05/19/2026
Being Black in Craft Podcast NotesFeaturing Bryttany Hyde, owner of The Little Sober Bar
This week on Being Black in Craft, we sat down with the inspiring and innovative Bryttany Hyde, founder of The Little Sober Bar, to discuss the evolution of sober spaces, inclusive hospitality, and redefining social culture without alcohol.
✨ Two standout attributes about Bryttany:• Visionary community-builder creating inclusive experiences where everyone feels welcomed — sober or sober-curious.• Trailblazing entrepreneur reshaping the beverage industry through creativity, accessibility, and intentional social connection.
🥂 Industry Notes & Mocktail/N/A Statistics:• The global non-alcoholic beverage market was valued at over $1.3 trillion in 2025 and is projected to continue growing at an estimated 8% annually through 2033. (Grand View Research)• Nearly 49% of Americans planned to reduce alcohol consumption in 2025, reflecting the rapid rise of the “sober curious” movement. (Grand View Research)• Sales of non-alcoholic beer, wine, and spirits increased by approximately 26% in the U.S., surpassing $800 million in sales. (New York Post)• Gen Z continues driving the mocktail movement, with more than 60% preferring non-alcoholic beverages in social settings. (New York Post)
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