Statement on the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Washington, D.C. (Jan. 7, 2025) – A broad coalition of the nation’s agriculture, beverage and hospitality industries issued the following statement today in response to the alcohol guidance in the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans:  

“The Dietary Guidelines’ longstanding, overarching advice is that if alcohol is consumed, it should be done in moderation. These updated guidelines, underpinned by the preponderance of scientific evidence, reaffirm this important guidance.” 

These trade associations have joined more than 85 organizations who have called for Science Over Bias in the Dietary Guidelines review process with respect to alcohol.

In addition to the Science Over Bias statement, the Beer Institute added:

“The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, since 1980, have recommended that adults who choose to drink alcohol should do so in moderation.

The U.S. beer industry has championed responsible consumption for decades. We encourage adults of legal drinking age to make choices that best fit their personal circumstances, and if they choose to drink, to consume beer in moderation.”