Discover non alcoholic drink alternatives that feel indulgent, social, and satisfying—perfect for celebrations without alcohol

Discover Non-Alcoholic Drink Alternatives That Feel Indulgent, Social, And Satisfying That Are Perfect For Celebrations Without Alcohol

Gone are the days of ordering a Shirley Temple during happy hour if looking for a non-alcoholic option. With many drinking less, or ditching alcohol together, there is a rise in non-alcoholic drink alternatives or mocktails and it is reshaping how we socialize, celebrate, and unwind. Outside of drink-free January, many have flirted with or at least, became interested in the idea of abstaining from liquor. And now, the Sober Curious movement has empowered the creation of sophisticated libations popping up on bar and restaurant menus sans booze. Whether you are participating in Dry January, prioritizing wellness, or simply craving a sophisticated beverage without alcohol, today’s options go far beyond basic soda or juice. From zero-proof spirits to botanical tonics and alcohol-free cocktails, non alcoholic drinks now deliver complexity, flavor, and ritual without the hangover.

Below are a few fancy non-alcoholic drink alternatives that cater to individuals who want the social experience of sipping cocktails without the excess calories, or unhealthy side effects. To help you stay booze free we have selected the best free or low spirits to enjoy beyond Dry January or Sober October. Cheers!

Best Non-Alcoholic Drink Alternatives

Matcha Fresca

by John Kloehn, lead mixologist at Grain & Cane

Ingredients:

2oz Matcha tea
2oz Fresh cucumber juice
1oz Lemon juice
1oz Simple syrup

Method:

Add ingredients to your cocktail shaker, add ice, shake, strain into a tall glass, garnish with 3 cucumber slices.

G & C Cooler

by John Kloehn, lead mixologist at Grain & Cane

Ingredients:

1oz Lime Juice
0.5oz Strawberry Syrup
0.5oz Honey Syrup

Method:

Muddle Strawberries in a tall glass Add ingredients to your glass, add ice, shake, top with sprite, garnish with a lime wedge.

Sweater Weather

by John Kloehn, lead mixologist at Grain & Cane

Ingredients:

1 oz Seedlip spice 94
1 oz Lemon juice
½ oz Pineapple juice
½ oz Ginger syrup

Method:

Add ingredients to your cocktail shaker, shake without ice, strain into a tall glass, add ice and top with fever tree ginger beer, garnish with a Pineapple wedge.

Floreale Spritz

Ingredients:

2.5 oz Martini & Rossi Non-Alcoholic Floreale
0.75 oz Grapefruit Juice Soda

Method:

In a highball glass, build ice and add Martini Floreale and top with soda. Stir gently for a few moments. Garnish with grapefruit slice.

Non-Alcoholic & Tonic

Ingredients:

2.5 oz Martini & Rossi Non-Alcoholic Vibrante
2.5 oz Tonic Water

Method:

Pack a wine glass with ice. Add Martini & Rossi Non-Alcoholic Vibrante into the glass. Top with tonic water. Stir gently for a few moments. Garnish with lemon on fresh mint.

Clean Co Paloma

Ingredients:

Method:

In a highball glass build with ice, and add Clean Co Clean T topped with soda. Add blood orange or grapefruit as garnish.

Moscow Gin Free Mule

Ingredients:

1 oz Dhōs Gin Free
1 oz Lime Juice
3 oz Ginger Beer
Lime Zest
Slice of Lime

Method:

In a copper mug filled with crushed ice, add 1 oz Dhōs Gin Free and 1 oz lime juice. Garnish with a slice of lime and a shaving of lime zest and serve.

The Lowgroni (Low Proof Negroni)

Ingredients:

1.5 oz The Spirit of Gin
1 oz Campari
1 oz Sweet Vermouth
Orange peel

Method:

In a rocks glass build the cocktail over ice and stir. Garnish with a twist of orange.

The Fashion Forward (Modern Take on the Old Fashioned)

Ingredients:

3 oz The Spirit of Gin
Bar spoon of Elderflower
Dash of Orange bitters

Method:

Add all ingredients into rocks glass with fancy ice cubes and stir gently. Garnish with orange peel.

The Spicy Margafreeta

Ingredients:

3 oz The Spirit of Tequila
5 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
.5 oz tsp agave nectar

Method:

Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with lime wheel and/or kosher salt.

Orange Thyme

Ingredients:

3 oz The Spirit of tequila
1 oz Orange Juice
½ oz Thyme Syrup

Method:

In a cocktail shaker, add the spirit of tequila, orange juice, and syrup with ice. Shake and strain into a mason jar with ice. Garnish with orange peel.

Non Alcoholic Drink Alternatives Worth Exploring

Mocktail Club

Mocktail Club offers an assortment of sophisticated drinks created with functional benefits such as antioxidants and prebiotics for digestive health. In bold, flavors such as Capri Sour, Bombay Fire, Havana Twist, and Manhattan Berry featuring natural ingredients such as pomegranate, cranberry, blackberries, pear, lime, and infused tea.

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