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Americans have very specific preferences with their beverages.

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Some people have to drink five cups of coffee a day, while others will only sip on tea.

Some people avoid bottled water at all costs, while others crave the convenience.

Find out what drinks everyone stocks in their fridge and those that most of us pass on.

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Here are the 12 most popular beverages in Americaranked from least to most consumed.

Spirits

Consumption share: 1%

There’s no denying that we’re in unique times.

After the coronavirus hit and bars and restaurants had to close, liquor sales soared.

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With the growing trend of at-home cocktails, you may see liquor move up on this list very soon.

Companies have gotten rich off adding these micronutrients to water in the name of improving your health.

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