Dry January is a popular trend where people pledge to abstain from alcohol for the month of January. It’s a great way to reset after the holiday season and to focus on self-care and wellness. If you’re looking to participate in Dry January but don’t want to miss out on the fun of going out to bars and restaurants, there are plenty of delicious mocktails available to enjoy. Check out our short list of local establishments where you can order some of Columbus’ signature alcohol-free (AF) drinks.
- The Guild House has alcohol-free menu options for when you’re headed to happy hour. Choose from a lemon tonic, cherry ginger, or their Blackberry Smash.
- Watershed Distillery makes ordering alcohol-free drinks easy. Ask for the AF version of any drink marked with a star on the menu.
- Feeling like a tropical getaway? Huli Huli Tiki Lounge has alcohol-free versions of their Honolulu Mule, Blue Hawaiian, and Baby Aspirin.
- Take in a spectacular view of the city at Lumin Sky Bar while enjoying their Garden Gimlet or Spritz Free cocktail.
- Continuing at places with a good view, Vaso in Dublin offers zero-proof gin and tonics, or try their Spice Orange.
- Mouton offers mocktails year-round, which become more popular for months like Dry January, Dry July and Sober October. Three of their mocktails that are enjoying a surge in popularity are the Painkiller, Thai Me Down, and The Hidden Temple.
- Like a good pun or clever name? Goodale Station’s AF drinks like the Don’t Carrot All and Berry Manilow are bestsellers of the season. Plus, they have other non-alcoholic drinks called shrubs, which are on rotation throughout the year. Shrubs are made from vinegar, fruit, herbs, and sugar and offer a sweet and tart flavor.
- Another establishment with year-round mocktails is High Bank Distillery, including their non-alcoholic mule, Berry Burlesque, Cinnamon Apple, and Wings Over Ohio.
- At Lincoln Social, for a non-alcoholic option, try a zero-proof “bartender roulette” for variety or stick with classics like cold brew or sparkling water. Other options include seasonal chef soda, cucumber lemonade, Red Bull, and strawberry almond limeade.
These are just a few examples of the many delicious mocktails available at bars and restaurants in Columbus. So, if you’re participating in Dry January, don’t let that stop you from enjoying a night out on the town. With so many tasty mocktail options available, you won’t even miss the alcohol.