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Spirit Free

The non-alcoholic beverage resource for the sober curious, mindful drinker, or those wanting a spirit-free drink where the booze is optional, but flavor is not.

Spirit Free: Ultimate Non-Alcoholic Drink Guide - Thrillist

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Drink

Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

Best Restaurants & Bars - Places to Eat & Drink - Thrillist

Andre Barnhill has been sober for seven years and working behind a bar for more than 10.

What’s It Like Being a Sober Bartender?

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For some, the first month of the year is kicked off by putting away leftover bottles of bubbly and pushing the rest of your stock out of sight in preparation for Dry January.

These Non-Alcoholic Bottle Shops Are Helping Mindful Drinkers Thrive

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This past fall, I was sitting at a marble bar in a New York City restaurant, reading a book and waiting on a burger.

How Did the Shirley Temple Become the OG Mocktail?

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At the end of a seemingly never ending work day, you want to sip a delicious cocktail—but not necessarily get a buzz.

Our Favorite Non-Alcoholic Canned Cocktails

Austin

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With each passing month, folks of all ages and backgrounds are making the choice to drink less alcohol or not drink at all.

Where to Find Austin's Best Mocktails for Dry January

On Tap

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It wasn’t too long ago that the only available non-alcoholic beers on the market were seen as a sad afterthought of the big breweries.

The Best Non-Alcoholic Craft Beers on the Market

Chicago

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Going out for a drink doesn’t always mean alcohol, and temperance definitely has its benefits.

Where to Find the Best Mocktails During Dry January in Chicago

Wine Club

Wine Club: Everything You Need to Know to Find Actually Good Cheap Wine

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While zero-proof spirits and aperitifs soared from the get-go, alcohol-free wine has taken a bit longer to catch up.

Alcohol-Removed Wine Is More Than Just Grape Juice

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News

Not drinking alcohol is lovely and an increasingly popular lifestyle choice.

Brooklyn Brewery Launches New Non-Alcoholic Beer Variety Pack Nationwide

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Growing up in Lyon, France, Mélanie Masarin was surrounded by celebration.

How This Alcohol-Free Aperitif Became a Bar Cart Necessity

Well-Stirred

Recommendations for the best liquor and cocktails out there, and the stories of the people behind it.

Well-Stirred: Recommending the Best Liquors & Cocktails Out There

The Global Table

From sushi and tamale how-tos to crispy catfish and vegetarian congee recipes to tips on mixing cocktails like a pro and mastering imperfect presentation, here’s how to throw your own globally inspired holiday potluck this year.

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Activism is at the heart of everything Bryant Terry does.

Make This Grape Tarragon Spritzer from the ‘Black Food’ Cookbook

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The hickory smoked s’mores latte at Felix Roasting Co. isn’t for the faint of heart.

Non-alcoholic

What’s It Like Being a Sober Bartender?

Abstaining from alcohol while working in the bar industry comes with both challenges and joyful rewards.

These Non-Alcoholic Bottle Shops Are Helping Mindful Drinkers Thrive

Hosting cocktail classes and events to bring non-drinkers together, these stores are on the rise.

How Did the Shirley Temple Become the OG Mocktail?

And why this grenadine darling has stood the test of time.

Our Favorite Non-Alcoholic Canned Cocktails

Enjoy amaro, mules, and margaritas without the hangover.

Where to Find Austin's Best Mocktails for Dry January

Because booze-free doesn’t have to mean boring.

The Best Non-Alcoholic Craft Beers on the Market

Hazy IPAs, rich stouts, and bold Belgian-style ales.

Where to Find the Best Mocktails During Dry January in Chicago

Booze-free doesn’t have to mean boring.

Alcohol-Removed Wine Is More Than Just Grape Juice

The best non-alc wines for celebrating Dry January.

Brooklyn Brewery Launches New Non-Alcoholic Beer Variety Pack Nationwide

Here's something to drink for everyone skipping the booze this holiday.

How This Alcohol-Free Aperitif Became a Bar Cart Necessity

Ghia founder Mélanie Masarin wants non-drinkers to feel included.

Make This Grape Tarragon Spritzer from the ‘Black Food’ Cookbook

Bryant Terry’s new book is a love letter to Black foodways.

These Baristas Are Making Stunning Coffee Cocktails Without the Booze

As the non-alcoholic trend surges, coffee shops around the country are getting creative.