Sip Smart: Atlanta Restaurants Toast to Dry January with Inspired Zero-Proof Creations

Atlanta restaurants are kicking off Dry January with a vibrant lineup of zero-proof cocktails that prove great flavor needs no alcohol. From bright citrus blends and herb-infused refreshers to playful takes on classic cocktails, diners will find plenty of ways to sip with intention. Crafted with the same care as their boozy counterparts, these alcohol-free drinks spotlight house-made syrups, fresh juices and elevated presentation. The result is a menu moment that feels celebratory, inclusive and anything but restrained.

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 Buena Vida Tapas Bar

First Kiss – passion fruit, honey, vanilla and ginger beer 

Tiki Tango – mango, cilantro, lime juice and tonic

Chichería Mexican Kitchen

Mellon Energy – watermelon edition Red Bull, basil, black pepper, lime and agave 

HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern

Blueberry Watermelon Kickstarter – blueberries, lime, watermelon and Red Bull 

Mango Mule – mango puree, cucumber, local honey, fresh lime and Goslings

Marlow's Tavern

Grapefruit Basil Fresca – Everything you love about a paloma, sans booze

Dirty Cherry Soda – lemon-lime soda, cherry and vanilla syrup and a splash of cream

The Local Tavern

Fancy Cuz I Said So – cranberry, peach puree, lime, sugar and club soda

Bandwagon Spritz – Spritz Del Conte and club soda

the Woodall

Verdita Collins – Verdita elixir, pineapple, lime, cilantro, mint, jalapeño and tonic

Garden Tonic – Butterfly pea tea, sage, bitter lemon, orange bitters and elderflower tonic

Wylie & Rum

Caribbean Carnival Punch – guava and passionfruit purées, pineapple and orange juices, grenadine and a splash of Sprite

Cuban Cooler – muddled mint, simple syrup, lime juice and soda water. Guests can make it their own with strawberry, mango, guava, coconut or passionfruit.

Your 3rd Spot

So Fresh, So Clean – lemongrass, ginger and pineapple

Hibiscus in Havana – hibiscus tea, lime, mint leaves and Aquafaba  

Rosemary Blueberry Smash – lemon juice, honey syrup, blueberry syrup and soda water

Frozen Blueberry Lemonade – refreshing zero-proof cocktail

The Ashford on Dresden

January Sour – Lyre’s non-alcoholic whiskey, lemon, sugar and N/A red wine

Dirty Coke – Coca-Cola, coconut and lime

Nojito – Lyre’s non-alcoholic rum, blackberry syrup, mint, lime juice and soda

The Dry Dove – Lyre’s non-alcoholic tequila, grapefruit and rosemary syrup, soda and lime juice

Tiny Bubbles – N/A prosecco, pineapple cordial and lime