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With the new year comes new goals, and if one of your 2024 resolutions is to cut down on your alcohol intake then you may be participating in Dry January, a self-imposed challenge to stay sober throughout the entire first month of the year. And yes, it can be quite challenging, especially if you usually love winding down with a glass of wine or a cocktail at the end of the day.
But you don’t have to quit drinking completely cold turkey. Target has so many non-alcoholic beverages from mocktails in a can to alcohol-free beer and wine so you can still do your normal routine without having to deal with the aftereffects of drinking. Some of these options even take the edge off like alcohol does, but in a healthier way.
Check out our favorite picks for Dry January and then shop Target’s entire line of non-alcoholic beverages to stock up for the weeks ahead.
It’s a seltzer. It’s hoppy. It’s a non-alcoholic beverage with a kick. It’s HOP WTR! Crafted with adaptogens and nootropics, HOP WTR Blood Orange boosts your mood and helps you unwind and destress without any alcohol, calories, carbs, sugar, or gluten. It’s a feel-good beverage that’s actually good for you — no hangover required!
HOP WTR Blood Orange, 6-Pack
“A nice treat to relax with,” one reviewer wrote on Target’s site. “I find that alcohol just doesn’t do it for me anymore so I really appreciate hop water instead of a beer.” And someone else added, “Love it! Refreshing and relaxing my new booze! HOP WTR has convinced me I no longer need alcohol to unwind.”
Ghia is inspired by Mediterranean aperitivo culture but doesn’t include any of the alcohol found in traditional apéretifs. The Le Spritz Variety Pack contains four ready-to-drink cans so you can try the brand’s bestselling flavors: Ghia Soda, Ghia Ginger, Lime & Salt, and Sumac & Chili.
Ghia Non-Alcoholic Apéritifs, Le Spritz Variety 4- Pack
“Love Ghia as an alternative to a cocktail to transition from the day into the evening,” one five-star reviewer wrote. “It feels elevated and not sweet like many mocktails/non-alcoholic beverages. So happy they’re finally at Target for easier accessibility!”
Are you more of a wine drinker? Then check out this non-alcoholic pinot noir from Sèchey. It’s a “sophisticated red blend, and [an] excellent well-balanced choice to enjoy with dinner, or on its own.” This pinot contains notes of ripened dark red fruits and the earthen richness of dried currants.
Sèchey Pinot Noir Non-Alcoholic Wine
“This has a great flavor profile!” one reviewer wrote. “I wasn’t expecting much, sometimes non-alcoholic drinks taste more like juice or sweetened seltzers, but this has a pleasant taste.”
Or, if you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion with a glass of non-alcoholic champagne, then pick up this bottle from FRE. This brut contains all the bubbly fun and light taste of classic champagne but doesn’t give you the dizzying effect. It’s a California wine with notes of apples and strawberries that will leave your tongue tingling.
FRE Non-Alcoholic Brut Champagne
“Perfect amount of bubbles,” one five-star reviewer wrote. “Not too dry. Perfect for a mimosa or to top off a mocktail! Tasted just like brut! Had to double-check to make sure it wasn’t the real thing.”
Beer drinkers can participate in Dry January, too, thanks to Heineken’s 0.0 Non-Alcoholic Beer. This beer tastes just as delicious as the alcoholic version with crisp notes and a soft malty body that is both refreshing and satisfying.
Heineken 0.0 Non-Alcoholic Beer, 6-Pack
“Best near-beer I’ve had so far,” one Heineken fan wrote. “It’s actually amazing how well they captured the Heineken flavor without any alcohol.” And another person added, “Tastes like regular Heineken. It’s the same great taste without the risk.”
Try something a bit hoppier and pick up a six-pack of Athletic Brewing Co.’s Run Wild non-alcoholic IPA. Brewed with organic Vienna malt and a blend of five Northwest hops, the taste of Run Wild is bitter, piney, citrusy, and complex — a flavor every IPA lover will respect. You won’t believe that a beer this hoppy is non-alcoholic, but you can truly sip without any guilt.
Athletic Run Wild Non-Alcoholic IPA Beer, 6-Pack
“This is genuinely my favorite non-alcoholic beer (and I have tried a lot),” one reviewer wrote. “I have been alcohol-free for over 14 months and this is the perfect option for me.” And someone else added, “Finally got a chance to try this and it’s SO good! I’m an avid beer drinker and this stuff tastes 99% of the way to its alcohol-filled brethren … If you’re curious, just try it. I doubt you’ll be disappointed!”
Another great hoppy option is the non-alcoholic Lagunitas Hoppy Refresher. Similar to HOP WTR, the Hoppy Refresher is a seltzer water with benefits. It has a citrusy zing, is packed with flavorful hops, and is free from sugar, carbs, calories, gluten, and of course, alcohol.
Lagunitas Hoppy Refresher NA, 6-Pack
“Very refreshing, indeed!” one person wrote in their review. “These have such a nice crisp and hoppy taste. Can’t wait to get more! So happy to have such a delicious non-alcoholic beer!”
Check out Target’s entire selection of non-alcoholic beverages to stick to your Dry January goals. You can still do cocktail and charcuterie night without dealing with a hangover the next day.
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