type QuizDownload your free Seven Signs of Sober Curiosity eBook ==============================================Special thanks to our sponsor We Recover LoudlyRemember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?======================================================Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type QuizDownload your free Seven Signs of Sober Curiosity eBook ======================================================Joining me this week is Russell Lamb, co-founder of 6PERCENT, a new mid-range wine company producing the first in its planned range of lighter wines, a 6% merlot-cabernet sauvignon blend with half the ABV but all of the flavour.Starting life as a lockdown wine-tasting company, Russ and his wife, Gabbi, soon came to realise that there was a demand from their clients for lower ABV wines that they were not able to meet with anything they could find and so they decided to solve the problem themselves.In this episode we discuss the challenges in not only making a 6% wine, but in sharing it with a world that is not always ready to hear about it (let alone taste it).We talk about the ever-present question of why lower alcohol drinks are priced the way they are even though they don’t contain alcohol (I love Russ’ answer to this by the way).We also spend a lot of time examining the mid-range/light-alcohol category as a whole (there’s a lot to cover), blended drinking habits, and how we communicate to consumers the benefits of these new lower-alcohol drinks.Of course, there’s the Low No Drinker BBQ-Q in which Russell shares some of his favourite go-to low/no-&-light drinks and if you’re looking to get in on the ground floor of this emerging category Russell opens up about their upcoming fundraising round*.I truly enjoyed Russell’s company on this chat, and I enjoyed tasting his wine. If you want to give it a try too, 6PERCENT has kindly shared the code GREATTASTE10 for listeners in Low No Nation to get 10% off their order (plus free shipping over £30) at their website https://www.6percent.wine/Make sure you tag us both on Instagram when you try it @6percent.wine & @lownodrinkermagazine==============================================Try 6PERCENT ============================================== 6PERCENT is entering its first round of fundraising and is open to discussing investment opportunities. Please reach out via https://www.6percent.wine/pages/contact(this is not financial advice nor an endorsement from Low No Drinker. Your capital is at risk if you choose to invest, and you should seek professional guidance when necessary)==============================================  ============================================== About Low No Drinker ==============================================Best episodes to check out next - #16 Exploring light-spirits with Quarter Proof 12% spirits The Low No Drinker Podcast is hosted by Denise Hamilton-Mace, the founder and editor of Low No Drinker Magazine.Every week you can join me as I talk to low/no-&-light brand founders and industry experts about the people, places and brands leading the low-&-no-alcohol revolution!Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?======================================================Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type QuizDownload your free Seven Signs of Sober Curiosity eBook ====================================================== QUOTES FROM THE SHOW“I don't really care that wine is normally made from grapes or that a gin is made from, you know, distillates of xyz herbs.” “Do I think it's impossible? No, I don't think it's impossible, I think it takes time.” ======================================================== NOTES FROM THE SHOW Bringing you more international insight from Low No Nation, in this week’s conversation, I’m chatting with GNISTA founder Erika Ollén about her unique range of ‘not’ wines and ‘not’ spirits. I love Erika’s story and how her goal was always to make the best liquid by travelling the world to ask the drink makers what they wanted from a non-alcoholic liquid to make the best cocktails. After years of research GNISTA launched in 2019 to an international market of bartenders and drinks enthusiasts who just happen to prefer their drinks alcohol-free at times. Erika shares her experiences of creating her Frenh & Italian style ‘not’ wines and we discuss the challenges of getting the same buy-in from sommeliers as she did from the bartenders she spoke to. Non-alcoholic GNISTA is available in 10 markets around the world, but Brexit has impacted the way the business runs from the UK. We also talk about the pros & cons of ‘big alcohol’ and the buying power of millennials in the low/no-&-light alcohol space. Despite a technical glitch that nearly set my camera on fire, this is a great conversation full of insight and new perspective. ==============================================Try GNISTA ============================================== We also talks about: CalienteFeral==============================================  ============================================== About Low No Drinker ==============================================Best episodes to check out next - #30 REAL: The sparkling tea for wine enthusiasts#19 You don’t have to be an alcoholic to want to change your relationship with alcohol#9 Wednesday’s Domaine: This alcohol-free wine is not for youThe Low No Drinker Podcast is hosted by Denise Hamilton-Mace, the founder and editor of Low No Drinker Magazine.Every week you can join me as I talk to low/no-&-light brand founders and industry experts about the people, places and brands leading the low-&-no-alcohol revolution!Subscribe to Low No Drinker Magazine online or in print (delivered worldwide!)==============================================Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?DESCRIPTION ======================================================Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz ====================================================== QUOTES FROM THE SHOW“Whether you're drinking or not drinking, whether you're a vegetarian or a vegan or you like a steak, we should be accepting of you and welcoming and inclusive, and that's really for me why no and low exists.” “I stand by my medium fish because the pond also contains Diageo and Pernod and Campari and many other companies that are way, way bigger.” “It's not for people that don't drink, it's for people that don't want to drink that round.”======================================================== NOTES FROM THE SHOWHow do you go from conservational biology to alcohol-free mixology? I had no idea, so I asked the man who did it with style: Paul Mathew, the founder of Everleaf Non-Alcoholic Aperitifs. Not only has this range changed my appreciation for the aperitif category, but speaking to Paul opened up a world of botanical awareness that makes you want to dive right in with him. In this episode, Paul Mathew’s humble approach to the great things he’s achieved with the brand is matched by his passion for an on-trade industry that saw him go from university student to world traveller. And it’s an industry which he is excited and motivated to support as the nation considers it’s drinking habits both in the home and in our bars.  In our chat, we cover everything from non-alcoholic cocktail competitions to the international low/no-drinking movement. We consider whether bar menus should add ABVs or units to their drinks lists, and Paul shares a fond appreciation for the amazing team around him. I ask Paul, “What’s next for Everleaf?” and, of course, our now infamous BBQ-Q (and you won’t be surprised to know that Paul’s list is a long one!) As one of the leading brands in the low/no-&-light drinks industry, it was an honour to interview a founder who is still so firmly rooted in what he believes in, never straying from his love of all things nature and his goals to build a sustainable brand that gives back to the forests, marines and mountains that make Everleaf possible. Grab a glass, pour yourself your favourite Everleaf Spritz and settle in for a great chat. ==============================================Try Everleaf* ============================================== Paul also talks about: Feragaia*Botivo*Lucky Saint*Crossip*Bax Botanics*REAL*All the BitterSeasn Bitters*Wild EveGuinness 0.0*============================================== ============================================== About Low No Drinker==============================================Best episodes to check out next - #30 REALRemember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?==============================================Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz==============================================Alcohol-free drinks still get a bad rap.Whether from those who’ve tried one and written off the whole category or from recovery personas rejecting the premise of alcohol alternatives.But as with all things in life, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to whether alcohol-free drinks are triggers or lifesavers.In this episode, I share some of my findings from research into the question as well as the experience of a recovery coach with lived experience.Inspired by an Instagram post proclaiming that NA beers are akin to “using behaviour”, I share the power and the challenge of appreciating alcohol-adjacent drinks from those in recovery to general consumption.Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?==============================================Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz ============================================== What inspired a successful serial entrepreneur to transition into the world of non-alcoholic beverages?  David Begg is the founder and driving force behind REAL Drinks Co, the naturally fermented sparkling tea brand. Inspired by his passion for homegrown food and fermentation, David turned his hobby from a garage corner operation (with his wife’s permission, of course) to, several years later, opening the first non-alcoholic fermentery based in Buckinghamshire, south-east England. REAL is the sparkling tea brand revolutionising the low/no industry by helping everyone “celebrate life unconstrained”.  David takes us through each of his teas and the meticulous process that goes into creating them, from personally travelling the world to assess the finest quality leaves to the DNA testing to understand exactly how they deliver flavour and drive complexity.  We look at the unique intersection of winemaking and tea fermentation that Real Drinks Co. has mastered, sidestepping the traditional challenges of dealcoholising wines and beers.   Learn all about REAL’s three distinct and luxurious beverages, Peony Blush, Royal Flush, and Dry Dragon, as David takes us through each liquid's flavour profile with a sneak insight into the production process.  Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, this episode promises to enlighten and excite your palate with the art of non-alcoholic fermentations. ==============================================Try REAL* ============================================== We also talked about: Lucky Saint*Crossip*Big Drop*Botivo*==============================================  ============================================== About Low No Drinker==============================================Best episodes to check out next - #14 Unfiltered Journeys in Fermentation with Ama Brewery#19 You don't have to be an alcoholic to want to rethink your drinking The Low No Drinker Podcast is hosted by Denise Hamilton-Mace, the founder and editor of Low No Drinker Magazine.Every week you can join me as I talk to low/no-&-light brand founders and industry experts about the people, places and brands leading the low-&-no-alcohol revolution!==============================================Subscribe to Low No Drinker Magazine online or in print (delivered worldwide!)==============================================Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Pooja Sharma-Jones is the dynamic Chief Marketing Officer for Mocktails, the leading RTD alcohol-free cocktail company in both the UK & the US. In this conversation, she takes us through her own incredible journey working for some of the most dynamic and influential F&B companies in the UK and how that path led to her embarking on an industry that she admits, at first, she wasn’t very sure of. From working with the innovative Luke Boase in the early days of Lucky Saint to stepping into a role at Mocktails tailor-made for her unique set of skills. We learn the love story behind the inception of Mocktails and how it went from a US cocktail-shaker-style drink, to bottles, to the nitro-charged cans we know and love today. Pooja shares some of the challenges of making it into grocery megastore Sainsburys, the Metropolitan pub chain and trying to stay top-of-mind in the low/no event space. And, of course, I get her BBQ drink recommendations before we finish up with a look at Pooja’s predictions for the future of low-and-no.Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Meet Martin Dixon, our resident beer reviewer at Low No Drinker Magazine, who has meticulously tasted and reviewed over 1,500 alcohol-free beers and ciders on his Instagram page!  His expertise has not only fuelled the magazine's success but also mirrors that of the burgeoning alcohol-free beer market. Join us as Martin shares his journey through alcohol-free beer from the UK to Germany, France and Sweden, with a little stopover in the US for good measure. That’s right, when Martin says Alcohol-Free World, he really means it!  It started with the last Dry January that Martin participated in and we start the discussion there with an earnest look at how we don’t need to have a sad story to want to reduce the amount of alcohol in our lives. We touch on a lot of topics in this hour-long conversation, including, of course, ‘big alcohol’s’ grip on the low/no market and how some AF brands can and must do better! And, of course, I can’t let Martin go without finding out his own BBQ-Q favourites. It was an honour to have Martin on the show. His beer reviews inside each and every issue of Low No Drinker are as quintessential a part of the magazine as beer at a BBQ. Settle in and get ready to learn a whole lot more about the world of AF beer.Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz ====================================== What happens when an IT specialist and a nurse join forces to start making beer?  Meet Kristian Harris and Amie Caldwell, the delightful duo behind The Gentleman Brewing Company. In this episode of the Low No Drinker Podcast, Kristian recounts his surprising pivot from IT to brewing, inspired by a transformative microbrewery course. Meanwhile, Amie reveals how her nursing background and creative vision perfectly complement Kristian's logistical expertise, culminating in six uniquely character-driven beers, each one a homage to classic and modern British personas.   We spend most of our time, however, with The Botanist, Kristian & Amie’s 0.5% ‘Function-ale’, and discover the demanding double fermentation process that has to take place to allow this non-alcohol, tea-infused, health-promoting beer to come to fruition. The Botanist is infused with vitamins and hydrolysed collagen and is designed for those who seek flavour without the high alcohol content.  Kristian and Amie also discuss the challenges and triumphs of expanding their low- and no-alcohol beer selection and share their strategic plans to introduce more innovative brews in the not-too-distant future…   ============================== Try The Botanist* ============================== They also recommend: Impossibrew*Days*Three Spirit*  ============================== About Low No Drinker ==============================Best episodes to check out next - #24 Going international with Big Drop Brewing co-founder Rob Fink#19 You don't have to be an alcoholic to want to rethink your drinking The Low No Drinker Podcast is hosted by Denise Hamilton-Mace, the founder and editor of Low No Drinker Magazine.Every week you can join me as I talk to low/np-&-light brand founders and industry experts about the people, places and brands leading the low-&-no-alcohol revolution!Subscribe to Low No Drinker Magazine online or in print (delivered worldwide!)  Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?What's your low/no -&-light drinking personality type? Take the quiz today and find out! ==============================Welcome to the latest episode of the Low No Drinker Podcast! Today, we're diving into a topic that baffles many: why do alcohol-free and low/no-&-light drinks cost as much as their boozy counterparts? You might be surprised to learn that there are several compelling reasons behind these high prices.In this episode, I uncover the five biggest factors that drive up the cost of your favourite alcohol-free beverages. From the surprising role of alcohol as a natural preservative to the complex processes required to maintain flavour without it, there’s a lot more to these drinks than meets the eye. We’ll also explore the challenges small producers face in a market dominated by big brands with deep pockets.I’ll be sharing insights from industry leaders like David Hodgson (Zeno Wines) & Roger Warner (Only with Love Brewery), who shed light on the technical hurdles and financial realities of producing top-notch non-alcoholic drinks. Plus, I’ll reveal the one fact about alcohol production that shocks most people.If you’ve ever wondered why you’re paying a premium for alcohol-free drinks, this episode is for you. Download now to get the full story and understand the true cost behind your favourite low/no-&-light beverages. Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz==============================What if you could transform your social life and well-being without a drop of alcohol?  In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Steph Elswood, the founder of Carouse, a cutting-edge non-alcoholic spirit brand.  Steph takes us through her journey from the vibrant world of musical theatre to becoming a wellness influencer and entrepreneur. She opens up about her recovery from an eating disorder to the incredible benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle that led to the inception of Carouse's adaptogen- and nootropic-enhanced spirits.  Steph shares her personal evolution as she recounts the pivotal moments that shaped her sobriety journey, from a transformative holiday in 2019 to overcoming the societal stigma of declaring herself a non-drinker. Finding new motivations and a profound sense of well-being, learn how Steph turned her life around by embracing sobriety and how that led to the birth of Carouse: A lockdown-inspired functional spirit designed to accompany you whatever your mood. Drift & Uplift are unique liquids that come with a unique backstory of trials and tribulations on their way to market. Hear how thousands of pounds and countless tears were spent in creating this drink (and my own honest review as to which is my favourite) and what disasters along the way nearly derailed it all! But Steph is not just an alcohol-free brand founder. Among many other things, she is also the co-founder of Dry Disco, where, along with Sober Girl Society’s Millie Gooch, she hosts a spectacular sober clubbing event in London’s iconic Ministry of Sound. This convo is jam-packed with sober-curious goodness! ==============================Try Carouse*==============================Steph's YouTube channelMillie GoochSober Girl Society Handbook*Nozeco*Trip*Kylie Alcohol-Free*Dry DiscoRemember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz==============================Ever wondered how a high school band rivalry could lead to a thriving alcohol-free beer empire? No, neither had I but in this episode, I chat with Rob Fink, the CEO and drum-playing co-founder of Big Drop Brewing about how a boyhood friendship (and too long hair) led to the birth of one of the most awarded AF Beer brands in the world.. Rob shares his unique journey from life as a 90s teen musician to the ever-sexy world of insurance law to spearheading the craft alcohol-free beer movement.  We talk about everything from the expectations of quality service down your local boozer to the choices confronting brands like Big Drop when it comes to global expansion. Watch on as I blatantly disregard Rob’s great work by carelessly discarding his beers about my floor and join us as we discuss his own favourite tipples in the omnipresent BBQ question. This convo is full of laughs, but we do touch on the serious business of how Big Drop, once partners to Alcohol Change UK, won a legal challenge against the alcohol charity and why Rob felt it was time for him to speak up. From advocacy to collaborations to 40% beers – in this conversation, we cover it all.==============================Big Drop==============================Big Drop Brewing CoTry Big Drop*==============================We also talk about==============================Adnams, Ghost Ship*Erdinger, Alkoholfrei*Brewdog, Nanny State*Maison Sassy*Botivo*Drydrinker*WisebartenderBig Drop v Alcohol Change UKSpecial thanks to our sponsor: We Recover Loudly *Some links are affiliate links, and if you click through and make a purchase, Low No Drinker may earn a commission. Thank you.Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz==============================It's one thing to launch an alcohol-free brand with no experience of the market or processes involved. It’s quite another to launch two brands at the same time. Yet that is exactly what Myth & Goat founder Colette Safhill did two years ago, and it’s been a wild ride ever since. Colette’s multi-award-winning drinks are now synonymous with low/no drinking, and you can find Myth popping up on almost every list of ‘my favourite alcohol-free drinks are…’Goat is an energy drink with a difference. Made with natural ingredients and a drive to serve the everyday person who just needs a bit of help to get through the day. But it has not been easy. In this very frank conversation, Colette explains how she has put everything on the line, from her health to her home, to make these brands a success and is challenged at every step by the monopolies of big alcohol, red tape, and ‘old boys club’ guards at the door to retail and distribution chains. If you want to know what it’s really like bringing a brand to market then this is the episode for you. But don’t let those challenges fool you. Colette still has plans, big plans for both brands; listen in to find out what’s coming next for this international alcohol-free beverage powerhouse! Colette shares her story, including the loss of her mother to alcohol at a young age and finding the love of her life and why she said ‘no’ when he proposed. There’s a lot to cover in the conversation. Enjoy!==============================Myth & Goat==============================Try Myth Coconut*Try Myth Dark*Try Goat*==============================We also talk about==============================French BloomTeetotaler WinesCarl Jung*Unltd.*Mash Gang*Heineken 0.0*Guinness 0.0*Special thanks to Shell at We Recover Loudly *Some links are affiliate links, and if you click through and make a purchase, Low No Drinker may earn a commission. Thank you.Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz==============================The 'moderating middle' is the mass middle ground in which 75% of the UK population is currently living, and yet they have the quietest voice. Why?In this solo episode, Denise takes us through the reasons why we don't hear from those who are regularly sampling low/no-&-light drinks alongside full-strength liquids.Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz==============================Join me this week as I sit down to talk with ex-MasterChef finalist turned mid-range alcohol gin distiller Billy Wright – the founder of DECEM 10% GinIn this open and honest conversation, Billy shares his incredible journey from creating a range of three 10% liquids to making the difficult decision to pivot his entire business plan and start again with just one drink.Launching a new product in a competitive market is no small feat, and Billy opens up about the trials and triumphs of bringing Decem to life. From crafting a unique flavour profile that stands out to the strategic rebranding supported by investors, Billy's story is a masterclass in adaptability and resilience. We delve into the importance of understanding consumer preferences and the critical decisions that helped Decem capture the hearts of gin enthusiasts.  But the journey doesn't stop there. Billy takes us behind the scenes of Decem's refreshed bottle design, revealing the collaborative process with a New York-based artist to create a label that resonates with a predominantly female audience.  Tune in to hear about the botanical ingredients, customer feedback, and what the future holds for Decem Gin and how you can join Billy’s quest to create ‘The Guild…’==============================Try DECEM 10% G1N*============================================================We also talk about==============================Kore Drinks - https://www.koredrinks.comBottle artist, Meredith Schomburg - https://meredithschom.com/ REAL Sparkling Teas*Shandy Shack**Some links are affiliate links, and if you click through and make a purchase, Low No Drinker may earn a commission. Thank you.Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz==============================This episode features Kirsty Mulcahy, the founder and director of Sober Buzz Scotland, who takes us through her personal journey of maintaining six years of sobriety with flexible and judgment-free journaling techniques. Whether you're gearing up for Dry January, Sober October or simply seeking a break from booze, Kirsty’s insights will provide you with practical tools to explore and improve your relationship with alcohol and yourself.Kirsty has been through her own journey and used journalling as a tool to help her maintain the lifestyle she knew she deserved, from training as a transformational coach to launching her CIC and taking Scotland by the hand.Hear firsthand about the therapeutic benefits of journaling as both a creative outlet and a form of self-therapy. Drawing from her own experiences, Kirsty shares how journaling has evolved from initial apprehensions to a daily practice that brings clarity and joy. Kirsty also highlights the importance of a supportive community like Sober Buzz Scotland and offers useful journaling prompts to guide your reflections. Whether you're using a traditional notebook or a digital platform, this conversation will inspire you to capture both the highs and lows of your journey, ensuring a well-rounded reflection of your experiences and the support you need to keep going.==============================soberbuzzscotland.com==============================Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz==============================It’s time to stop beating around the bush and get real with yourself. Giving yourself time to assess your relationship with alcohol is not just the purview of the disordered drinker.  You don’t have to wait until you’re in a ‘troubled’ relationship with grog; in fact, you don’t even need to wait for a hangover; all you need is to really assess what alcohol is bringing to your life vs what it’s taking away. Once you’ve done your own personal accounting, you’ll be ready to start thinking about what you can do to make your relationship with alcohol, and, therefore, your life, better on your own terms. In this solo episode, you get to hear some of my own story, what motivated me to make a change and some of the thought processes that help us act in our own best interests when it comes to booze. No judgment, no rules, no expectations – let’s just have a chat.Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz==============================Ever wondered what people actually mean when they say they’re ‘sober curious’?Not sure what’s involved in being a ‘mindful drinker’Wondering which lifestyle choice would suit you best? In this short episode Denise unpacks both terms and helps you get to understand the difference between them both. Still not sure which is right for you? Take the 1st and only low/no drinking personality type quiz at https://www.lownodrinkermagazine.com/quiz to find out where you are on your journey and what to do next?Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz==============================Arron Smallman is the founder of Let’s Push Things Forward,  a Hospitality Specialist Peer-Based Recovery Coach and a World Record Holder!  He is a self-proclaimed low and no alcohol crusader and mental health first aider who recently shared some of his insight with Low No Drinker Magazine readers in the debate on mid-range spirits and their place in a moderation lifestyle. In this episode Arron and I get into the nitty-gritty of low/no beverages and their place in the UK hospitality experience.   We talk about our combined four decades of experience in bars and the service industry and the good and the bad sides of all we’ve seen.   Arron shares his personal philosophies on life, work and recovery, and honestly, this is like no chat we’ve had on the show before. Raw, honest and with a unique approach, Arron is the living embodiment of the phrase ‘more than one way to skin a cat’. Aaron's candid revelations about undiagnosed autism and the stigma of sobriety peel back the curtain on an industry often synonymous with excess. Our discussion spins through the intricacies of mindful drinking, the strategic nuances of integrating alcohol-free options into business models, and the art and science of menu psychology. Aaron's insights are a beacon for those in the industry poised to reshape their offerings in tune with changing tides. I can’t wait for you to hear this one...==============================Find Arron on LinkedIn============================================================We also talk about==============================Lyre's Agave - https://amzn.to/4auUjS9* Wednesday's Domaine - https://amzn.to/4dzpEWb*Clean Break - https://cleanbreakbrewing.com/Guinness 00 - https://amzn.to/3JVkyGj*Big Drop Stout - https://amzn.to/44S1VwR*Schöfferfofer Prickly Pear (2.5%) - https://www.jamesclay.co.uk/news/sch%C3%B6fferhofer-prickly-pear-cactus-releasePaulaner Radler (2.5%) - https://amzn.to/3wkqMwp*Leffe 00 - https://amzn.to/4bwbDa3**Some links are affiliate links. As a partner, Low No Drinker may earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you.Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker

Talk to me Goose! Tell me what you think of the show?Take the Low No Drinker Personality Type Quiz==============================First, there was low and no – now there’s light! As industry leaders in this newer mid-range space, Quarter co-founder Rohan Radhakrishnan is primed to welcome us into his world in this eye-opening delve into the 12% spirit brand.Co-founded three years ago by childhood best friends Fabian Clark & Rohan Radhakrishnan, the Quarter range includes a 12% Gin & a 12%Tequila – just a quarter of the standard ABV for full-strength spirits.In our conversation, Rohan shares the origin of Quarter and his own on-and-off love affair with booze, as well as the inspiration that led this dynamic duo to bring the brand to market.We discuss product placement, public perception and the desperate need for more education all round for the industry to not only grow but to thrive.As the mid-week drinkers become more discerning about what goes into their glass, Rohan & Fabian become equally discerning about what goes into their drinks; authentic ingredients, expert guidance and masses of trial and error later and this is still only the beginning for Quarter and the light-alcohol market.==============================Try Quarter============================================================We also talk about==============================Everleaf - https://amzn.to/4dmMAIi*Small Beer - https://amzn.to/4a3nsUe*Days - https://amzn.to/4a32VPt*Wednesday's Domaine - https://amzn.to/4bn2Vuy*Pentire - https://amzn.to/3WlfVgd**Some links are affiliate links. As a partner, Low No Drinker may earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you.Remember to rate & review the podcast inside your favourite app to help more people enjoy a life less intoxicated with no judgement and no expectations.Low No Drinker Magazine: for the mindful & sober curious drinker