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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Josh Barrie

Sober January: The best alcohol-free alternatives to traditional drinks

Those who wish to avoid alcohol in January aren’t short of options. Only a decade ago the choice was between Shloer and Appletiser (both remain valid, and available). Today you might begin with a botanical aperitif before moving onto a zero per cent wine.

Dry January isn't about martyrdom, it’s just a chance to reset. A month off the booze means better sleep, sharper mornings and a wallet that isn't perpetually haemorrhaging. They say your skin should brighten — at the end of party season, it can appear as scrunched as a worn dress — your energy levels spike and the persistent brain fog lifts. It's clarifying, too: not every social situation needs a drink. Here are six options to help with sobriety after the Christmas haze.

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