Is Drinking Still A Thing?!?

Happy Sunday, babes!

Lately, I’ve been seeing everywhere that Gen Z is drinking way less than us millennials… and honestly, it got me thinking. Maybe they’re onto something? I’ve been taking a closer look at my own habits—and what balance actually looks like when you still love a good cocktail (or three).

Below, I’m breaking down what I discovered about myself, how I’m finding that sweet spot, and my go-to booze-free sips that still bring the vibe.

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Cheers to Mocktails & Mindful Moments

Gal Off Duty Tips & Swaps

Here are a few of my favorite ways to keep the ritual, without the hangover:

Elevate the glass, not the drink.

Mocktails that actually taste good.

I love using a splash of Seedlip, Kin Euphorics, or a good ginger soda with fresh citrus. Add mint or cucumber and it feels like a spa day in a glass.

Hydrate before and after.

Always one glass of water per drink — non-negotiable. I also swear by electrolyte packets before bed if I’ve had wine.

Supplements that help your body recover.

Magnesium and milk thistle help support the liver.

🕯️ Romanticize the moment.

Light a candle, play your favorite playlist, and make your drink — whether it has alcohol or not — feel like a treat. It’s the ritual that matters, not what’s in the glass.

Question for you:

Are you drinking less these days too? Or just being more mindful about when and how? 🍸

Cheers & maybe one martini, Frances @GalOffDuty