ARE you saying cheers to the end of Dry January today?
Around three million of us stayed sober last month — improving our health and saving an average of £67 by not buying booze.
But if you are about to hit the bottle again now it is February, you can still save when having your favourite tipple.
Here’s how. . . .
- Keep it simple. The more ingredients your drink has, the pricier it tends to be. Swap complicated cocktails for one or two-ingredient drinks to cut costs.
- Choose house wine or beer. Bars and restaurants choose decent brews for their in-house offerings so you get quality at a reasonable price.
- Ditch the shots. They may be fun but it is incredibly expensive for a single mouthful — and bad for your health. Instead, buy a bottle of wine or pitcher of beer to share.
- Sip slowly and drink water in between. It is better for your body and your wallet.
- Pay with cash and take out a set amount of money so you can track your spend. Once the cash is gone, go home.
- Take turns to be the designated driver on nights out. You will save money on taxis and can stick to cheaper soft drinks.
- Look for deals. Most bars and restaurants offer happy hours or voucher codes giving up to 50 per cent off.
