“Very informative for showing alternatives to alcohol. I have friends already who have switched to nonalcoholic beer. Definitely recommend!”
Timothy Spillane
Temperates
The New Culture of Drinking Less
A modern, honest, zero-judgment exploration of why alcohol became the default—and what opens up when you start choosing with intention, without labels, pressure, or all-or-nothing rules.
156 pages · Enchantra Publishing · ISBN 979-8995975786
Included with Kindle Unlimited.
Praise for Temperates
From early readers working at the intersection of culture, wellness, and modern drinking.
Choosing not to drink no longer needs an explanation.
"Temperates brings a thoughtful, modern voice to the conversation around drinking, one that prioritizes intention, inclusion, and personal choice over rules or labels."
— Ted Fleming, Founder of Partake Brewing
"Through a blend of personal narrative and social commentary, Tara Oporto's Temperates offers a clear and resonant message: The drinking occasion doesn't belong to the alcohol industry anymore. We're in a new frontier of conscious socializing now."
— Laura Silverman, Founder of Zero Proof Nation
"Temperates meets people exactly where they are and gives them something rare in conversations about drinking: clarity, choice, and trust in their own instincts. Tara Oporto offers a thoughtful, compassionate approach that empowers readers to decide what's right for them, without judgment or rules."
— Wesley Davis, CEO & Co-founder, Society De La Rassi
"For those of us who have already given up alcohol, Tara Oporto’s Temperates: The New Culture of Drinking Less is a stark reminder of what it’s like to untangle yourself from alcohol’s tight weave in the fabric of everyday life. For those considering a change in their relationship with alcohol, Temperates reveals how years of industry marketing have created false narratives and cultural expectations that are surprisingly hard to break free from—until you see them for what they are. It’s a book that opens your eyes to the daily challenges we face around alcohol and how a new era of nonalcoholic beverages is helping to pave the way toward a healthier lifestyle."
— Myles Faulkner, Founder, The Modern Substitute Newsletter
What readers are saying
“What I appreciated most about Temperates is that it goes well beyond simply explaining the health benefits of drinking less. There’s plenty of great information in this book on that topic, but the part that really resonated with me was the psychological journey, understanding why we drink, the role alcohol plays in our routines and social lives, and what happens mentally when you make the decision to significantly cut back.
I’ve substantially reduced my own alcohol intake, and this book helped me better understand what I was experiencing along the way. It doesn’t preach or suggest that everyone needs to stop drinking entirely. Instead, it offers a thoughtful and realistic perspective on changing your relationship with alcohol and making more intentional choices.
For me, drinking less has had benefits that go well beyond physical health. I feel better, sleep better, think more clearly, and genuinely enjoy not having alcohol occupy the place in my life that it once did. This book helped put words and context around that experience.
Whether you’re thinking about cutting back, already doing it, or simply curious about the growing movement toward drinking less, this is an insightful and very relatable read. Highly recommended.”
Amazon Customer
Verified purchase on Amazon · September 29, 2026
“Very interesting book. Makes a lot of sense for so many people. Highly recommend!”
Jann P.
Verified purchase on Amazon
“As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist, I want to be fully present and give 100% of myself to my clients. In a culture where drinking is so common and often expected, choosing differently can be difficult. Temperates helped me reflect on those pressures with greater clarity and compassion. I feel healthier, more focused, and better able to show up for both my clients drinking at a minimum. Tara Oporto offers a thoughtful, judgment-free perspective that makes drinking less feel empowering rather than restrictive. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in living with greater intention.”
Shari LaRosa
Goodreads · August 26, 2026
“I found the book interesting because it's not for people who want to stop drinking completely, but for people who want to make a choice about drinking and look at the reasons behind why they drink. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in wellness, the growing movement toward drinking less without necessarily giving up alcohol altogether.”
Emely Meszaros
Verified purchase on Amazon · September 23, 2026
“Very informative for showing alternatives to alcohol. I have friends already who have switched to nonalcoholic beer. Definitely recommend!”
Timothy Spillane
Amazon
$12.99 on Amazon
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