How Was Your Dry July?

We didn’t notice much of an uptick, as we had with Sober October and Dry January, so maybe July wasn’t as much of a thing? Or maybe people are just out of town? Last night we were at a wonderful fundraiser for God’s Love We Deliver at the home of Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka, where an amazing menu of alcohol free beverages was offered.

We spotted Nathan Lane and chatted up old acquaintance Patrick McMullan but were disappointed that Murray Hill didn’t make an appearance and there wasn’t a drag queen in sight! Still, it was a lovely evening! And we wondered if perhaps the Valentine’s Day visit was had from the celeb couple had been recon for the party, as they’d had loads of questions.

We’ve received more great press, appearing in Wine Enthusiast and hosting a shoot for Bravo’s Summer House sober star Carl Radke and his fiancee Lindsay Hubbard. We’ll be online in NatGeo soon, too! Come by for a visit and see what all the excitement is about! Well, it really isn’t all that exciting. JUST a comfortable atmosphere for those who prefer a 100% alcohol free experience! Enjoy the rest of your Summer, everyone!

Update: Additional Press Links

Dry January may be over but we’re still being featured in some great articles! Here’s an exhaustive listing, with new press added to the previous list. If you haven’t been by to visit us, why not? We’re “weird and witchy!”

Alcohol Free Bevys 9/1/2023 Best Alcohol Free Bars in New York City

Spoon University 8/3/23 Sober Bars & Booze-Free Events Are On the Rise — So I Went to One

Let’s Eat Cake 4/6/23 10 Non-Alcoholic Bars Around The World For Your Sober Curious Lifestyle

Food Network 4/5/23 7 Expert Tips for Making Really Good Mocktails

The New York Times 3/15/2023 St. Patrick’s Day Is Sobering Up

The Takeaway/NPR 3/9/23 (Scroll to find the headline) What’s Behind the Rise of Sober Bars?

Wander with Wonder 3/3/23 Drinking at Hekate, New York City’s First Sober Bar

Liquor.com 3/3/23 The Hard Business of Non-Alcoholic Bars

NewsMax National Report 1/19/23 NYC Café Offers Non-Alcoholic Cocktails

CNN This Morning 1/17/23 'Sober bar' owner says she's struggling to meet unprecedented demands

HobNob 1/23 Dry January Inspiration: Things To Do in NYC That Have Nothing To Do With Consuming Alcohol

The New York Times 1/16/23 Dry for January? New Bars Cater to the ‘Sober Curious’

PIX11 1/16/23 Dry January, alcohol-free events gaining popularity in New York City

Insider 1/13/23 I went to an alcohol-free bar in NYC, and everything from the delicious drinks to the magical vibe blew me away

6sqft 1/13/23 5 NYC spots to keep you on track this dry January

AMNY/The Villager1/11/23 Abby Ehmann’s wild ride from x-rated publishing to running East Village bars

CBS Morning News: New Yorkers take part in “Sober October” to drink less and live healthier

ABC Spain (print): Borrachera ‘Sin"‘ en Nueva York

Thrillist: Nine Exciting New Restaurants to Try in NYC This Weekend

TimeOut: A Sober Dive Bar Has Just Opened in the East Village

Infatuation New York: 20 NYC Bars Where You Can Meet New People

PIX11 News: Why One East Village Bar is Operating Without Booze

Yahoo! Life: Booze-free bars? Why Some Restaurants and Bars Are Taking Alcohol Off the Menu

Yahoo! Life: Summer Mocktail Ideas and Recipes Perfect for Booze-Free Fun in the Sun

SecretNYC: East Village Dive, Hekate, Joins New Wave Of Sober Bars

Food & Wine: NYC's First Sober Dive Bar Is a Very Good Time

The Zoe Report: A Guide to Thanksgiving Sips, From Welcome Cocktails To Nightcaps

Gothamist: 11/24/23 How NYC Nightlife Is Getting in the Sober Spirit with Alcohol-free Bars

Coming In Like a Lion?

It seems like the weather — everywhere — has been pretty bizarre. Snow in LA, floods and tornadoes and blizzards, oh my! In NYC, we finally got our first snow and it was a very brief interlude. Now we’re headlong into March, the Vernal Equinox, and excited about Spring! We’re still getting great press, helping new visitors celebrate their soberversaries, sampling new products and booking exciting events. We’ve got some super fun stuff happening in the Summer, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves! For now, we’re happy to have longer days, emerging daffodils, warmer temperatures, and a thriving community! Thanks to all of YOU! So Happy March!