Dry January in Detroit is the peace of mind to the dramatic highs of New Year’s Eve. The traditional ways of partying are being altered for the better for various reasons. Dry January has loose origins, but it’s essentially a New Year’s resolution that encourages individuals to take on the challenge of not drinking for one month — staying “dry” through January.
Dry January doesn’t mean skipping the social scene, especially in Detroit. Each of these bar spaces offer creative, thoughtfully crafted mocktails alongside their full menus. Check out the tips and tricks to succeed in your Dry January participation along with your best buds. Dry January can be playful as much as it is serious, especially with the fun NA drink names. Winter festivities & specials are happening all around. Take a look at what unique event is happening at the end of this month by reading through this list for Dry January in Detroit.
Detroitisit rounded up a list of spots for Dry January in Detroit to welcome in a new year. Not to mention, assist everyone along the way as we look for better alternatives to our drinking consumption. These menu options and more throughout Michigan have expert flavor fusions to intrigue all who are open to trying. Keep these in mind as you celebrate New Year’s Eve in Detroit and start the year off with your liver thanking you.
THE CONSERVATORY INTERIOR, PHOTO VVK PR
THE CONSERVATORY
Dry January in Detroit has got you covered if you’re looking for “where to go in Detroit” while also being conscious of not consuming alcohol. The Conservatory is not-to-be missed on this list for an adventurous Dry January in Detroit! Attached to the AC Hotel Detroit at the Bonstelle, The Conservatory is a fully glass-enclosed space bathed in sunlight by day and darkly inviting by night. Known for bold flavors and shareable plates, the menu extends the same care and creativity to its zero-proof offerings. Mocktails include: Espresso No-Tini (Spiritless Espresso Martini, fresh espresso, and vanilla simple), That’s Amore (Lyre’s Italian Spritz, Fever Tree Club Soda, and Lyre’s Classico Sparkling), Strait of Gibraltar, “Once Bitten, Twice Shy”, and Almeria. Click HERE to view the website for more information.
Location: 3444 Woodward Ave, Detroit
THE MONARCH CLUB ROOFTOP LOUNGE, PHTO VVK PR
THE MONARCH CLUB
This list of local spots for Dry January in Detroit gives you a moment to read through your favorite places and menus with more intention before an impulsive night out of ordering drinks.
Detroit’s iconic rooftop lounge brings elevated flavor to its alcohol-free menu, with mocktails like the Spicy Maracuya, Fruity Tizana, Orinoco Dream, Wake Me Up, and Root Chakra. Let The Monarch Club persuade you on how indulgent Dry January can feel. Click HERE to view the website for more information.
Location: 33 John R. St., Detroit
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THE LIBRARY BAR
Dry January in Detroit is inviting locals to get comfortable and make their dining experience a little more cozy inside some of the best Detroit hotel bars. Located inside the Hotel David Whitney, The Library Bar offers a cozy, refined setting with custom zero-proof options made using house-made syrups, verjus, and soda, as well as elevated non-alcoholic versions of classic cocktails. Click HERE to view the Detroit Club website for more information on The Library and to book now.
Location: 712 Cass Ave., Detroit
“DRY JANUARY BARTENDAR CONTEST” AT STANDBY DETROIT
Tuesday, January 20 starting at 6:00 pm
Dry January in Detroit this upcoming new year will end the month of January off with a bang. Secure your spot now for this limited standing room, free event held at Standby Detroit for this one-of-a-kind “Dry January Bartender Contest!” Join the Little Saints team, local bartenders & industry folk for an evening of Little Saints low & No abv cocktails. The event features bartenders published in our “The Little Guide to no & low-alcohol cocktails book. Meet & Mingle with Megan Klein, Detroit-born founder of Little Saints. Click HERE to view the event page for more information on how to participate and attend.
Location: Standby225 Gratiot Avenue, Detroit
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