19 Mar 2019 --- Binge drinking is out and mindful drinking is in vogue. Alcohol reduction has become a key platform in the “balancing act” trend that the food and beverage industry has been addressing for several years. Lightness in alcohol content, sweetness, flavor and texture, as well as portion size, is gaining momentum in alcohol-based beverages, as consumers continue to look for ways to eat and drink more healthily and “light,” yet still enjoy what they love.