Drink Less and Prosper

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 AdriftSt. Agrestis Non-Alcoholic Phony NegroniA bitter Amaro-like favorite: The PathfinderRosie enjoys mixing this with Pathfinder: Uncle Waithley’s Vincy BrewLess bitter options: Curious No. 2 and Casamara SuperclasicoGreat for your NA Bar Cart: Bitter Queens Essential Bitters Variety Pack and Luxardo Original Maraschino CherriesMarguerite loves: Onyx Coffee Lab Instant Coffee Advent Calendar

Additional Reading

14 Best Nonalcoholic Drinks of 2024Even a Little Alcohol Can Harm Your Health by Dana G. SmithWhat, Exactly, Is ‘Moderate Drinking’? by Dana G. SmithWhat to Know About Non-Alcoholic Beverages by Dana G. SmithHop Water Isn’t Trying to Be Beer. That’s Why We Like It.The 8 Best Nonalcoholic Wines of 2024The Best Instant Coffee

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