News Summary
As Dry January gains popularity, restaurants in Columbia, SC are enhancing their menus with a variety of mocktails and non-alcoholic beverages. From refreshing Cucumber Mint Fizz at Hampton Street Vineyard to the aromatic Lavender-Lemon Fizz at Moa Korean BBQ, establishments are catering to the growing demand for alcohol-free options. Unique ingredients and creative blends are reshaping the dining experience, allowing patrons to enjoy flavorful drinks while taking a break from alcohol. This trend not only promotes wellness but also showcases the culinary creativity emerging in Columbia’s vibrant restaurant scene.
Columbia, SC Restaurants Embrace Mocktails and Non-Alcoholic Options as Dry January Takes Off
In the heart of Columbia, South Carolina, an exciting trend is bubbling up as the month of January rolls around. With *Dry January* now a popular challenge among many looking to take a break from alcohol after the festive season, restaurants throughout the city are stepping up their game by featuring a delightful array of mocktails and non-alcoholic options on their menus!
Sip on Something Sweet
One culinary gem in the city, Hampton Street Vineyard, has gotten quite creative with their mocktails, serving refreshing concoctions that tantalize the taste buds. Guests can enjoy vibrant drinks like the Cucumber Mint Fizz or dive into unique sodas such as the *Beet Ginger* and *Hibiscus Lemonade*. Throughout the year, this restaurant proudly includes up to six mouthwatering mocktails, featuring standouts like a house-made cucumber puree mocktail that sings of summer vibes.
Feeling adventurous? They even offer THC Delta-9 seltzers for those looking for something a little different but still on the lighter side of the beverage spectrum.
The Creative Cocktails on Columbia’s Menu
It’s not just Hampton Street Vineyard getting in on the fun. Restaurants across Columbia are adding mocktails to their drink line-up, catering to the growing demand for non-alcoholic choices. Take Moa Korean BBQ, for instance, where you can sip on the aromatic Lavender-Lemon Fizz or indulge in the refreshing flavor combination of carrot juice, orange juice, ginger honey syrup, and ginger beer in their Ginger mocktail.
Meanwhile, Kao Thai is delighting patrons with three imaginative mocktails, one of which is the *Lumpini Lotus*, crafted using fragrant jasmine tea, while Bird’s Eye View adds a kick to the menu with their spicy option made from hibiscus syrup and Thai chili.
A Toast to the Non-Alcoholic Crowd
It gets even better with the offerings at various Pan-Asian spots throughout The Vista, including two standout mocktails named Apple Blossom, which combines the delightful taste of apple cinnamon tea, and Red Panda, featuring refreshing aloe pineapple juice.
Boku Kitchen and Saloon is making waves with its zero-proof whiskey, gin, and tequila, allowing guests to enjoy their favorite cocktails without the alcohol! You can customize your mocktail experience and create classic drinks without the typical buzz.
And if you’re in the mood for something different, *Ratio* has introduced four new mocktails to tantalize customers, such as the fruity Chicha Morada blending grapefruit and vanilla, and the delightfully named Pear-ant Trap with its pear shrub base. Not to miss is Publico Bull Street, showcasing a lineup of four zero-proof cocktails, including creative options like the *Berry Whiskey Smash* and *Pineapple Rum Rise*.
Expansion on the Non-Alcoholic Scene
The trend continues to expand; Moa is planning to unveil four more mocktails this spring, including an intriguing Clarified Milk Tea Punch and a watermelon lacto-fermented drink to keep things fresh and exciting.
Music and drinks come together beautifully at a local jazz venue on Meeting Street, where a variety of delightful mocktails await, including a *virgin mojito* and the fruity Chaye’s Tropical Punch. Even Smoked has hopped on the mocktail train, launching an updated menu with enticing options like the *Friendly Fire*, a flavorful mixture of pomegranate and spiced hibiscus.
Why the Change?
Restaurants are witnessing a surge in interest around these non-alcoholic options, especially as they gain traction during *Dry January*. A focus on wellness and mindful drinking has motivated establishments to cater to those who want to socialize without the alcohol. The scene is evolving, and it’s bringing an oh-so-refreshing vibe to Columbia’s dining landscape!
So why not put down that alcoholic beverage for a moment and mix it up with a vibrant mocktail? After all, there’s adventure in every sip, and Columbia’s restaurants are here to quench your thirst for something delicious, creative, and alcohol-free!
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