Discover Syracuse's finest mocktails for Dry January! Sip in style with non-alcoholic delights at top-notch spots. Cheers to flavor without compromise! If you happen to check any of these places out for a mocktail, be sure to tag us on social media or use the hashtag #VisitSyr for a chance to be featured on our socials. Cheers to 2026!

 

443 Social Club and Lounge

This eclectic live music venue is located in the historic Hawley Green neighborhood of Syracuse. With a multitude of live events that include music, crafting and other social engagements, check their schedule and plan a night with friends. Looking to be dry all the time? Not a problem, The 443 always offers an extensive mocktail list at this 18+ older event space. Try their Spicy Mock Margarita, Apple Mock Mule, Chili Lime Pineapple Fizz, or any of their other ones. They also offer N/A beer, juice, and of course, bottled water.

 

Coppertop Tavern

While you're getting dinner at one of Coppertop's locations, either in Camillus, Dewitt or North Syracuse, indulge in a zero-proof cocktail. Enjoy a Strawberry Basil Spritz with strawberries muddled with basil, lemonade and seltzer with a lemon. Try a Raspberry Mockmule, which includes ginger beer, fresh lime juice and raspberry simple syrup. For something a little sour and sweet, the Lemon Dream is lemonade shaken with sweetened condensed milk.

 

Emerald Cocktail Kitchen

Sitting at the foot of Tipperary Hill is Syracuse, New York's first rooftop bar. With 3 different vibes on three different floors, the ECK offers food and beverages for everyone’s palate. Check out their socials for weekly drink drops. This January, stop into their speakeasy and enjoy their Chocolate Espresso N/A Martini made with espresso, chocolate, cream, vanilla-mascarpone whipped cream, caramelized sugar, or their Ornament NA Spritz, which includes orange zest syrup, cranberry, orange, and Sprite. 

 

The Krebs

Located in Skaneateles, The Krebs is a high-end dining establishment fit for any special occasion or just a nice moment together. While their sign hanging outside their restaurant may read ‘Cocktails’, this month, check out their ‘Taking It Easy’ menu and try a mocktail while you’re out for dinner or on that special date. The Ginger 75 or Something Lite for that perfect drink that you can feel guilt-free while you kick off 2026.

 

Meier's Creek Brewery & Taproom

At their flagship location in Cazenovia, NY, Meier's Creek Brewery & Taproom is also celebrating the month of Dry January! Enjoy a specialty cocktail without compromising on your goals! They will be offering Sober Sunrise - grenadine, orange juice, and pineapple juice, No-Kick Mule - apple cider, ginger beer, and lime juice with a cinnamon-sugar rim, and Winter Mock-arita - Cranberry juice, apple cider, lime juice, sour mix, and a splash of Sprite. Who says going dry can't be yummy?

 

Pausa Coffee Co.

In Hanover Square, this coffee shop by day turns into a spot to hang out in the evening with drinks, small plates, and desserts. Their mocktails include Lavender Letters with lavender tea, lemon, agave, and sparkling water. For another fun flavor profile, order a Pom-Mint Spritz, which features pomegranate juice, fresh mint, lime, and soda water. On January 22, 2026, stop in anytime from 4-10 pm to learn how to make your own mocktails at Pausa.

 

Willow Rock Brewing Company

Participating in Dry January, and still want to hang out with your friends at a brewery? Willow Rock offers Non-Alcoholic brews for those who choose not to drink. Choose between Partake Brewing or Athletic Brewing Co for a canned beverage or ask your bartender if they can make a mocktail for you if you'd like something a little more fun to sip on.

 

Crazy Daisies

Maybe not for Dry January since they reopen in February; however, Crazy Daisies Garden and Cafe offer a fun and unique experience for all those who wander in. Regardless of whether you’re just dry for the month or you prefer your flights with no alcohol, this cafe has all you could ever want. With a locally grown food and drink menu, they actually offer a complete mocktail flight you can get throughout the year. Be on the lookout for their upcoming winter mocktail release!

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