Flavor and Wellness

Alcohol

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A group of friends happily pregaming with cocktails at home before a night out, highlighting the trend of saving money on expensive venue drinks.
Drinks

Americans are pregaming at home to save money on drinks

At Madison Square Garden, a single cocktail can set patrons back at least $25, a price point that pushes nearly a third of Americans to pre-drink at home before heading out for social engagements.

Daniel Moretti·April 24, 2026
Young adults enjoying colorful, high-alcohol RTD drinks at a party, oblivious to the significant potency and potential risks.
Drinks

High-alcohol RTDs pose risks for Gen Z, experts warn

Most BuzzBallz drinks contain 15% alcohol-by-volume (ABV) in 200-milliliter containers, a concentration experts warn is easily underestimated.

Daniel Moretti·April 23, 2026
A restaurant menu displaying estimated calorie ranges for alcoholic beverages, with patrons making informed choices.
Drinks

FDA Rules Let Restaurants Estimate Alcohol Calories on Menus

Restaurants can now estimate calorie ranges for wine, beer, and spirits on menus, a seemingly health-conscious move poised to surprisingly boost check averages.

Daniel Moretti·April 19, 2026