It’s Dry January—but non-alcoholic cocktails needn’t be sad. We’re discussing the health risks of alcohol and how to build out a delicious buzz-free bar cart.
Guests: NYT reporter Dana G. Smith and Wirecutter editor Marguerite Preston
Products we recommend:
A gin-like alternative: Pentire Adrift
A bitter Amaro-like favorite: The Pathfinder
Rosie enjoys mixing this with Pathfinder: Uncle Waithley’s Vincy Brew
Less bitter options: Curious No. 2 and Casamara Superclasico
Great for your NA Bar Cart: Bitter Queens Essential Bitters Variety Pack and Luxardo Original Maraschino Cherries
Marguerite loves: Onyx Coffee Lab Instant Coffee Advent Calendar
Additional Reading
Even a Little Alcohol Can Harm Your Health by Dana G. Smith
What, Exactly, Is ‘Moderate Drinking’? by Dana G. Smith
What to Know About Non-Alcoholic Beverages by Dana G. Smith
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