How to Succeed This Sober October

Stoptober or Sober October 2025: Taking a Month Off Alcohol with Monty Booch

October has become the month of fresh starts. For some, it’s Stoptober; for others, it’s Sober October. Whichever name you use, the idea is the same: a chance to take a break from old habits, reset your body, and see how good life can feel without alcohol. While Stoptober originally launched as a campaign to help people quit smoking, many people now use it as a moment to step back from drinking, and that’s where we at Monty Booch like to raise a glass (of kombucha, of course).

Why Give Up Alcohol for a Month?

A month without alcohol can feel like hitting the refresh button. Within just a few days, your sleep often improves. By week two, you might notice brighter mornings, steadier moods, and more energy to get through the day. As the weeks go on, skin looks clearer, workouts feel easier, and the bank balance benefits too.

Most importantly, Sober October and Stoptober give you the space to notice your habits. That nightly glass of wine, the weekend pints with friends, the automatic “cheers” at the end of a long day, pausing these routines shows you what you truly enjoy, and what you’re ready to change.

Making the Most of It

Of course, the challenge isn’t just about giving something up, it’s about discovering what you gain instead. Social occasions can still feel celebratory with a drink in hand, which is why having a good alternative is key. Kombucha is naturally bubbly, complex in flavour, and feels like a treat without the downsides of alcohol. It’s not about missing out, but about swapping in something that actually makes you feel better the next morning.

It also helps to reframe October as a chance to try new things. Explore a new hobby, get outdoors more, or simply enjoy the extra clarity you’ll find in your evenings. Many people finish the month not only healthier but also more mindful of how alcohol fits into their lives.

Stoptober, Sober October… What Next?

By the end of 31 days, the question often isn’t “can I do this?” but “how do I keep some of this going?” Some people choose to stay alcohol-free for longer; others reintroduce drinking but in a lighter, more conscious way. What matters is that you’ve proven to yourself you can break the habit and enjoy life without alcohol at the centre of every social moment.

At Monty Booch, we believe October is the perfect time to discover better rituals, the kind that lift you up, rather than slow you down. Whether you call it Sober October or Stoptober, we’ll be here with a fridge full of fizz to make the journey a little more joyful.