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A guide to mocktails in Lexington
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Mocktails can be both healthy and delicious. | Photo by Belle’s Cocktail House
If you’re cruising along your Dry January journey, temporarily taking a break from booze, or have made the choice to steer clear of alcohol altogether, you can still raise your glass this month. 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 eight bars with mocktails, non-alcoholic beers, and more to your list.

Note: We asked our readers and followers for recommendations, too — their suggestions are marked with a 🍹.

🍹 Carson’s, 362 E. Main St.
Check out its Bev Bible, aka the drink menu, to find eight zero-proof pours including sangria, a bellini, and a mock-mosa.
Try this: Jalapeno Watermelon Margarita — featuring watermelon puree, fresh orange juice, and muddled jalapeno

🍹 Harvey’s, 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 this: McAdams and Morford Mocktail — fresh squeezed lime juice, cucumber, house-made rosemary syrup, topped with soda water

🍹Mirror Twin Brewing, 725 National Ave.
This Warehouse Block spot has on the menu a non-alcoholic frozen rosé, two mocktails, plus five varieties of non-alcoholic beer from Athletic Brewing.⁣
Try this: Apple Ginger Moscow Mule — made with apple cider, lime juice, and ginger beer

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.

🍹 Whiskey Bear, 3195 Beaumont Center Cir.
In addition to its extensive whiskey menu, its three mocktail options are the perfect pairing with an Addie’s Pizza.
Try this: Winter Beary — cranberry, fresh lemon juice, and pomegranate syrup topped with gum drops

Did we miss your favorite local mocktail? Let us know and we’ll add it to our list.
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Tuesday, Jan. 10
  • Acro Fitness with Acro Alliance | Tuesday, Jan. 10 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Calvary Baptist Recreation Center, 150 E. High St., Lexington | $15 | All levels are welcome to learn skills from partner and solo acrobatics to help grow stronger and more flexible.
Wednesday, Jan. 11
  • Tommy Emmanuel | Wednesday, Jan. 11 | 8 p.m. | Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St., Lexington | $45-$55 | Enjoy an evening filled with heartfelt + extraordinary sounds from one of the “planet’s greatest guitarists.”
Thursday, Jan. 12
  • The Emo Night Tour | Thursday, Jan. 12 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd., Lexington | $18 | One night full of music from all your favorite rock bands — Taking Back Sunday, Fall Out Boy, and more.
Friday, Jan. 13
  • Bird Walks | Friday, Jan. 13 | 9-11 a.m. | Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, 3885 Raven Run Way, Lexington | Free | This new monthly program is suited for beginner and experienced nature lovers who want to explore the birds of Central Kentucky.
Saturday, Jan. 14
  • Croissant Making Classes | Saturday, Jan. 14-Sunday, Feb. 19 | 4-6 p.m. | Laura Lou Pâtisserie Production Kitchen, 815 Euclid Ave., Lexington | $125 | Enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks while you learn the recipes and skills behind laminated doughs and croissants.
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Food

10 healthy recipes to bookmark for 2023
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Kroger’s recipe library makes it easy to plan your menu and grocery list for the week. | Photo via Kroger
We love the holidays, but after all the gift buying, calendar planning, and party hosting, it’s normal to be feeling some major decision fatigue. And when the decision-making energy is zapped, there’s one question no one wants to deal with: “What’s for dinner?”

To help you work smarter, not harder in 2023, here’s a list of go-to, easy-to-make, healthy recipes from Kroger. Pro tip: Read now and bookmark for later. 💡
  1. Ancho Chile Chicken | This tasty chicken dish features a few simple ingredients: all-natural chicken thighs, ancho chile powder, cumin, and cilantro.
  2. Chicken Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles | Shake (and lighten) up your typical pasta night with spiraled zucchini noodles.
  3. Brussels Sprouts and Chickpea Stuffed Sweet Potatoes | This savory, plant-based meal is packed with protein and perfect for Meatless Monday.
  4. Truffle Grilled Cheese and Tomato Sandwich | Take your grilled cheese up a notch with gouda, tomato, and porcini truffle finishing sauce.
  5. Sun-Dried Tomato and Gnocchi | This restaurant-quality gnocchi dish gets its flavor from baby Bella mushrooms, Asiago cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes.*
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Weather
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Sports
  • Lexington Sporting Club has inked its first player for the upcoming inaugural season — Kaelon Fox. Fox, a Louisville native, played for USL League One FC Tucson and was named the club’s “Player of the Year” in 2021. Lexington SC’s home opener is scheduled for Saturday, April 8. ⚽
Community
  • This Sunday, Jan. 15 is the last day to recycle your holiday lights at these 12 convenient locations citywide. So far, 1,400 pounds of lights have been collected. If you miss the deadline, don’t fret, you can drop off your lights and other electronics year-round at Electronics Recycling Center, 1306 Versailles Rd.
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  • $1.489 million. That’s the price tag for this six-bedroom, six-bathroom historic home located at 467 W. Second St. Built in 1843, this property features a three-car garage, a staircase bar, an expansive front porch, and 14-ft ceilings. 🏠 (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Plan Ahead
  • Mark your calendars for Friday, Feb. 10 for Henry Dry Goods’ ultimate girls’ night out — Dine + Design Galentine’s Fête. Enjoy a gourmet spread, live music, a photo booth, and Champagne galore while you design your choice of a weekender bag, sweatshirt, or jogger set. Secure your spot. 🍾
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  • Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTCS) has been awarded a $4.5 million grant from the US Department of Labor. BCTCS will team up with UK HealthCare and the UK Area Health Education Center to reduce equity gaps in educational and workforce pipelines while working to improve healthcare sector diversity. 🎓 (The Lane Report)
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Molly.

Editor’s pick: Happy National Houseplant Awareness Day, Lexington. I’m not going to lie, I’m not the best at keeping plants alive, which is why I was excited to see The Kentucky Castle’s Lunch & Learn Series for Thursday, Jan. 26 — How to Keep Houseplants Happy + Healthy During Winter.

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