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Raising the Bar 2026

Whitepaper | How the UK On-Trade is currently meeting the demand for alcohol-free.

About

This report, conducted by KAM in partnership with Everleaf, explores how the UK on-trade has progressed over the past 18 months, and where the next opportunities lie to deliver a more compelling, consistent and high-quality alcohol-free experience. It is based on an in-depth audit across 100 venues in London, representing 4,400 UK pubs, bars and restaurants, during February 2026.

Content includes:

  • Alcohol-free availability in venues
  • Visibility of alcohol-free options
  • How menus are impacting alcohol-free trade
  • Staff confidence serving alcohol-free
  • Where guest experience is lacking
  • Digital visibility of alcohol-free
  • The alcohol-free spirit boom
  • What’s next for alcohol free

Release date

May 2026

Format

PDF document. 12 pages