Dry January 2025 in Philly: Zero-Proof Drinks, All the Fun

Dry January 2025 is here, and Philadelphia’s bars and restaurants are kicking off the new year with an alcohol-free spin on happy hour. Notable spots around the city will highlight inventive zero-proof libations, mocktails, and discounts, encouraging everyone to join a post-holiday reset—without renouncing fun or flavor. From South Philadelphia to Manayunk, and from Old City to Fishtown, the adage “new year, new you” is being embraced by adding refreshing low- and no-alcohol options to menus, city-wide Dry January Happy Hours, and launching creative specialty beverages that rival their spirited counterparts.

Front Street Café introduces new zero-proof cocktails, including the Basil-Piña Whiskey Sour, Lavender-Blackberry G&T, and Rosemary Paloma, all priced at $12.

48 Record Bar features a winter menu with interesting N/A drinks like the Polyester Dinosaur, Wit or Witout, and Coconut Matcha Mojito, each priced at $12.

Grace and Proper introduces three rotating zero-proof cocktails, including Currant Trends (inspired by a smoky mezcal profile), Orange Blossom Fizz (a delightful riff on a Ramos Fizz), and Mockingbird (the non-alcoholic take on the house favorite, The Bird). Look for a special $7 zero-proof selection during happy hour every Wednesday and Thursday, 4 PM to 6 PM.

PJ Clarke’s at the Curtis steps up its mocktail game with creations like the Puttin’ on the Spritz (Ghia Aperitif, Vinada Sparkling Wine) and the Not-So Olde Fashioned (Lyre’s American Malt). Each zero-proof cocktail is normally $14 but discounted to $7 during the 5 PM to 7 PM happy hour in the bar, patio, or lounge areas.

Mamajuana Cafe Philly launches its very first line of zero-proof cocktails, making them half-priced ($6) during happy hour (Monday-Thursday, 4 PM to 6 PM). Check out the Tropical Eden (passion fruit, cucumber, lime, pear), Golden Breeze (pineapple, mango, lime, mint), and Berry Paradise (strawberry, basil, pineapple, coconut cream).

Mia Ragazza updates its offerings with new mocktails like the No Booze Tiramisu Espresso Martini, Pseudo Spritz, and Phony Negroni from St. Agrestis in Brooklyn. These normally range from $9 to $14 but drop to $8 during the 4 PM to 6 PM happy hour on weekdays.

SOMO partners with Wallace Dry Goods for a lineup of non-alcoholic craft spirits, featuring a Mezcal Margarita (Cut Above mezcal) and an Espresso Martini (ISH Caribbean spiced spirit), among others. Each retails at $14, giving Dry January observers a chance to explore high-end, spirit-free concoctions.

Bar Jawn highlights zero-proof cocktails all year round—during Dry January 2025, get Phony Negroni, Phony Mezcal Negroni, and more for half off from 4 PM to 6 PM, Wednesday to Friday.

Little Walter’s features a selection of zero-proof cocktails called “bezalkoholowe” which translates to “non-alcoholic,” such as Różowe Jabłko, Mleczarz, Zielarz, and Sadownik, priced between $6 and $8.

Craftsman Row Saloon celebrates with a seasonal Cranberry Mule featuring ginger beer, cranberry, lime, and mint, priced at $5 during Dry January Happy Hour (Wednesday-Friday, 4 PM to 7 PM).

Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti leans into Dry January 2025 with a pair of rotating mocktails, such as Tempered Expectations and Sober Spritz, both available for $8 during the extended happy hour (Tuesday-Friday, 4 PM to 6 PM; Sunday, 4 PM to 6:30 PM). Beyond these specials, the menu includes Phony Negroni by St. Agrestis, non-alcoholic Peroni, and flavorful Fever Tree sparklings.

Bluebird Distilling offers spirit-free options for mindful drinkers, such as Flightless Bird, Just Chillin’, Chai Bella, and Forgotten Reveries, all priced at $7.

Char & Stave serves both traditional coffee and creative non-alcoholic beverages, including Espresso Tonic, Match “Mojito,” Espresso Y Amaro, and Barrel-Aged “Old Fashioned,” with prices ranging from $8 to $9.

Puttshack offers putters globally-inspired non alcoholic cocktails like N/A Spritz, H2NO Ranch Water, Cotton Candy Crush, and Passion Fruit Lemonade, priced from $8 to $10.

Red Owl Tavern has festive non-alcoholic options like Winter Remedy, Jingle All The Way, and Smoking Chimney, along with the ability to make craft cocktails alcohol-free with Lyre’s or Seed Lip spirits.

For those who prefer local breweries, Evil Genius Beer Company embraces mindful sipping year-round. In Dry January 2025, look for a house-made Blood Orange mocktail or Athletic Brewing Company’s non alcoholicIPA and Golden Ale.

Yards Brewing Company offers a non alcoholic Golden Ale, the Pom Kehoe (pomegranate, orange, lime), and the Berry Demure (blackberry, lemon, thyme) at $6 to $7 throughout the month.

Embracing inventive drink ideas, discounted happy hours, and zero-proof flavors, Philly’s bars and restaurants prove that Dry January doesn’t have to be dull. Whether you’re cutting back for health or simply seeking fresh tastes, these local establishments promise something for every palate—fun, flavor, and a toast to a vibrant new year, alcohol-free. Cheers to participating in Dry January 2025 and discovering your new go-to zero-proof drink all across town.

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Allan Lane

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