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Crushin’ it on this JUST A MERRY MOCKTAIL MONDAY! Have you ever received a drink and immediately think… “Ooooo, they got that Good Ice…” or you’re looking to make a #boozefreetiki alternative to some classic Tiki Cocktails and notice it calls for Crushed Ice?? Maybe you’re like me and the mercy of the Grocery Store for your ice (with the exception of all the glorious ice cube trays…) Well, grabbing a Lewis Bag and a Mallet will make your crushed ice dreams come true as little as ONE, TWO, IT’S HAMMER TIME! There are a few other methods for achieving…

Honey, You’re the bee’s knees… Simple syrups are fun and easy to make. You can have a variety of different flavors and combinations. Switch up the sweetener used to make your syrups and sometimes you may want to use Honey! On this Just a Merry Mocktail Monday, let’s have some fun making a fresh Ginger Honey Syrup!! Using a 1:1:1 ratio combine water, freshly grated organic ginger, and organic honey into a saucepan and turn on low heat. After about 10 to 15 minutes on a super low temp, remove from heat and let the ginger steep with the honey…

As seen on CBS, FOX, and NBC. POP Buchanan is the creative director, and founder of the Sober is Dope podcast company. POP Buchanan is a holistic mindset coach, lyricist, meditation expert, prayer consultant, and nutrition coach. POP’s #1 goal is to help people heal from trauma, toxic lifestyles, and harmful addictions. POP Buchanan is a 41-year-old Creative from Brooklyn, NY. He lost his father when he was 13 years old from a heart attack. POP grew up interested in music, martial arts, esoteric spirituality, poetry, God, and love. He writes poetry and considers himself an idea machine. POP struggled…

Mocktails Out In The Wild!!Let’s chat about going out and having Alcohol Free experiences!! The non-alcoholic industry is booming and that wouldn’t be happening if there was no demand for it. Companies make products people want. And we, people, want nonalcoholic drinks! Of course, making Mocktails at home is fun and creative but sometimes going out for celebratory or social purposes is a blast! Fortunately, there are places like Kindred Spirit and Ocean Beach Café that are designed and dedicated to non-alcoholic experiences! The world is catching on but it will only catch on if we ask them for it!…

Rhubarb Ribbons!!
Let’s play around with some Rhubarb Stalks, on this Just a Merry Mocktail Monday!!

Are you looking to level up on your DIY at-home mocktail making skills? I’ve said before and I will say it again…garnishes will take your Mocktail experience up a notch. You taste with your eyes first….After that, comes smell. Garnishes help in both of these areas. As pretty and intricate as some garnishes may be, sometimes just a little added fruit can make it feel just a little bit more special. Maybe you have a brunch to host? Maybe a friend you haven’t seen in awhile is coming over? There are lots of reasons why you’d want to serve several…

Lately, my husband and I have been having a tough time with our toddler son. He’s very routine-oriented and if something throws that off, a meltdown ensues. He doesn’t like to hear the word “no” (who does), and sometimes he has a hard time with transitions if they’re not his idea. He’s only doing these behaviors at home. His daycare provider whom we love so much said that he “has his moments” but for the most part, he’s fine. This tells me that it’s not anything we need to worry about, but we need to figure out how to get…

On this Just A Merry Mocktail Monday, I’d like to walk you through my at-home zero proof mocktail recipe book library and share some tips on how to ensure your DIY mocktail making game is strong.

TikTok and Recovery Videos are a trend that is here to stay. People have been sharing their stories of recovery, celebrating milestones, and even cheering on others on the path to recovery. Adding hashtags like #sober, #mentalhealthawareness, #soberlife, and #wesobernow, these users have taken to the airwaves of TikTok en mass, and in the process are destigmatizing sobriety.

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On this Just A Merry Mocktail Monday, I’d like to walk you through a new method of making a home floral syrups! Do you like floral syrup?Did you like Rose Syrup?Would you like to try something new!? Before, we used a ready to go, organic, edible flower situation…. but since these lilacs were foraged from my Grandma Rosa’s backyard, the safe thing is to boil the flowers and make a tea first so the petals don’t sit in with the sugar causing possible bacteria growth. The ratio is still the same when making the syrup. You will use one part…

This is the space for stories of sobriety journeys. After removing drugs and alcohol, many addicts discover new talents, abilities and forms of self-expression.

The Creative Sober is a community of sober and sober-curious creatives looking to connect with others who are navigating sobriety, health, and spiritual awareness. The foundation of the Creative Sober is our stories and keeping an open mind towards recovery. Creative expression is a fundamental part of what we put into the world. It takes real courage to share it this with others.

On this Just a Merry Mocktail Monday, you can learn how to care for your at-home alcohol-free goods. With the Non-Alc world growing exponentially, it’s easy to pile up all the good stuff. In order to keep your goods nice and fresh, always make sure to check the label (or the brand’s website) for optimal storage. Some ingredients are super fresh or contain elements that are not shelf-stable at room temperature. So, be careful after opening it and handle it with care! Also, you may want to use a pour spout for effortless pours, accuracy, or esthetic, but (especially with…

Addiction, Love, and Life. Addiction and life nearly tore them apart, but love held them together. Dr. Cali and Tim Estes have a marriage that is stronger than ever, but that Strength was bought at a price. Tim, a musician who never really had a problem with drugs, suddenly finds himself in the grip of heroin addiction. It’s affecting his life, his work, and especially his marriage.  Cali, who married the man of her dreams, suddenly finds herself “married to a junkie.” A tough gal from Pottstown, Pennsylvania, Cali isn’t about to give up without a fight. No matter how hard…

On this Just a Merry Mocktail Monday, you can learn how to make an alcohol-free Mojito. Or perhaps you’ll want to call it a No-jito!

Hey all! This is my first blog for The Sober Curator and I am so excited I could scream! So excited in fact that I spent DAYS trying to decide what to write about first. I made a list of ideas and I asked several people what they thought I should write about. I brainstormed for the perfect topic, and then I couldn’t decide where to start! I do this kind of thing often and it drives my husband bonkers. Why am I the way that I am? I put a lot of pressure on myself to be perfect at…

On this Just a Merry Mocktail Monday, let’s chat about juice! Is it worth the squeeze? What if I told you that you don’t need a juicer to get fresh and amazing juice!

This year for Just 4/24 we had the most incredible lineup of speakers. ICYMI, we have broken down our Live-A-Thon to bring you bite-sized playbacks of the most fun sober party of the year.

On this Just a Merry Mocktail Monday, let’s chat about dehydrated fruit! How about a little garnish prep that, if stored properly, will last you a super long time? There are two methods you can do. First, being the obvious and using a food dehydrator. However, if you don’t have one, you’re not lucked out! You can use your oven! Just be sure to prop it open just a bit . I just wedge a wooden mixing spoon in the door and it works just fine! Although it may seem time consuming, having garnishes already prepped makes not having fresh…

Mocktail Monday FOR ALL! Sure mixing up Mocktails is a lot of fun but regardless of the WHY (not a lot of extra time, ran out of an ingredient, or just wanna keep it simple), the ready to drink options in the NonAlc World are Mind-Blowingly Amazing!- The only problem you may run into is selecting which one!!! (Or maybe selecting them all and having to get a separate Non-Alc Fridge to fit it all!) 🏻‍♀️)If you’re looking for Alcohol-Free, Low/No Sugar, PreMixed, Packaged with Flavor, Good for the Gut, Spiked with adaptogens … there’s something out there for you!…

Just 4/24 is a cyber celebration for anyone who would like to have a booze-free blast for 24 hours.

On this Just A Merry Mocktail Monday, we’ll go over sustainability tips that are oh-so-tasty. Have you made your own floral simple syrup? After you strain your flowers/herbs from your syrup liquid don’t throw away anything just yet!

#JUST424 is a virtual event and viral social media campaign to show your support for the recovery community. Nik Popkow, Founder of Tonix Mocktails and Sober Curator, is mixing up the berry best that you can easily DIY at home.

On this Just A Merry Mocktail Monday, we’ll go over the pros and cons over homemade syrups or store bought options.

Are you looking to optimize your morning routine? Check out what our friends from unwstd., our partners and Sober Curators of Sydney, Australia have to share about making the most of your mornings.

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In Winning Against All Odds, by Kevin Parker, you will discover the secret to unlocking the true warrior within. If you can turn your biggest weakness into your greatest strength, you will become truly unstoppable.

Shake it, Don’t Break it!
Barware… Bar tools… What do you use to shake up your tasty NonAlc Bevies? On this Just a Merry Mocktail Monday, let’s chat SHAKERS!

What is Crème De Coconut? Well, it’s a thick and creamy, sweet ingredient commonly used in a variety of Tiki Drinks including the famous Piña Colada! Did you know Crème De Coconut is extremely simple to make? This recipe will take your Tiki Creations to a tasty new level. On this Just a Merry Mocktail Monday, I will take you step by step! Easy as 1, 2, 3!🥥Homemade Crème De Coconut🥥 Sober Curator 🛒 Shopping Tip: An organic can of coconut milk in the baking aisle is less expensive than a can in the imported aisle. Sober Curator Wellness Tip:…