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Saturday, January 3, 2026 • 3 min read
Time to cut back
by Laura Williams
Time to cut back
by Laura Williams, Health Editor
Holiday cheer had you cheers-ing too much? Dry January is the time to clean up your act. Luckily, this good-for-you trend is easier than ever.
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Sub these buzzy NA options
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Water? It's a fantastic, albeit somewhat boring choice. Keep your Dry January more interesting with our top NA picks. We tried a total of 70 alcohol-free wines, beers and mocktails, and these proved most buzz-worthy:
Top it off with Tenneyson: This spicy non-alcoholic aperitif topped our list as the "best overall" zero-proof drink. Pour a double on the rocks and no one will even know you're eschewing hard spirits.
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Skipping your nightly glass of wine isn't just losing the alcohol; it's losing that moment at the end of the day when you tell your body, "OK, relax." You can still experience that feeling without embracing a buzz.
Serve your NA bevvie in a beautiful glass: I'm currently pregnant, which means no alcohol for me, but I'm serving up my nightly mix of sparkling water and pomegranate juice in these Mikasa goblets to make the moment feel more elevated.
Learn to mix your own mocktail: Expand your skills and invest in a mocktail recipe book to perfect your NA pour.
More New Year's health tips
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If staying on the wagon is proving to be difficult, you may just need a few healthy hobbies to help distract you from drinking. Grab these assists (and maybe a sober buddy) to keep your mind and body engaged when the bar scene is beckoning.
