Zero-Proof and Alcohol-Free Bars, Pop-ups & Shops in NYC for Dry January and Beyond

Dry January is among us, whether you are looking to make good on those New Years resolutions, take a month off from the booze, or switch things up a bit, we have you plugged in with fantastic alcohol-free options in NYC. From bars and pop-ups that serve up delicious mocktails to shops where you can taste before you purchase zero-proof bottles to make your own at home. Check out our Dry January round-up below!

Bars & Pop-ups

Hekate Cafe & Elixir Lounge

167 Avenue B, Alphabet City

NYC’s only zero-proof bar, Hekate is an “intimate sober bar and specialty tea shop fueled by feminine energy, designed for those who seek the alchemy of herbal elixirs”. It is a convivial community place for anyone who might appreciate an alternative to bars. Enjoy their ambiance and taste their delicious mocktails, 0ABV beers, and more. Head to their calendar for the month of events, including a ‘Sober Cheese and Beverage Tasting’ on the 19th.

Absence of Proof

Absence of Proof provides nightlife options for those taking a night, month, or lifetime off of drinking. Their pop-ups feature a full menu of non-alcoholic cocktails, wine, and beer. This month you can look forward to a few speakeasy events (extended into February!) with unlimited drinks in collab with Ritual Zero Proof and a new menu every weekend, and a cocktail-making class, both of which you can sign up for here, also a Sober Happy Hour with Bumble. 

Kava Social

120 Bedford Avenue, Williamsburg

For NYC locals who don’t want a social life centered around booze, Kava Social is a vibrant gathering place where patrons not only enjoy healthy non-alcoholic beverages. It’s also a place to work, network, and connect with friends. Kava Social’s menu is grounded in the kava root of the South Pacific and the kratom plant of Southeast Asia. Their selection of plant-based beverages is rooted in earthy flavors with all-natural ingredients crafted into a modern mocktail. Drink choices range in preparation and presentation from traditional to edgy concoctions suited for all tastes.

The Alchemist’s Kitchen Elixir Bar

117 Crosby Street

The Alchemist’s Kitchen flagship is a unique destination located in Soho. They are a botanical dispensary dedicated to connecting you with the power of plants, through high-quality botanical medicines, herbal remedies, and whole plant beauty products. Adjacent to the botanical dispensary is their Elixir Bar, a magical speakeasy and private event space curated for an offering of experiences from tastings, small classes, celebrations, showcase events, and immersive divination nights paired with thoughtfully blended elixirs and culinary treats. They are hosting an event for Dry January on the 13th, check it out and RSVP here!

Third Place Bar

Third Place has the vibe of your local bar, but without the “I’m not drinking” awkwardness. They focus on bringing customers a down-to-earth menu of non-alcoholic beers and warm German-style pretzels, alongside a small selection of cocktails and our favorite local sodas and kombucha. This month they have two pop-ups at Butler Brooklyn on the evenings of January 6th and 13th. Secure your spots here. They are extending their pop-ups through February! Friday, February 3rd with a Hot toddies and @drink.sayso tasting, and TRIVIA NIGHT from 7pm, and Friday, February 10th with a Bitters & Emo Night for V-day.

Listen Bar

Rather than a fixed place, Listen Bar pops up all over, from basement dives to rooftop lounges. You can learn how to make their drinks with on-demand & private virtual classes. And look out for invites to their exclusive IRL events, which happen a few times a year. If you went to the H&M Hotel Hennes pop-up last summer, they were shaking up fantastic cocktails on the rooftop! Also, this month will be the return of their alcohol-free cocktail competition, the Good AF Awards on January 31st, closing out the month in style. Details TBA.

Shops

Sèchey

632 Hudson Street, West Village

Sèchey carries functional, alternative & non-alcoholic spirits, wine & beer for mindful drinkers and the sober curious. They offer a place to explore a curated selection of booze-free craft beverages and interesting & tasteful alternatives for those seeking a more mindful relationship with alcohol.

Boisson

177 Court Street, Cobble Hill, Brooklyn
330 Bleecker Street, West Village
1025 Lexington Avenue, Upper East Side
148 Bedford Avenue, Williamsburg, Brooklyn
326 Columbus Ave, Upper West Side
30 Rockefeller Plaza

Boisson’s mission is to provide sophisticated sips to those looking for an alternative to alcohol, no matter their reasons why. The widespread, underserved need for quality alternatives to alcohol equates to Boisson’s retail footprint, in tandem with sustaining an online shop that ships nationwide. Once you become a member you can also earn points & exclusive rewards every time you shop.

Minus Moonshine

433 Sterling Place, Prospect Heights, 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 beers, wines, spirits, cocktails, and more, all nonalcoholic! For events, they also have happy hours (4-7pm on Saturdays) and a SoberQueer Dry January Social on the 15th featuring complimentary drinks.

Spirited Away

177 Mott Street, Nolita

Spirited Away is America’s first booze-free bottle shop, dedicated to non-alcoholic spirits, wines, beers & cocktails. They offer everything from aperitivi & digestivi to alternative spritis and ready-to-drink cocktails. This month they will also have a Ritual Zero Proof and Seddlip residency, featuring tastings, events, discounts, and promotions.

Which will you be stopping by? Don’t forget to tag #nycpluggedin @nycplugged if you go!