Millennials Might Have Saved Up to $900 by Quitting Alcohol for Dry January — Here’s the Math

Millennials Might Have Saved Up to $900 by Quitting Alcohol for Dry January — Here’s the Math©Shutterstock.comCommitment to Our Readers GOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. How Much You Could Save During Dry JanuaryBecause alcohol costs and the amount people drink varies widely, it’s hard to pinpoint exact savings during Dry January. “The average American who drinks alcohol consumes about four to six drinks per week,” said Shawn Baker, CEO of Freeman Recovery Center. If you skipped them, you’d save about $26 off your grocery bill in January. If you drink wine in restaurants, you could easily spend between $480 and $900 per month.