Disclaimer: This post contains some affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you decide to buy something I’ve recommended in this post. I only share products I genuinely love and would use myself. January is the month when everyone is making their New Year resolutions and going alcohol free for a month is always at the top of that list. We all want to be healthier and better versions of ourselves and January seems like a perfect time to start for many people. I tend not to make any NY resolutions as I always think I don’t need a new year or a new month to start making a change, but everyone is different and I am not here to judge. If you are committed to dry January in 2026, here is my prosecco lover’s guide to the best alcohol-free drinks for Dry January.
Following my surgery in April, I naturally stopped drinking alcohol and to be honest I don’t really miss it. I am not saying I am completely off alcohol forever now, however, I am enjoying the alcohol free life at the moment. Saying that, I do like to have an “adult” drink and a mocktail so I have been trying out a few non-alcoholic options and here are my favourites.
TRIP – CBD and mindfulness blends
I absolutely love TRIP drinks, I have shared them before and will keep sharing as I genuinely love them (and no I am not getting paid to say this!). They have so many gorgeous flavours I am sure you will find something you will love.
If you enjoy a cocktail not just for the taste but for how it helps you unwind, Trip is a brilliant place to start. These are lightly sparkling CBD drinks with botanical flavours that feel calm, grown-up and intentional. TRIP is perfect for relaxing evenings and cocktail vibes.
Flavours like Elderflower Mint and Peach Ginger work beautifully served over ice in a nice glass. Add fresh mint, citrus peel or frozen berries and you have a proper evening drink that signals wind-down time. I use my nice cocktail glasses and add a slice of strawberry and ice. My current favourite is their new cherry-lemon flavour.
Why I love it
• Lightly sparkling
• Not overly sweet
• Feels relaxing without feeling flat
Trip drinks are perfect if your usual drink is a G&T or a spritz.
Nozecco
Nozeco is an alcohol-free* sparkling drink made from alcohol-removed wine. It is budget-friendly (zero alcohol) Prosecco alternative I have found which tastes amazing too.
Nozecco is often people’s first alcohol-free fizz and for a good reason. It is affordable, easy to find in UK supermarkets and gives you that familiar Prosecco look and feel. Does it taste exactly like prosecco, of course not but it is refreshing and ideal for Dry January brunches or Friday nights.
Serve it well chilled in a flute or coupe glass with a slice of lemon or frozen grape and it instantly feels more special.
Why I love it
• Crisp and lightly fruity
• Budget friendly
• Great for mimosas with alcohol-free orange juice
Alcohol content: *<0.5% BY VOL
Freixenet Alcohol-Free Sparkling
This was recommended to me and I am so glad I tried it, as it is hands down one of the nicest options I tried. I had to keep checking the label as I thought – there is no way this is 0% alcohol!!! This is the best for celebrations and special occasions!
If presentation matters to you, Freixenet 0 % absolutely delivers. The bottle looks the part and the flavour is clean, dry and refreshing.
Image credit (c) Freixenet
This is a great option if you normally reach for a nicer Prosecco or Cava and want something that still feels elevated. It works beautifully on its own or with a splash of alcohol-free elderflower cordial or syrup.
Why I love it
• Feels celebratory and tastes like the real deal
• Less sugary than many alcohol-free fizz options
• Elegant bottle
Thomson & Scott Noughty
Noughty Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Chardonnay is absolutely amazing. For me, this one is the best overall Prosecco alternative. I wanted to try it for a while and thought that the New Year would be a nice occasion, so I got a bottle which my sister and I finished in no time. It was definitely 10 out of 10!
Noughty is often considered one of the best alcohol-free sparkling wines available in the UK. It is organic, vegan and low in sugar, which makes it feel lighter and cleaner than many alternatives.
If you are used to drinking Prosecco regularly, I find that this is one of the closest swaps in terms of mouthfeel and dryness. This is coming from a self-confessed Prosecco princess.
Why I love it
• Dry and crisp AND tastes like an actual alcoholic version of Prosecco!!!
• Low sugar
• Works well with food
This is a great one to pour when others are drinking alcohol and you still want to feel included.
I look forward to sampling their Noughty Monté Non-Alcoholic Red Wine as I do miss a glass of red now and again (minus the hangover!)
Dry January does not have to be all or nothing and it definitely does not have to feel like a punishment. For many people, it is simply a pause. A chance to reset habits, notice how you feel and explore drinks that still bring joy without the alcohol.
Whether you are doing the full month, cutting back a little, or just swapping a few evenings a week, every small choice counts. Finding alcohol-free drinks you genuinely enjoy makes it far easier to stick with and far more enjoyable too.
You might also choose to turn Dry January into something that gives back. Many people use the month to raise money for charities close to their heart, whether that is through a sponsored alcohol-free month, a workplace collection, or even hosting an alcohol-free get-together and donating what you would normally spend on drinks.
However you approach it, Dry January can be about clarity, kindness to your body and proving that you do not need alcohol to enjoy a lovely drink, a good evening, or a celebration.
Here is to bubbles, beautiful glasses and choices that feel good long after January ends!
