5 Ways to Quench Your Thirst for 'Dry January'

Cutting out alcohol in January? Here are some great products you can use to replace your favorite drinks.

After eating and drinking excessively during the winter holidays, most people need to give their bodies a break. "Dry January" is a tradition that started in the U.K. to encourage people to give up alcohol in the month of January. The tradition caught on in the U.S., and a growing number of Americans are abstaining from alcohol in January.

Thanks to a growing inventory of alcohol-free wines, beer, and liquor, you can still enjoy a cocktail or two while sticking to your resolutions. From alcohol-free wine to cocktails in a can, there is something for every palate and every situation. Because the products do not contain alcohol, you can easily find them in a nearby store or have them shipped to your home.

Ritual Zero Proof Tequila

One of the lacking categories in the alcohol-free segment has been liquor. Ritual Proof has developed a line of alcohol-free liquors that are sugar-free and calorie-free, making it possible to make non-alcoholic versions of popular mixed cocktails. Ritual Proof Tequila is perfect for making Margaritas and Palomas, adding a smoky, lush flavor to your cocktail. Because it's not liquor, you can find it at grocery stores, drug stores, and even Amazon. The brand also has gin, whiskey, and rum, which run around $26.99 for a 750 ml bottle.

Roxie Cocktail in a Can

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Feel like having a cocktail but don’t feel like mixing one up? Roxie has you covered. Inspired by the craft cocktail trend, this low-calorie cocktail in a can allows you to enjoy something decadent without drinking alcohol. Roxie comes in three tropical-themed flavors; Ripe with Passionfruit, Forbidden Pineapple, and Lost in Mango. Each can have only 90 calories and is available in a single flavor or a variety of multi-packs.

RationAle Brews

RationAle has a great range of non-alcohol craft brews that are sure to keep you satisfied beyond Dry January. The San Diego-based brewery makes three IPAs and a Mexican Lager, making it possible for you to enjoy dupes of your favorite craft beers. Now through January 31, use code BYFAB and get a free six-pack of RationAle brews when you buy one six-pack.

Ariel Cabernet Sauvignon

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If you’re missing a glass of red wine, there are some alcohol-free options. One of the most highly rated non-alcoholic reds is the Cabernet Sauvignon by Ariel. Oak-aged in California, it has notes of currants, black cherries, chocolate, and that dry finish common in cabernets. Priced at around $9, it’s an affordable substitute for traditional red wine.

St. Regis Spritz

White Lotus fans will love this alcohol-free version of the cocktail featured in Season 2 of HBO Max’s dark comedy series. The orange-flavored sparkling wine spritzer or "Aperol Spritz" is served up and down the Italian Rivera, and it's the perfect cocktail to drink outside in the sun. St. Regis has developed a non-alcoholic bottled spritz that you can share with friends and live out your White Lotus dreams. Lighten it up by topping it off with sparkling water or a diet tonic, $12.99 at Total Wine.