The Rise of “Coasting” and Lower-ABV Choices

The Rise of “Coasting” and Lower-ABV Choices

One of the most interesting shifts we’re seeing is around alcohol consumption:   A growing number of consumers are choosing to moderate, not eliminate, their alcohol intake – a trend described as “coasting”.    Coasting refers to choosing drinks with half,...
UK Consumers Are Still Eating Out – Even as Pressures Persist

UK Consumers Are Still Eating Out – Even as Pressures Persist

At TWC Group, our role has always been to cut through noise and get to what really matters for wholesalers and their customers. So on 12th January 2026, we went back to the fundamentals, speaking to UK consumers directly to understand how they plan to eat, drink and...