New Year, New Resolutions. If you’re looking for new experiences to begin your ‘Dry’ or ‘Damp’ January, continue your NA journey, or simply take a dip, we rounded up a few fun ways to do just that in NYC!
Featuring non-alcoholic bars serving up amazing craft mocktails while encompassing full body wellness, exciting events (read parties), and pop-ups, or NA shops where you can browse, taste, and shake or sip your own libations at home.
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Updated 1/23/24
Non-Alcoholic Bars
Rent Money Lounge
📍85 Stanton Street
Rent Money Lounge is a modern, speakeasy-style lounge serving up a classic coffee menu by day and mocktails and adaptogenic drinks by night. Grab and go, order ahead, or stay a while. They also offer a by-appointment nail lounge specializing in Japanese gel and nail art manicures tucked away in the rear of the space.
Dry January events include Make Your Own Charcuterie, a Flower Arrangement Class, a Comedy Show, Drag Game Night, Movie Night, and Zero-Proof Cocktail Classes with Third Place Bar. More on that here.
For the month of January only, your first drink is on them! Claim your free beverage here.
Hekate Cafe & Elixir Lounge
📍167 Avenue B
Hekate is an intimate sober bar and specialty tea shop designed for those who seek the alchemy of herbal elixirs and a convivial community place for anyone who might appreciate an alternative to bars. Enjoy the ambiance and taste their exotic alcohol-free cocktails, mocktails, 0ABV beers, and more. They also serve tea and coffee drinks.
Dry January events include Club Cosmos, an evening of astrology and mocktails, and book signings, More on these here.
The Alchemist’s Kitchen Elixir Bar
📍117 Crosby Street
The Alchemist’s Kitchen Elixir Bar is a speakeasy and private event space curated to host experiences from tastings, to small classes, celebrations, showcase events, and immersive divination nights that align with the cosmos.
During the day, they serve a menu that features state-changing elixirs, shroom coffees, chaga chai, and a selection of teas and mulled ciders, in addition to fine vegan treats from Sixteen Mills Bakery, freshly baked each week.
Dry January events include Botanical Mixology, and others. More on these here.
Bars & Restaurants with Craft Mocktail Menus
The Cactus Shop
📍231 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn
The Cactus Shop NA program includes a range of non-alcoholic offerings: an assortment of mocktails, NA wines, and liquors. To ensure the highest quality, they periodically adjust the ingredients in their mocktails based on the freshness and seasonality of available ingredients:
• Strawberry Mule – Strawberry Shrub, Aplós Non-Alcoholic Spirit, Agave Flower, Lemon Verbena
• Vuela, Vuela – Pentire Adrift Non-Alcoholic Spirit, Fresh Grapefruit Juice, Sage, Butterfly Pea-Flower Tea, Fresh Lemon Juice
• Jungle Quetzal – Fresh Pineapple, Fresh Lime Juice, Caleño Non-Alcoholic Rum, Coconut, Vanilla, Wilfred’s Bittersweet Aperitif
The Press Club Grill
📍 1262 Broadway
The Press Club Grill captures the essence of the Mad Men era in New York City, with a reinterpreted expression of Continental cuisine through the use of local, seasonal, high-quality ingredients executed with modern techniques.
• Duplicate Audience- Hojicha & Lapsang Souchang Tea, Maple, Aromatic Tincture
• Classic Egg Cream -U-bet Chocolate Syrup, Whole Milk, ‘Brooklyn Seltzer Boys Seltzer
• St. Agrestis Phoney Negroni Frappe- St. Agrestis Phoney Negroni, Basil, Lemon, Orange
Everdene at Virgin Hotels New York City
📍1227 Broadway, 3rd Floor, Nomad
Everdene offers New-American cuisine, a curated cocktail program & sweeping views of the city. For those looking for a fun and cozy spot to enjoy zero-proof beverages this winter, the Everdene Terrace is welcoming guests to its Nomad Igloo Hypedomes, open daily from 11am to 11pm.
• Spiced Maple Phony Fashioned- Lyre’s American Malt, Spiced Maple Syrup, Non-alcoholic bitters
• Fig-et About It- Lyre’s Agave Blanco, Fig, Cranberry, Lime
• Papa Don’t Peach- Peach puree, lavender, lemon, Fevertree Tonic
• Legends of the Fall- Apple Cider, cinnamon, Fevertree Ginger Beer
La Marchande at The Wall Street Hotel
📍88 Wall Street
Nestled in the luxurious Wall Street Hotel, La Marchande is Chef John Fraser’s modernized French chophouse, merging the essence of seasonal and ingredient-focused French cuisine with Wall Street’s enduring tradition of stylized Steakhouse dining.
In partnership with Fevertree and Boisson, enjoy La Marchande’s Sobriété menu selection. Sip and savor their signature mocktails expertly crafted by their beverage team:
• Nevermore- Grapefruit Juice, Cinnamon Syrup, Lemon Juice, Lyre’s Amalfi Spritz
• True Companion- Lyre’s Dry Aperitif, Lemon Juice, Turmeric Syrup, Fever Tree Tonic
• Ginger Rouge- Lyre’s Aperitif Red, Lemon Juice, Blood Orange, Ginger, Fever Tree Tonic
The Standard Grill
📍848 Washington Street
Dry January has landed at The Standard Grill and they are starting the new year with an exclusive lineup of mocktails that will give you the joys of happy hour without the hangover.
• Yuzu Ramos- Frothy, creamy, and decadent with refreshing yuzu and rich honey yuzu, cream, egg white, honey, soda
• Sweet Pea- Refreshing and light, lemongrass, lavender, snap pea and soda snap pea, lemongrass, lavender, lime, soda
• Menthe & Bulle- Fresh mojito soda made & carbonated in-house fresh mint, key lime cordial, bubbles
• Spark, Ember, Flame- Palo santo smokey notes against vegital cucumber st. ember palo santo, cucumber juice, lime, agave
• Easy Does It- Classic spritz, rosemary, orange essence aperitif, sparking wine from champagne
• Dry Dry- Zesty, vibrant, dry, martini-style pink grapefruit, sea rosemary, blanc vermouth, citrus essence
• Beginner’s Luck- Deep, rich, brooding, Manhattan-style dark molasses, coconut, pineapple, rouge vermouth, orange essence
IRIS
📍1740 Broadway
Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of the Mediterranean, Chef John Fraser explores the cuisine of the Aegean at IRIS and draws upon his Greek heritage and deep admiration for Turkish cuisine to create a menu that leaves room for innovation and imagination in flavor, texture, and presentation.
In partnership with Fevertree and Boisson, elevate your dry January with IRIS’ selection of mocktails expertly crafted by their mixology masters:
• Grapefruit Sumac- Sumac, Grapefruit, Lime, Fevertree Soda
• Passion Fruit Mojito- Passion Fruit, Mint, Lime, Fevertree Soda
• Bianco Spritz- Rosemary Water, Verjus, Roots Divino Bianco, Fevertree Mediterranean Tonic
Events/Pop-ups
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TALEA Non-alcoholic Spritzy Sour Sample Day
📅 Saturday, January 6th, all day
📍 All TALEA Taprooms (Williamsburg, Cobble Hill, West Village Bryant Park)
Celebrate the release of TALEA’s first NA beer in cans with an all-day sampling event at all TALEA taprooms! Swing by any location for a complimentary sample of their NA Spritzy Sour, a tart refresher inspired by strawberry lemonade.
The NA Menu Launch at Georgia Room
📅 Saturday, January 6th, 9pm-3am
📍 Freehand New York, 23 Lexington Avenue 2nd Floor
Join Absence of Proof for a night of mix-and-mingle fun as they explore the world of finally being able to order a proper drink minus the ABVs. The menu will feature a selection of non-alcoholic wine and three non-alcoholic drinks, including:
Prickly Pair – Prickly Pear, Orgeat, Citrus, Mint
Margarita – Cut Above Mezcal Zero Proof, Cactus Brine, Lime, Agave
Festival Quencher – Tepache, Love Conquers All Sparkling Adaptogenic Elixir
Note: The venue features three bars; one bar will cater exclusively to the new non-alcoholic cocktails, and the other two will offer their usual beverages, including alcoholic options.
Curious Exilirs Dry January Kick-Off with Bigvision x DJ Hanzi
📅 Wednesday January 10th, 7-10pm
📍 Club Curious (Brooklyn), Address provided with RSVP
Take on 2024 at Curious Elixirs’ sober speakeasy + arts club in Brooklyn with a booze-free bash featuring DJ Hanzi on the decks! They’re teaming up with the Bigvision Community to make memories, set intentions and inspire each other to make the most of this fresh start. Your first drink is on them.
Cannuary at Gotham with Cann
📅 Thursday January 11th, 6-9pm
📍 Gotham, 3 E 3rd Street
Gotham, NYC’s first premium cannabis concept store, has teamed up with Cann, cannabis Infused THC & CBD Social Tonic, to celebrate their special version of Dry January.
Gotham and Cann invite you to explore the store while sipping on Cann’s popular flavors, keeping your Dry January goals in mind and focusing on balanced and mindful choices. One special guest will also receive an exclusive Gotham x Cann gift set, full with all the goodies needed to enjoy your January without compromising your “new year, new you” goals.
The Dry Challenge x CityPickle
📅 Friday January 12th, 6-8pm
📍 CityPickle LIC, 9-03 44th Road, Queens
Come play pickleball and do a Curious Elixirs mocktail “cheers to Dry January” with Hilary Sheinbaum, author, writer, and the authority in the sober-curious movement. Includes a CityPickle tote bag with treats to support your wellness journey, including Hilary’s latest book “A Journal for Bad Days”, Gaia Herbs, and Curious Elixirs.
Listen Bar Good AF Awards
📅 Friday January 12th, 7-10pm
📍 The Wilson NYC, 132 West 27th Street
It’s THE Friday of Dry January at our alcohol-free cocktail competition. 5 top NYC bars making their best AF cocktails, and you get to taste them all – then pick your fave.
Competitors include returning champs Leyenda, hosts IGC Hospitality Group, and iconic bars Attaboy & Undercote.
AFTER Magazine Dry January Roaring 20’s Party
📅 Saturday, January 13th, 7-11pm
📍 185 East Broadway
AFTER Magazine is celebrating the mid-point of Dry January in style with a Dry January Roaring 1920s Party! The night includes live performances by their jazz band “AFTER Dark,” and DJ Quad (of Chicago fame), and alcohol-free mocktails provided by Abstinence Spirits, Amethyst Spirits, and Blind Tiger.
Use code AFTER10 for 10% off your tickets until January 10th!
Bounce and Sip with The Ness x Figlia
📅 Thursday, January 18th, 6:30-7:30pm
📍 THE NESS, 406 Broadway, Level Three
In the spirit of dry January, Figlia is teaming up with The Ness to invite you to their first-ever Bounce & Sip. They’ll start off with a complimentary class followed by post- sweat sips by Figlia.
The Ness also offers complimentary welcome classes every Thursday at 6:30pm.
Absence of Proof x Shopify: Dry January Panel, Party & Pop-Up Shop
📅 Friday, January 19th, 6-9pm
📍 Shopify New York, 31 Greene Street
Join Absence of Proof and Shopify for a panel discussion featuring industry pioneers, exploring the dynamic landscape of non-alcoholic beverages. Gain exclusive insights, trends, and future projections directly from the experts.
Following the panel, the space will transition into a non-alcoholic market and party, complete with a DJ, photo booth, and opportunity to shop emerging brands.
Absence of Proof Dry January Supper Club with Evento
📅 Sunday, January 21st, 5-8pm
📍 171 Canal Street, Third Floor
Absence of Proof is teaming up with Evento for an evening of cooking & drinking with a twist. Join them for a 4-course meal including pasta you’ll learn to make from scratch! They’ll have an Interactive Italian Sunday dinner paired with unlimited non-alcoholic cocktails, wine, beer, & ready-to-drink options to sip on throughout the evening.
Cheers to Change: Boogie and Sip with Dr. Brooke
📅 Wednesday January 24th, 7-10pm
📍 Club Curious (Brooklyn), Address provided with RSVP
Come celebrate author and acclaimed nutritionist Dr. Brooke Scheller’s birthday with a dance party and book signing at Curious Elixirs’ sober speakeasy in Brooklyn. Her new book “How to Eat to Change How You Drink” has some great recs no matter where you are in your journey.
Grab your friends for a night of free, sober fun with plenty of Curious to go around.
‘Seedlip Oasis’ Pop-up
📅 Friday, January 26th- Saturday January 27th, 11am-5pm
📍 Gansevoort Plaza, 9th Avenue and Gansevoort Street
Seedlip, the pioneers of the non-alcoholic spirits movement, are celebrating the unveiling and first taste of Seedlip Notas de Agave, a new premium expression which is elegantly crafted to awaken the palate with vibrant and warm tasting notes, with the ‘Seedlip Oasis.’
Seedlip will be bringing city dwellers the warmth of the tropics to the streets of New York to encourage people to come sip and see what the new expression is all about. You can look forward to complimentary signature Seedlip Notas de Agave Cocktails and Seedlip Brand Ambassadors.
TALEA x Third Place Bar Booze-Free Beer Tasting
📅 Wednesday January 25th, 7-9pm
📍 TALEA Williamsburg, 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn
Join TALEA for an evening of non-alcoholic beer flights, food, and hangover-free vibes, in partnership with Third Place Bar, a non-alcoholic pop-up bar, to bring you a fully non-alcoholic beer flight tasting + their classic TALEA cheese plates and pretzels.
Third Place Bar NYC is a series of non-alcoholic pop-up bar events in New York City founded by Sam Bail in late 2022. The goal of Third Place Bar is to provide an environment for people to socialize and connect without feeling the pressure to drink – whether they’re just not drinking for the night, taking some time off, or are on a longer alcohol-free journey.
Saturday Love presented by elNico x MADFUN
📅 Saturday, January 27th,12-6pm
📍 elNico, 288 North 8th Street, Brooklyn
Join for an unforgettable, vibrant day party presented by elNico x MADFUN as they bring you “Saturday Love”. Immerse yourself in the magic of four incredible DJ sets, a mesmerizing special guest performance, and a dedicated wellness room -all in the spirit of Dry January.
Inspired by the iconic 1985 hit song, those in search of a serene escape, their Wellness Room awaits, exclusively open from 12 to 4pm. Indulge in nonalcoholic tastings from renowned brands such as Three Spirit Drinks, Tost Beverages, and Curious Elixirs—ideal for those participating in Dry January or simply the sober-curious. Treat yourself to a complimentary 10-minute relaxing massage and explore a vast selection of intriguing products and gifts.
TALEA x Third Place Bar Zero Proof Cocktail Making Class
📅 Sunday January 28th, 5-6:30pm
📍 TALEA Williamsburg, 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn
TALEA and Third Place invite you in for an evening of Zero Proof Cocktail making. In this class, you’ll learn the basics of cocktail making, get an intro to non-alcoholic spirits and botanicals, and make your own zero-proof cocktails! Includes light snacks, spirit samples, and two non-alcoholic cocktails.
Figlia x Shopify Dry January Market + Panel
📅 Tuesday January 30th, 6-8:30pm
📍 Shopify NY, 131 Greene Street
In the spirit of Dry January, Figlia and Shopify have teamed up to offer the first- ever Friends of Figlia Market. Attendees will be able to taste sips from leading non-alcoholic brands Aplós, Parch, Sayso, Unified Ferments & Visitor Beer. The sampling will be followed by a panel comprised of each brand’s founder-led by Lily Geiger, the founder of Figlia.
The William Vale Low & No ABV Cocktail Class with Boisson
📅 Tuesday, January 30th, 6:30-8pm
📍 Westlight, 111 North 12th Street, Brooklyn
End your Dry January with a bang. As part of The William Vale’s New Year’s Resolution Revolution series, learn how to master three zero-proof cocktails directly from the experts from their very own team at Westlight & their neighbors at Boisson. Enjoy small bites to pair and soak in the panoramic views while you shake and stir your own cocktails.
Retreat: Rethinking Drinking
📅Wednesday, January 31st, 6-9pm
📍 OBSERVED, 136 Jackson Street, Brooklyn
Join Retreat for an evening of conscious conversation & community on changing our relationship with alcohol. They’ll gather for a panel where you’ll hear from NYC-based start-up founders on their shifting relationship with alcohol.
Your ticket includes a panel & happy hour with tasting bar from a dozen non-alcoholic partners, plus a cheese board and heavy snacks.
Shops
Minus Moonshine
📍 433 Sterling Place, Brooklyn
Minus Moonshine has curated a magical land of beverages and potions made for adults. Whether you want to take the night off from drinking alcohol or the whole year, they’ve got you covered with the best non-alcoholic beers, wines, spirits, cocktails, and more!
Spirited Away
📍 177 Mott Street
Spirited Away is your destination for non-alcoholic spirits, sparkling teas, and wines, plus non-alcoholic beers, bitters, shrubs, amaros, mixers, sodas, ready-to-drink cocktails, and more. Shop online for in-store pickup or delivery to Lower Manhattan.
For Dry January events, join them for in-store tastings featuring NA beers, functional spirits, and ready-to-drink cocktails. Follow along on their Instagram and more on these here.
Boisson
📍177 Court Street, Cobble Hill
📍 330 Bleecker Street, West Village
📍 1025 Lexington Avenue, Upper East Side
📍 326 Columbus Avenue, Upper West Side
📍 148 Bedford Avenue, Williamsburg
Dry January events include in-store tastings featuring a variety of NA brands and non-alcoholic mixology happy hours following Boisson x Barry’s classes at Barry’s gym. More on these here.
