It’s normal to feel unsure about whether you need support. If your current drinking habits have been on your mind, our Drinking Check is a good starting point to get a clearer picture of how alcohol might be affecting you.
Do I need to go to a service?
What happens when you contact an alcohol support service?
Reaching out for the first time can feel daunting, but alcohol support services are there to welcome you and listen. Teams are friendly, understanding, and trained to help you make sense of what you’re feeling. You don’t need to have everything worked out before you reach out. Many people say they feel a sense of relief simply by talking to someone who cares.
What other support can I reach out to?
If you’re not ready to contact your local alcohol support service, there are other ways to get help and find space to reflect on your drinking.
Our easy-to-understand guide on alcohol units and measures.
What is an alcohol unit?What's in your drink?
Use our simple guides to find out how many units or calories are in your favourite alcoholic drinks and tips on how to cut down.
Spirits
Wines
Lager and others
Other drinks
Spirits
Spirits
Want to know how many units and calories are in spirits? Get all the facts and how to cut down on spirits.
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Vodka
Find out how many calories and units are in vodka, and how that relates to the low risk drinking guidelines.
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Gin
Find out how many units and calories are in gin and how to reduce the amount of gin you're drinking.
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Rum
How many units and calories are in a glass of rum? Use our simple guide to find out and how to reduce your drinking.
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Whisky
Get the facts on the unit and calorie content of whisky and how to reduce your drinking.
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Irish cream liqueur
Get the facts on the unit and calorie content of Irish Cream Liqueur.
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Alcopops
Get the facts on the unit and calorie content of a bottle of alcopop.
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Wines
Wine
Want to know how many units and calories are in wine? Get all the facts and how to cut down on wine.
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Red wine
Find out the calories and units in a glass of red wine and how to enjoy it safely.
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White wine
Get the facts on the unit and calorie content of white wine and how to reduce how much white wine you drink.
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Rose wine
Find out the calories and units in a glass of rosé wine and how to enjoy it safely.
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Prosecco
Find out the calories and units in a glass of prosecco wine and how to enjoy it safely.
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Champagne
Get the facts on the unit and calorie content of champagne and how to drink it safely.
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Lager and others
Lager
Want to know how many units and calories are in lager? Get all the facts and how to cut down on lager.
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Cider
How many units and calories are there in cider? Use our simple guide to find out how many units or calories your favourite cider contains.
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Ale and stout
How many units and calories are in your pint of ale or stout? Use our quick guide to find out.
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Other drinks
Gluten free alcohol
Not all alcohol is gluten free. Read our guide for straight-forward information about where you can find gluten-free alcohol, and how you can enjoy it safely.
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Vegan alcohol
Not all alcohol is vegan. Read our guide for straight-forward information about where you can find vegan alcohol, and how you can enjoy it safely.
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Hard seltzer
Get the facts on the alcohol and calorie content of hard seltzer
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Alcohol and energy drinks
Find out more information about the impact of combining energy drinks and alcohol.
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Low alcohol drinks
Did you know a swap to low alcohol can be a great way to reduce your drinking? Understand your options.
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Alcohol-free drinks
Swapping a standard strength beer, wine, or spirit for alcohol-free can help you cut your drinking and improve your health. With so many varieties, it’s never been easier.
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