I do not do new year resolutions, but I do a yearly plan, and stick with it. Works much better.
The trick with sugar is to used better quality stuff, that is expensive and natural, and then you have less in the house. I only have honey and maple syrup, and I use them sparingly. Better for health also.
Danube?
I sometimes replace it with honey as well but in the end honey becomes a sort of addiction as well.
Half a spoon max per cup.