Mocktails
Sorry, Diet Coke, your days as the go-to for booze-free bar-goers are over. Wildly creative, zero-proof cocktails are on the menus at Indy’s best restaurants and bars as more and more drinkers decide alcohol isn’t necessary for a spirited night out.
Written by Eve Batey | Photos by Tony Valainis
Dry Idea
Life might feel more stressful than ever, but people are definitely drinking less. We talked to some of Indy’s busiest bartenders to determine why that is—and how they’re adapting.
Are Mocktails Worth The Buzz?
Some consumers balk at a booze-free drink that costs as much as one with alcohol. Here’s why that thinking misses the mark.
Zeroproof Cocktails That Cut The Sweet
Most alcohol-free cocktails are made with sweet-tasting syrups and juices, but those who prefer tart, bitter, or savory drinks have a growing range of options.
DIY Dry With Mixo Indy
Zero-proof Lambrusco and alcohol-free coffee liqueur make for a bold and sophisticated drink that you can make at home.