At the new year, people may choose to make resolutions and work on their vices. Taking a break or quitting alcohol is always near the top of the list.

Whether you’re participating in Dry January or exploring alcohol-free options year-round, Boise is home to various restaurants and bars serving exceptional non-alcoholic beverages. From creative mocktails to sophisticated zero-proof takes on classics, these local spots provide places to enjoy a night out without the buzz.

Red Feather Lounge
Located at 246 N 8th Street in Boise, Red Feather Lounge serves non-alcoholic beverages crafted with the same care as their signature cocktails. Their standout mocktails include:

• Well Orange You Sophisticated: House-made orange vanilla syrup, lime, and egg white foam.
• I Know a Tiki When I see One: Fresh-pressed pineapple juice, almond orgeat, cinnamon, lime, and soda.
• Dorothy: House-made lavender soda and Gruvi dry secco

Bar, Please!
Boise’s newest craft cocktail bar at 620 W Idaho Street, Suite 300 creates innovative zero-proof drinks. A standout is:

• Kimchi Michelada with Watermelon Shaved Ice: Savory kimchi paired with a fruity watermelon twist.

Water Bear Bar
Located at 350 N 9th St in Boise, Water Bear Bar is known for inventive zero-proof cocktails, including:

• Ariel’s Temptation: A tart mix of clarified pineapple juice, lime, ginger, and honey syrup.
• Meloncholy: A crisp blend of cucumber syrup, honeydew, lime, and soda.

Art Haus Bar
Located at 610 W Grove Street in downtown Boise, Art Haus Bar offers a cozy, creative atmosphere with beautifully crafted non-alcoholic beverages. Try:

• Chamomile Cordial: Chamomile, citrus, grapefruit zest, soda.
• Golden Hour: Pomegranate, grapefruit, orange blossom water, cardamom, soda.

Tavolàta

This Italian-inspired eatery in downtown Boise at 524 W Grove Street pairs fresh, house-made dishes with refreshing non-alcoholic drinks. Try:

• Donn’s Fizz: Pineapple, lime, grapefruit, and seltzer.
• White Sands: Passionfruit, lime, grapefruit, and seltzer.

Saltbrush
Situated at 106 N 6th Street in Boise, Saltbrush offers thoughtfully crafted alcohol-free mocktails featuring fresh, botanical ingredients. Try:

• Queen of the Meadow: Ginger pineapple, lemon, lime spritz.
• Quivering Quinine: Fever tree tonic, Castelvetrano olive, lime, fresh thyme.

Sick Stag

Located in Nampa at 1219 1st Street, Sick Stag features a zero-proof menu designed for creativity and flavor. Favorites include:

• Sparkling Citrus Cooler: A bubbly citrus blend.
• Mock Mule: Their take on a mule with house-made ginger syrup and lime.

Pig Latin
Located at 775 S Rivershore Ln in Eagle, Pig Latin serves up non-alcoholic drinks like mocktails, coffee, and matcha, perfect for pairing with their bold Latin American-inspired dishes.

Thick as Thieves
Located at 620 W Idaho St, Thick as Thieves crafts zero-proof creations that feel indulgent and unique:

• Queen Pine: Clarified milk punch with pineapple, toasted coconut, lime leaf, brown sugar, and soda.
• Thieves Root Beer Float: Root beer demerara syrup, soda, cream, and nutmeg.
• Northside: NORTHSIDE: Bright with mint, lime, vanilla, and force carbonation.

Craft Lounge
Located in Nampa and Caldwell, Craft Lounge is celebrated for its exceptional non-alcoholic menu. Favorites include:

• Non-Alcoholic Old Fashioned: A zero-proof take on the classic cocktail with deep, layered flavors.
• Virgin Mule: A refreshing mix of ginger, lime, and soda.

Boise is embracing Dry January with the Temperance Trail 2025, organized by Free Spirits Beverage Company, it’s a month-long event featuring over 60 local spots offering creative non-alcoholic cocktails. The trail kicked off with a lively launch party at The Mode Lounge and continues all month.

Check out the calendar of events here to explore all the stops and plan your zero-proof adventure!