Answer: Mocktails
Clues: “Drink” and “Dry”
Dry January is becoming a social phenomenon, with more people embracing the challenge of cutting out alcohol for the month.
Until recently, going sober in January often meant skipping nights out with friends, as the social scene lacked enticing alternatives. Enter the rise of mocktails: sophisticated, non-alcoholic drinks that are redefining how we socialize. Fueled by a growing focus on health and wellness and a shift toward mindful drinking—especially among younger generations—mocktails are no longer an afterthought. They’re stylish, flavorful, and increasingly seen as a “cool” choice in social settings. This shift has transformed bars and clubs across America, where creative, non-alcoholic options are taking center stage.
Wealth of Geeks recently carried out a survey of 3,000 respondents to identify the top bars across the country for mocktail drinking in January.
4 Wisconsin bars were ranked among top spots for Dry January mocktails (# national position):
#87 Blind Shot Social Club, Madison
Blind Shot Social Club in Madison combines a hip neighborhood vibe with unique attractions like a golf simulator, delectable food, and vibrant drinks. Their mocktail menu shines with offerings like The Clio, featuring ISH London Dry Botanical, Giesen 0% Sauvignon Blanc, cocktail onion, and an olive, or the Pink Cloud, a delightful mix of Lyre’s Pink Gin, watermelon, orgeat, and lemon.
#148 Foundation Bar, Milwaukee
Foundation, a Tiki bar in Milwaukee, enchants visitors with its exotic ambiance and creative non-alcoholic cocktails. Favorites include the Lei Cooler, a refreshing mix of grapefruit, rose water, pomegranate, lime, and seltzer, and the Tiki Garden, a tropical blend of cinnamon, pineapple, grapefruit, and lime. Guests often find themselves longing to return for more of the magical experience.
#179 Inmoxicated, Racine
Inmoxicated redefines nightlife with its alcohol-free beverage shop and SoBar concept. Providing a space for connection without alcohol, they offer a robust selection of mocktails and non-alcoholic drinks under their “No Regrets Night Life” philosophy.
#217 Sante Wine Bar & Bistro, Neenah
Sante Wine Bar & Bistro in Neenah invites guests to unwind in a cozy, friendly atmosphere while savoring charcuterie boards and small plates. Their Zero Cocktail menu is a standout, featuring creations like the Rhuby, blending Lyre’s Non-Alcoholic Pink London “Gin,” strawberry, rhubarb, NA aperitivo, and lemon, or the Free Bird, crafted with Lyre’s “rum,” passionfruit, orgeat, NA aperitivo, and lime. A visit here is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Infographic showing America’s top spots for January mocktail drinking Survey Reveals: Top 225 Bars for Dry January Mocktails [2025] – Wealth of Geeks