Senior Sober Curator contributor Anne Marie Cribbin takes a smart, funny look at the internet’s summer obsession with cold drinks, from Watertok and flavored waters to zero-effort mocktails, iced coffee rituals, and craft non-alcoholic drink creators. More than a trend, these drinks offer a small daily ritual that feels refreshing, personal, and entirely hangover-free.
Bringing non-alcoholic drinks to a party does not have to be awkward. The trick is to make NA options cold, visible, adult, and easy to serve, whether that means non-alcoholic beer, sparkling drinks, canned spritzes, or a solid ginger beer in the cooler.
There is a very specific hour of the day that belongs to the sober person. It’s somewhere between 5 and…
If your idea of “mixology” involves adaptogens, herbal syrups, and a crystal glass instead of a cocktail shaker, Blair Horton’s…
If you’ve ever walked into a bar and felt that awkward thud in your chest—the one that says you don’t belong here just because you’re not drinking—you’re not alone.…
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In a world where social gatherings often still revolve around alcohol, Liisa Ladouceur’s Sober Toronto: A Guide to the City’s…
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Times Square is the pulsating heart of New York City—neon lights, Broadway magic, and the constant rhythm of the city…
Craft alcohol-free recipes are having a moment and we are here for it. We’ve spent too many years sipping on lemon water or coffee at holiday gatherings. Hello! We’re sober but we are far from being boring.
The spotlight on zero-proof beverage creations in Minnesota continues to illuminate a burgeoning trend that shows no signs of fading. …
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In the summer of 2004, I left two restaurant jobs and moved across the country with my ex. We both…
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Is it getting cold outside? Wanting to heat things up? Grab your crock pot and let’s get to the kitchen!…
Ritual Rum Alternative tastes like warm vanilla, toasted spice, and the velvety decadence of a dark rum. This is not going to be the Rum & Coke you remember from your drinking days.
A look at the documentary about the life and death one of the world’s greatest story tellers through the lens of addiction and recovery.
Pay it forward and learn to cook like a Celebrity Chef with Cooking at Home Through the Seasons. Proceeds benefit Dallas 24 Hour Club, sober transitional living for men and women seeking a brand new life.
Rhubarb Ribbons!!
Let’s play around with some Rhubarb Stalks, on this Just a Merry Mocktail Monday!!
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.
On this Just A Merry Mocktail Monday, I’d like to walk you through a new method of making a home…
It’s Happy Every Hour somewhere and today we are featuring Three Spirit Social Elixir. Three Spirit products are alcohol-free and…
Happy Every Hour brings you the 411 on the Spirit of Tequila from Free Spirits. Made in the spirit of…
The Better Without App claims to be a place for happy drinkers. We took the app for a test drive and we’ll let you know what you can expect. The world’s first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks. Inspiring those who are sober-curious or not drinking at all.
On this Just A Merry Mocktail Monday, we’ll go over the pros and cons over homemade syrups or store bought options.
