1. Berry Sour at Peruke & Periwig
The Berry Sour at Peruke & Periwig, 31 Dawson St, proves that non-alcoholic mocktails are just as fun as their cocktail counterparts and are more budget-friendly. Only €7, the tart berry notes offset by citrus and that familiar sweetness, works equally well as a first drink or something to sip slowly over conversation without feeling like the odd one out. Don’t compromise your nights out.
2. The Forgotten Echo at 9 Below
At 9 Below, 9 St Stephen’s Green, the attention given to alcohol-free options mirrors the menu, as they have created a space that makes conversation more than time spent together, it is more of an art form. The Forgotten Echo is made of Tanqueray Gin 00 per cent, rectified chrysanthemum juice, peach and agave cordia, and served in the style of a daiquiri. The perfect choice for those who usually favor spirit-forward drinks.
3. Full Bloom at BAR 1661
Full bloom at BAR 1661, 1-5 Green St, combines the warmth of chilli and blood orange with the depth of smoked agave and pandan, balanced by the freshness of cucumber and lime. If you enjoy a margarita or a mezcal sour, their specialty drink works perfect for a dry January substitute, as you linger over one, or finish eagerly and no sooner order another.
4. Big Smoke at The Big Romance
Big Smoke delivers a thoughtful combination of bitter and earthy in a non-alcoholic cocktail. For birthday celebrations or a date that turned into “let’s just have a drink or two”, The Big Romance, 98 Parnell St, offers the ideal setting to enjoy it in and stay entirely present in the moment you won’t want to miss.
5. Nospresso Martini at Capitol Bar
Dry January does not mean abandoning your ritual, like the long-awaited catch-up with the girls at Capitol Bar, 10 Aungier St. Your usual Espresso Martini now becomes their very own Nospresso Martini; Lyre’s Coffee Originale and white cane spirit form a rich, layered base, complemented by fresh espresso. It’s smooth with every sip for nine euros worth.
