Gen Z is drinking way less than generations before, but are there downsides to their disinterest in going out? “Alcohol consumption with Generation Z is trending downwards,” a report from The Independent stated, adding that one third of UK Gen Zers don’t drink at all, while 45% of UK Gen Z members over 21 have never even drunk alcohol. So, why are young people turning away from alcoholic beverages and nights out at bars and clubs? For starters, money.The Independent reported that an average night out in the UK costs 70-100 pounds. For comparison, that same night out in 2003 cost 20-30 pounds. Another component are the health risks, Read more