Embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle, especially during initiatives like Dry January, doesn’t have to mean sacrificing fun or flavor. Dry January offers a fresh start to the year, giving people an opportunity to take a break from alcohol while trying new things around Plano.
Dry January began in the UK in 2013 as a public health initiative launched by the non-profit organization Alcohol Change UK. Today, it has grown into a global movement embraced by participants worldwide. In 2023 alone, more than 175,000 participants joined the movement.
Here’s Local Profile’s curated list of where to find mocktails in Plano:
Earl’s
7401 Windrose Ave. D100, Plano
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Earl’s menu, inspired by global flavors and crafted with premium ingredients, pairs perfectly with expertly created cocktails and mocktails. Whether you're exploring sobriety, taking part in Dry January, or simply savoring a well-crafted drink, there’s something for everyone.
- Coconut mango cooler - Seedlip Spice, coconut, mango, basil, fresh lime, soda, bitters
- Pineapple cucumber mule - Ginger, pineapple bitters, passion fruit, cucumber, fresh lime, soda
- Italian spritz - Italian red bitter soda, passion fruit, orange, bitters, fresh lemon
- Picante margarita - Seedlip Notas de Agave, Seedlip Spice, smoky pepper, fresh lime
KAI
7301 Windrose Ave. c200, Plano
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Kai from Lombardi Family Concepts offers a very special experience — not only is the food fantastic, the mocktails and low-proof options offer something for everyone to enjoy every day of the year.
- Strawberry matcha collins - strawberry, lime, agave, matcha salt
- Taro of dreams - taro extract, honey, milk
- Persimmon spritz - persimmon cordial, citric acid, toasted almond bitters, sparkling water
Uchiko
7801 Windrose Ave. Suite H 150, Plano
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Uchiko from James Beard Award-winning chef Tyson Cole and Hai Hospitality, redefines the dining experience with its innovative approach to all things food. But, you may be surprised to find their selection of non-alcoholic beverages and mocktails, each complimenting the dishes of Uchiko.
- Akabanaa - ritual zero proof agave, hibiscus-lime agave, lime
- Mitsu mitsu - ritual zero proof gin, rosemary, yuzu honey
- Shokuzen - zero proof pinot noir, giffard aperitif, citrus oleo
- Tsuchi mule - feragaia zp spirit, yuzu, ginger beer
Haywire
5901 Winthrop St Ste 110, Plano
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Head to Haywire for a great meal and great mocktails. These drinks, served all year long, are not only non-alcoholic, they are delicious. Don’t see anything you like? No problem, just ask your bartender to mix something up alcohol free just for you. Mocktails include:
- Hibiscus haze - hibiscus, prickly pear, lemon, simple syrup, Lady Bird Tonic
- Lady bird - grapefruit, pineapple, cranberry, guava, Lady Bird Grapefruit Soda
- Mojito refresher - lemon, pineapple, cucumber, mint, agave, ginger ale
Sixty Vines
3701 Dallas Pkwy, Plano
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White Sixty Vines does in fact have 60 wines on tap, it also has refreshing mocktails and non-alcoholic wines. While Sixty Vines can serve up mocktails upon request throughout the year, these options are limited time through January. Mocktails include:
- Bright side - Blood orange juice, Jack Rudy tonic syrup, lemon, Fever-Tree club soda
- Garden spritz - Seedlip Garden 108, honey, lime, mint, Fever-Tree ginger ale
- Missing thorn sparkling rose - By famed Winemaker Aaron Pott of Quintessa, this rosé has a fresh bouquet of ripe boysenberries, strawberries and red cherries
- Oddbird GSM - Bold and juicy non-alcoholic red wine. Jammy blackberries and dried cherries balanced by gentle acidity
- Oddbird presence - 100% organic white wine made by blending unique grape varieties from Alsace and South of France
Whiskey Moon
6007 Legacy Dr, Plano
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Head to Legacy West’s Renaissance hotel for a variety of unique mocktails that truly taste like the real thing. From refreshing tropical drinks to more sophisticated cocktails, Whiskey Moon has it all. Mocktails include:
- Sans margarita - Ritual zero tequila, lyre's orange sec, lime, agave
- Nopaloma - Ritual zero tequila, lime, fever-tree grapefruit, soda
- Sour hour - Ritual zero whiskey, lemon, angostura bitters
- Coconut limeade - Coconut, pineapple, lime, soda water
Whiskey Cake
3601 Dallas Pkwy, Plano
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Whiskey Cake is keeping Dry January bold and buzz-free with a lineup of zero-proof cocktails — a great way to celebrate the new year with flavor and style. While Whiskey Cake can make mocktails upon request throughout the year, these options are limited time through January. Mocktails include:
- Thorns and roses - Ritual Zero-Proof Tequila, guava, jalapeño, lime, simple
- Ruby slippers - strawberry, basil, agave, lemon
- Green thumb - Ritual Zero-Proof Gin, cucumber, lemon-fresno cordial, lime
- Hulk - cucumber, basil, pineapple, lemon, local honey, soda
- Jessica wabbit - Local mint, carrot, lime, pineapple, pineapple-ginger simple, Fever-Tree ginger beer
- P.T.O. - Ritual Zero-Proof Rum, Coco Real, pineapple, agave, lemon, soda water
Voodoo Brewing Co.
1001 14th St #500, Plano
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This brewery is all about passion and dedication to brewing exceptional beer, but they also offer a wide selection of incredible mocktails to enjoy any time of the year. Mocktails include:
- Strawberry paloma mocktail - Liquid Death severed lime, strawberry, grapefruit, lime, antioxidant-rich dragon fruit powder
- Blackberry peach lemonade mocktail - Lemonade infused with blackberry, peach and butterfly powder
- Passionfruit Mule Mocktail - Passionfruit, ginger beer, lime, vitamin-rich turmeric
- Pear Mojito Mocktail - Liquid Death severed lime, pear, fresh mint, lime
Legacy Hall
7800 Windrose Ave., Plano
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The main bar, located on the first floor of the food hall, serves a variety of classic and craft cocktails. Conveniently situated near the Lexus Box Garden and surrounded by eateries, it’s the ideal place to kick off your evening. Mocktails include:
- Tropical dreams – Watermelon concentrate, simple syrup, lime juice, mint, pineapple juice
- Botanical garden – Tamarind juice, cinnamon simple syrup, lime juice, basil, ginger beer
- Blue Moon N/A - A refreshing non-alcoholic Belgian-style wheat brew, crafted with Valencia orange peel, coriander
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