Lee Davy
Lee Davy
Swapping Booze for Tea – Gen Z’s New Rebellion
Swapping Booze for Tea – Gen Z’s New Rebellion
Swapping Booze for Tea – Gen Z’s New Rebellion
Friday 18th April 2025
Discover why Gen Z is choosing tea over alcohol for genuine connection and joy in this episode of the 1000 Days Sober Podcast.
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Episode Overview
- Gen Z is increasingly choosing tea over alcohol for socialising.
- Presence and genuine connection don't require alcohol.
- Cultural attitudes towards drinking are shifting similarly to smoking.
- Statistics show a significant number of young adults prefer tea.
- Reflecting on personal drinking habits can lead to positive change.
Connection doesn’t come from a bottle. Joy doesn’t live at the bottom of a pint glass.
Gen Z is flipping the script on social drinking, swapping booze for tea in a quiet yet powerful movement. Lee Davy, host of the 1000 Days Sober Podcast, shares his observations from a Starbucks in Bridgend, South Wales, where he witnessed a group of young women enjoying their evening with chai lattes and matchas instead of alcohol.
The episode dives into why this generation is choosing presence over poison, reflecting on how tea has become their go-to drink for connection and relaxation. Lee discusses the data backing this shift, highlighting a study showing that 42% of Gen Z prefers tea to unwind, compared to only 23% who choose alcohol. This change isn't just a trend; it's a revolution in how we view socialising and joy.
Lee brings in personal anecdotes, like his hospital visit where he saw people smoking despite their poor health, drawing parallels to how society's perception of smoking has shifted and how alcohol might follow suit. He encourages listeners to reflect on their own drinking habits and consider the benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle. With a mix of humour and heartfelt advice, Lee makes a compelling case for why you might want to join this tea-drinking revolution.
So, if you're curious about living more fully without alcohol, grab a cuppa and tune in.