Was the Covid era peak alcohol?

[NerdyBrooke]

In Canada, almost none of my friends in my age group really drink anymore... Weed is cheap and legal.  Why would spend all that money going to the bar with friends, spend a goddamn fortune, and feel like crap the next day? I can take 5$ worth of edibles and feel great all night with no ill feelings the next day... it's not really a tough decision to make.

Both the wife and I haven't had a drink probably since Summer '22 now, just no need for it.

[LennG]

In Canada, almost none of my friends in my age group really drink anymore... Weed is cheap and legal.  Why would spend all that money going to the bar with friends, spend a goddamn fortune, and feel like crap the next day? I can take 5$ worth of edibles and feel great all night with no ill feelings the next day... it's not really a tough decision to make.

Both the wife and I haven't had a drink probably since Summer '22 now, just no need for it.

 You bet. That was the point being made in the OP. Alcohol consumption seems to be down, especially post Covid. But as has also been said, depends on where you are.

[TDToomer]

In Canada, almost none of my friends in my age group really drink anymore... Weed is cheap and legal.  Why would spend all that money going to the bar with friends, spend a goddamn fortune, and feel like crap the next day? I can take 5$ worth of edibles and feel great all night with no ill feelings the next day... it's not really a tough decision to make.

Both the wife and I haven't had a drink probably since Summer '22 now, just no need for it.

Does everyone in Canada who drink just do it to get trashed? Are they not able to just social drink with a beer or glass or wine and call it a night? It is possible to enjoy alcohol without feeling ill the next day. Edibles may be fun but how do you pair it with your seafood or pasta dish like a glass? Wine goes with your meal while weed just makes you want to snack late at night. And unlike alcohol there is no taking an edible and not getting a buzz which I don't want when I am in a situation where I have to drive.