Mindful Drinking & Moderation in Midlife: How to Drink Less, On Your Terms
**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 love
- You're looking for practical advice that fits your demanding life, not another wellness overhaul
- You recognise that coasting with mid-strength drinks, zebra-striping, or bookending your evening with something non-alcoholic are all valid strategies
- You 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.
Mindful Drinking & Moderation in Midlife: How to Drink Less, On Your Terms
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Welcome to the show!!
Low No Drinker is the only twice-weekly podcast helping you find, understand and enjoy the drinks that help us all live a life less intoxicated!
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You've found the Low no Drinker podcast the only twice weekly podcast helping you find, understand and enjoy the world of low, no and light alcohol drinks. I'm Denise Hamilton-Mace and I'm the founder and editor of Low no Drinker magazine, the number one UK magazine for mindful and sober, curious drinkers, and the host of all things Low no Drinker. Every week, I'll bring you two fantastic episodes where I speak to the brand founders and industry experts leading the low, no and light alcohol revolution Founders from brands like Everly, big Drop and Naughty. And industry experts sharing the knowledge on all things, including functional ingredients, as well as solo episodes just between me and you, where I tackle topics like what do I do after dry January? Just between me and you, where I tackle topics like what do I do after dry January and what does ABV mean? And what are zebra striping and bookending anyway, and do they really work?
Speaker 0:This show is for you if you're a sober, curious or mindful drinker, looking for answers to your questions without judgment, because everyone is welcome to drink at my table. Make sure you don't miss an episode by hitting subscribe or follow in, whatever app you are using to hear my table. Make sure you don't miss an episode by hitting subscribe or follow in whatever app you are using to hear my voice right now, because you can find me spreading the love to low-no nation everywhere I go. Until next time, cheers to a life less intoxicated.
