A record-low number of Americans say they drink, according to Gallup polling.
Fifty-four percent of adults said they consume alcohol, the lowest share since Gallup started asking the question in 1939, and those who do partake report drinking.
Young adults ages 18-34 are the least likely to drink, but fewer middle-age and older adults have reported drinking alcohol in recent years.
Since 2023, there has been a sharp drop in drinking among Republicans, 46% of whom now say they consume alcohol; 61% of Democrats say they drink, the same as in 2024.
The findings coincide with a growing body of research that shows alcohol is bad for your health, no matter the quantity.
Americans’ favorite libation, by an eight-point margin: beer.
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