Taking a break from booze, or have made the choice to steer clear of alcohol altogether? You can still raise your glass during “Dry January” (and all year long). Lexington has plenty of zero-proof offerings so you can keep up your social calendar without ordering soda and tea, again.
For those who choose not to booze, add one of these bars with mocktails, non-alcoholic beers, and more to your list.
Carson’s, Various locations
Check out its Bev Bible, aka the drink menu, to find zero-proof pours including sangria, a bellini, and a mock-mosa. We love the Jalapeno Watermelon Margarita featuring watermelon puree, fresh orange juice, and muddled jalapeno.
Harvey’s Bar, 200 W. Main St.
Sips so nice you won’t think twice about missing the booze. All drinks are made with fresh juices and house-made syrups. Try the McAdams with fresh squeezed lime juice, cucumber, housemade rosemary syrup, and topped with club + lemon-lime sodas.
Georgie’s Social House, 161 N. Limestone
Experience “refined adulting” with two zero proof cocktails, a charcuterie board, or a gourmet hotdog. Choose from either the “jungle crush,” featuring a fresh strawberry smash or “the jetson” paloma mocktail.
Lost Palm, 941 Manchester St.
Enjoy zero-proof island sips and sweeping views at The Manchester’s rooftop bar. Fans of orange creamsicles will love Boys To The Yard, made with orange, lemon, heavy cream, vanilla syrup and fresh nutmeg.
Lockbox, 167 W. Main St.
Its zero-proof cocktail list features refreshing beverages like the Instagrammable Pretty In Pink featuring cranberry, lime juice, vanilla syrup, rhubarb, and ginger beer.
Belle’s Cocktail House, 156 Market St.
If you’re not already impressed by this three-story cocktail bar, their drink specials are sure to win you over. Pro tip: Belle’s happy hour offers 50% off every Thursday-Saturday from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
OBC Kitchen, 3373 Tates Creek Rd.
From spicy margaritas to a smokey old-fashioned (made with tea), your taste buds won’t believe the difference. Editor Alexis is eyeing the “Cold Dessert,” which is a strawberry coconut daiquiri made with fresh strawberries, mint, fresh-squeezed citrus, heavy cream, and raw sugar.
