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On the heels of Dry January, more and more people are embracing the sober-curious lifestyle in a more permanent way. Whether inspired by the Surgeon General’s recent advisory on alcohol’s harmful impacts or an extension of a New Year’s resolution, everyone adopting the wellness trend agrees on one thing: They feel better without alcohol. The good news? Brands are creating a myriad of delicious options that make it easier and a whole lot more fun to skip the spirits, exploring everything from adaptogens to botanicals and nootropics to enhance your sober-sipping experience. Here are our top picks to swap in for your favorite adult beverages.
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Espresso Martini
Known for its fan-favorite Kentucky 74 whiskey alternative, Spiritless’s first-ever pour-and-share mocktail packs a real punch. Made with real brewed coffee, this smooth sip balances bitter and sweet perfectly to deliver the rich, bold flavor you crave in an espresso martini. Plus, it makes happy hour hosting a breeze — simply pair with your favorite vodka for those who aren’t on a sober-curious journey.
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Spiced Old Fashioned
Megan Klein founded Miami-based Little Saints for people who — like her — love cocktails, but hate hangovers. To eliminate the need to choose between having fun and feeling good, she worked with an expert food scientist to create nonalcoholic cocktails fueled by mushrooms. The Spiced Old Fashioned is a must-try, mixing notes of fall spice, cloves and orange peel with a flavor reminiscent of a sweet bourbon.
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Modern Mule
Who doesn’t love a good mule? Pari’s take on the classic drink captures the essence of the sunny-weather sip in a chic can, making it perfect for a casual happy hour or a lakeside picnic. Naturally sweetened with premium agave syrup, the zesty beverage combines ginseng, ginger and citrus to deliver authentic flavor without having to worry about the bad stuff.
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Pippi
Megan Dayton and Peder Schweigart created Minneapolis-based Dry Wit with wellness — and food pairings — in mind. For wine lovers in need of an alternative to their favorite white, consider the brand’s spunky and effervescent Pippi your delicious new go-to. This drink delivers light, bright flavor with strong acidity, making it the perfect companion for everything from caviar to oysters to tuna salad.
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Desert Margarita
Inspired by ancient beverages found across Mexico and the American Southwest, Parch’s line of plant-based agave mocktails delivers on feel-good flavor. One standout, the Desert Margarita, is a triple-citrus concoction with notes of tamarind, tangerine and chamomile. The company’s bespoke blend of adaptogens help optimize well-being as you drink, making it simple to take a healthier approach to stress relief and indulgence.
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Phony Negroni
Negroni obsessed? So is the team at St. Agrestis, which is why they developed the Phony Negroni. The Brooklyn, New York, company sources the best herbs, spices, roots, seeds and citruses from around the world to ensure a perfectly balanced and incredibly flavorful experience with every sip.
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Spritz Italiano
Transport yourself to the Italian seaside with De Soi’s citrus nonalcoholic aperitif. Co-founded by pop superstar Katy Perry, this chic brand swaps out alcohol for feel-good revitalizing adaptogens like L-theanine, lion’s mane and reishi mushroom. Simply pour, unwind and embrace the essence of il dolce far niente — the sweetness of doing nothing.
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Emerald Cliffs
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and no celebration is complete without an ice-cold brew. Athletic Brewing’s Emerald Cliffs is the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow for the sober-curious beer lovers this year. This Irish-style beverage offers a medium-bodied dark profile with aromatic bursts of sweet chocolate and coffee. We’ll raise a glass to that!
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Curious No. 3
For fans of classic drinks, look no further than Curious Elixir’s delectable take on a Cucumber Collins. Blending alpine flowers, cucumber, herbs, lemon and ashwagandha extract, Curious No. 3 was meticulously designed to help you unwind and de-stress. Serve over ice or neat — no garnish needed, but a lemon peel wouldn’t hurt.
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Livener
For many, alcohol is an agent of fun that boosts energy and makes socializing easier. Three Spirit’s Livener is the perfect alternative. This invigorating elixir delivers euphoric feelings thanks to energizing ingredients like guayusa and schisandra berry. A flavorful blend of watermelon, guava and ginger flavors ensure this is one drink you won’t want to put down.
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Lacewing
Founders Mariah Wood and Vanessa Royle created Tilden in 2021 to invigorate an uninspiring mocktail scene. And the duo did just that, nurturing a devoted following for their tasty cocktails that are created without added sugars, gluten or preservatives. Lacewing is a fan-favorite, offering a delicious blend of herbaceous flavors with a bite of Szechsuan pepper and cayenne.
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G&T
Copenhagen-based ISH Spirits creates mindfully authentic classics so you can enjoy your favorite drinks without alcohol and regardless of the occasion — solo or social. This alcohol-free take on a gin and tonic is not only refreshing and delicious, but multi award-winning thanks to the symphony of juniper, quinine, rosemary, coriander and black pepper notes.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
Finding a good substitute for a red wine can be difficult, but Saint Viviana is up to the challenge. The Zero Proof’s full-bodied Cabernet stands apart thanks to a careful process that gently de-alcoholizes wine to preserve the natural essence and complex flavors of the grapes, delivering an authentic sipping experience. Tannin fiends, this one is for you!
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Calme
Designed with relaxation in mind, this botanical slow-sipper was created with functional ingredients to help you find your zen. Calme gently guides you into stress-free evenings thanks to broad-spectrum hemp, which helps to regulate mood and appetite without any psychoactive effects. And unlike alcohol, a top sleep disruptor, it can aid in both falling and staying asleep.
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Cali Amaro
This Los Angeles–based brand’s Cali Amaro is reminiscent of the bitter old-school digestif, but with a contemporary twist. Blending flavors like mandarin orange, pink grapefruit, bay laurel, sage and dandelion root, this tasty indulgence — like all of OPTIMIST’s botanicals — was designed to be mixed just as you would a premium spirit. Pair with tonic over ice, or skip the tonic if you prefer a little zing!
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Neue Brut Sparkling
Society De La Rassi offers an unmatched sparkling wine experience for the sophisticated social occasions on your calendar. Using carefully selected Chardonnay vintage grapes to retain the rich aroma and flavor of traditional Brut Champagne, the dealcoholized Neue Brut Sparkling elevates the sober-curious experience. After all, is any celebration complete without a cork pop?
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Social Tonic
This California-based company is on a mission to rethink the way the world drinks. Mindfully crafted with adaptogens, nootropics and functional botanicals like L-Theanine and lion’s mane, Hiyo’s social tonics provide a stress-relieving, mood-boosting drink experience. Opt for sweet Peach Mango, bold Blackberry Lemon or go all in on a variety pack to try all four of the delicious flavors.
