Sober October: 21 delicious drinks for a dry month

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Whether you wish to take a break from drinking after a busy summer or want to detox before the holiday season, Sober October is a personal challenge that will help you do just that. These drink ideas will keep you hydrated without the booze all month long.

A cup of apple cider with cinnamon sticks and apples.
Homemade Apple Cider. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Hot Chocolate Bombs

Three hot chocolate bombs, sprinkles and marshmallows on a marble background.
Hot Chocolate Bombs. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Make a batch of delightful Hot Cocoa Bombs, a cozy way to enjoy hot chocolate. Simply stir one into warm milk and savor. You won’t miss adding alcohol with a treat this fun.
Get the Recipe: Hot Chocolate Bombs

Thai Iced Tea

A top view of two glasses of thai iced tea with milk added.
Thai Iced Tea. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Cool off with Thai Iced Tea, a sweet and silky beverage that evokes the flavors of your favorite Thai restaurant treat. It’s perfect for Sober October.
Get the Recipe: Thai Iced Tea

Blueberry Lemonade

Two glasses of blueberry lemonade garnished with lemon, blueberries and herbs.
Blueberry Lemonade. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Relish the refreshing and non-alcoholic Blueberry Lemonade, made with fresh berries and lemons, ideal for staying sober in October.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Lemonade

Kombucha

A jar of homemade kombucha in process.
Kombucha. Photo credit: Food Drink Life.

Discover the delicious world of Kombucha, a fizzy, fermented tea with numerous health benefits, a perfect choice for Sober October.
Get the Recipe: Kombucha

Virgin Mojito

A virgin mojito on a wooden board with mint and a lime.
Virgin Mojito. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Chill with a Virgin Mojito Mocktail, a non-alcoholic twist on the classic cocktail, featuring zero-proof rum, fresh limes, and mint.
Get the Recipe: Virgin Mojito

Coffee Soda

Coffee Soda. Photo credit: Feast + West.
Coffee Soda. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Energize your day with a sweet and bubbly Coffee Soda, a refreshing vanilla-flavored coffee drink for those Sober October moments.
Get the Recipe: Coffee Soda

Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

A gray mug containing instant pot hot chocolate with a gray kitchen towel, marshmallows and chocolate chips on a white background.
Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Warm up with a slow-cooked mug of hot chocolate, perfect for gatherings and cozy nights, alcohol-free for Sober October.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

Virgin Mimosa

orange juice mimosas garnished with mint sprigs, next to a citrus juicer.
Virgin Mimosa. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Craft a non-alcoholic Mimosa using orange juice and bubbly mixers, a festive drink for celebration without alcohol during October.
Get the Recipe: Virgin Mimosa

French Soda

An overhead view of two creamy French sodas garnished with mint sprigs.
French Soda. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Sip on the creamy and effervescent French Soda, a simple three-ingredient drink made with flavored syrups, carbonated water, and cream that’s perfect for fall.
Get the Recipe: French Soda

Homemade Lemonade

a glass of lemonade on a yellow fabric coaster.
Lemonade. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Create homemade Lemonade easily with fresh lemons, water, and sugar, a fantastic non-alcoholic choice for staying sober in October.
Get the Recipe: Lemonade

Flavored Water

Citrus and herb drinks in glasses.
Flavored Water. Photo credit: Food Drink Life.

Stay hydrated with Flavored Water, offering endless possibilities like citrus, berry, or herbal infusions, perfect for Sober October.
Get the Recipe: Flavored Water

Shirley Temple

a Shirley Temple with a straw and a cherry on top.
Shirley Temple. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Enjoy the rosy and refreshing Shirley Temple drink, a delightful childhood favorite made with grenadine, alcohol-free for October.
Get the Recipe: Shirley Temple

Homemade Apple Cider

A cup of apple cider with cinnamon sticks and apples.
Homemade Apple Cider. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Warm up with homemade apple cider, simmered with real apples, spices, and a citrus hint, a fragrant beverage for Sober October.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Apple Cider

Dalgona Coffee

a dalgona coffee on a wood board.
Dalgona Coffee. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Elevate your mornings with creamy Dalgona Coffee, a luxurious start to the day made from instant coffee, sugar, and milk.
Get the Recipe: Dalgona Coffee

Virgin Moscow Mule

A mocktail of ginger beer, lime and crushed ice in a mule mug.
Virgin Moscow Mule. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Relish a refreshing Virgin Moscow Mule mocktail, featuring ginger beer, lime juice, and optional zero-proof spirits for Sober October.
Get the Recipe: Virgin Moscow Mule

Cold Brew Iced Tea

lemons garnishing a glass of ice tea next to a mason jar pitcher of tea.
Cold Brew Iced Tea. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Prepare smooth and rich Cold Brew Iced Tea at home, customizable to your taste, a perfect non-alcoholic choice for October.
Get the Recipe: Cold Brew Iced Tea

Watermelon Agua Fresca

Watermelon and lime pieces surround a glass of a refreshing watermelon drink.
Watermelon Agua Fresca. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Quench your thirst with Watermelon Agua Fresca, a flavorful and crushable beverage made from fresh melon, ideal for hot October days.
Get the Recipe: Watermelon Agua Fresca

Virgin Mint Julep

A mint leaf on top of a mint julep.
Virgin Mint Julep. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Celebrate with a Virgin Mint Julep, a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail featuring zero-proof bourbon-like spirits, perfect for summer.
Get the Recipe: Virgin Mint Julep

Balsamic Mocktails

Four glasses of sparkling water with berries and balsamic vinegar.
Balsamic Mocktails. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Experiment with Balsamic Mocktails, a fruity and delicious drink made with regular or white balsamic vinegar, a unique choice for Sober October.
Get the Recipe: Balsamic Mocktails

Virgin Bloody Mary

garnishes on a virgin Bloody Mary.
Virgin Bloody Mary. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Savor the mouthwatering Virgin Bloody Mary, a classic brunch cocktail without alcohol, shining in its sober glory.
Get the Recipe: Virgin Bloody Mary

Italian Soda

Two soda drinks, one red and one yellow, sit side by side. Mint sprigs and a gold spoon sit on the white surface as well.
Italian Soda. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Enjoy the brightness of a homemade Italian Soda, a two-ingredient, quick, and refreshing drink with flavored syrups, great for Sober October.
Get the Recipe: Italian Soda

Sober October Ideas

closeup of a pumpkin spice latte with pumpkin spice syrup and mini pumpkins
Pumpkin Spice Latte. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Explore the rules, benefits, and tips for a successful month without alcohol with this Sober October survival guide.
Get the Ideas: Sober October Ideas

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