{"id":88044,"date":"2025-01-02T10:26:19","date_gmt":"2025-01-02T09:26:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/?p=88044"},"modified":"2025-01-02T10:26:55","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T09:26:55","slug":"mocktail-fest-miami-celebrate-dry-january","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/mocktail-fest-miami-celebrate-dry-january\/","title":{"rendered":"Mocktail Fest Miami | Celebrate Dry January"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cDry Fest Miami is more than a celebration of great non-alcoholic drinks\u2014it\u2019s about community, discovery, and creating a vibrant social space\u201d, says Marlene Aguilar, Co-Founder of Mocktail Fest Miami. Following the success of Mocktoberfest 2024, Mocktail Fest Miami proudly announces its second signature event, Dry Fest, with presenting sponsor KUL MOCKS, on January 10<sup>th<\/sup>, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 1-800-LUCKY, located at 143 NW 23rd Street in Wynwood, Miami.<\/p>\n<p>2 minutes read<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3>Mocktail Fest Miami | It\u2019s a fun, inclusive experience<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mocktailfest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mocktail Fest<\/a> Miami invites attendees to kick off the new year with a lively celebration of non-alcoholic beverages in a party atmosphere. Whether embracing Dry January, exploring the rise of alcohol-free options, or simply seeking a unique night out, Dry Fest will offer a fun, inclusive experience for everyone, not just the sober-curious.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMocktail Fest Miami continues to lead the charge in curating the best non-alcoholic beverage tastings and experiences,\u201d said Marlene Aguilar, Co-Founder. \u201cDry Fest is more than a celebration of great non-alcoholic drinks\u2014it\u2019s about community, discovery, and creating vibrant social spaces.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s extraordinary to taste so many delicious new alternatives to alcohol. Drinking less is more than a trend, it\u2019s a movement,\u201d said Michael Weschler, Co-Founder of Mocktail Fest Miami.<\/p>\n<h3>The growing non-alcoholic movement and mindful drinking<\/h3>\n<p>The demand for alcohol-free options is at an all-time high. In 2024, the IWSR (International Wines and Spirits Record) reported a 31% growth in the U.S. market for no\/low alcohol beverages. By 2025, this segment is forecasted to exceed $1 billion in value, reflecting a significant consumer shift toward healthier and more conscious choices. Dry Fest Miami celebrates this growth by providing a platform for attendees to discover their new favorite beverages and for brands to connect with their ideal audience.<\/p>\n<h3>Event highlights<\/h3>\n<p>Dry Fest offers a vibrant &amp; diverse lineup of experiences for all attendees! Enjoy tastings from leading brands alongside music and food:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Premixed Mocktails: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kulmocks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">KUL MOCKS<\/a>\u2019 innovative, ready-to-drink mocktails offer elevated, alcohol-free refreshment. This woman-owned brand brings the craft cocktail experience without the alcohol.<\/li>\n<li>Crafted Mocktails &amp; Juices: Try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/cleanco\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CLEAN CO Zero Proof Spirits<\/a> &amp; learn how to mix up your own mocktail creations or Sip on handcrafted mocktails made with Santa Cruz Organic and R.W. Knudsen.<\/li>\n<li>Non-alcoholic Beers &amp; Wines: Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ceriabrewing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CERIA Brewing&#8217;s non-alcoholic beers<\/a> by legendary brewmaster, Keith Villa, of Blue Moon fame. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/nolomiami\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NOLO MIAMI<\/a> is all about the zero-proof lifestyle, offering premium, curated wines like Cipriani\u2019s Bellini Zero at their tented lounge. Activating the NA-Tiki Bar is premium, zero-proof <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/st.regiswines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Regis Wines<\/a>, made from 100% quality wine, de-alcoholized. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bolledrinks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BOLLE alcohol-free wines<\/a>, recently featured on the Today Show, are also designed for elegant, sophisticated enjoyment.<\/li>\n<li>Functional &amp; Focus Drinks: Sample <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/drinkcourserecord\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">COURSE RECORD\u2019s beverages<\/a> for enhanced focus and performance, co-founded by Professional Golfer, Keaton Veillette. HIGH GROUND\u2019s sparkling adaptogen teas and mushroom infused beverages replicate cocktails without alcohol. Enjoy locally founded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/drink.lic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LIBERTY IN A CAN<\/a>, America\u2019s THC Seltzer, as well as Miami&#8217;s MILONGA MATE, energizing herbal infusions.<\/li>\n<li>Live DJ Sets: High energy beats set the tone for a fun and electric atmosphere.<\/li>\n<li>Pan-Asian Cuisine: Savor dishes from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/1800lucky\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-LUCKY<\/a>\u2019s six acclaimed kitchens, available for purchase and perfectly paired with non-alcoholic beverages. (VIP-level tickets include an appetizer sample.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>A Celebration with purpose<\/h3>\n<p>A portion of event proceeds will benefit the Miami Rescue Mission, a cornerstone organization in South Florida providing over 100 years of food, shelter, sobriety and recovery programs to individuals and families in need.<\/p>\n<h3>About Mocktail Fest Miami<\/h3>\n<p>Mocktail Fest Miami is the only event series dedicated to celebrating the growing world of non-alcoholic beverages with the best curated options available. The quarterly series combines vibrant flavors, community engagement and a commitment to inclusive, hangover-free fun.<\/p>\n<p>Located in Wynwood, 1-800-LUCKY is Miami\u2019s premier mix of eclectic Pan-Asian cuisines, dynamic nightlife, and a vibrant bar scene. With its party atmosphere and 6 unique dining concepts, it&#8217;s the ideal venue for Dry Fest. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/mocktail-fest-miami-presents-dry-fest-a-dry-january-celebration-tickets-1093563761649\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tickets <\/a>were available till December 31<sup>st<\/sup> 2024.<\/p>\n<p><em>We published this article as inspiration! Why not create a Mocktail or Dry Fest as your New Year\u2019s get together? We published more articles on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/?s=Dry+January\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dry January<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cDry Fest Miami is more than a celebration of great non-alcoholic drinks\u2014it\u2019s about community, discovery, and creating a vibrant social space\u201d, says Marlene Aguilar, Co-Founder <a class=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/mocktail-fest-miami-celebrate-dry-january\/\"> read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":30,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[113,115,80,124,81,85,89,105,109,111,120,121],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-88044","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-hospitality","category-pop-up-main-2","category-sector-2","category-p-en","category-drinks-sector","category-fast-food-sector","category-restaurant-sector","category-leisure-sector-2","category-trends-2","category-drinking","category-product-2","category-place"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Mocktail Fest Miami | Celebrate Dry January | horecatrends.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Mocktail Fest Miami highlights Dry January and the sober-curious movement with 50+ tastings, top non-alcoholic brands, live DJs, and food.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/mocktail-fest-miami-celebrate-dry-january\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Mocktail Fest Miami | Celebrate Dry January | horecatrends.com\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Mocktail Fest Miami highlights Dry January and the sober-curious movement with 50+ tastings, top non-alcoholic brands, live DJs, and food.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/mocktail-fest-miami-celebrate-dry-january\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"horecatrends.com\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2025-01-02T09:26:19+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-01-02T09:26:55+00:00\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Stagiaire Spronsen\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Stagiaire Spronsen\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"4 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/mocktail-fest-miami-celebrate-dry-january\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/mocktail-fest-miami-celebrate-dry-january\/\",\"name\":\"Mocktail Fest Miami | Celebrate Dry January | horecatrends.com\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/#website\"},\"datePublished\":\"2025-01-02T09:26:19+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-01-02T09:26:55+00:00\",\"author\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/#\/schema\/person\/cf55298b23a18796550d764d349d4e1b\"},\"description\":\"Mocktail Fest Miami highlights Dry January and the sober-curious movement with 50+ tastings, top non-alcoholic brands, live DJs, and food.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/mocktail-fest-miami-celebrate-dry-january\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/mocktail-fest-miami-celebrate-dry-january\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/mocktail-fest-miami-celebrate-dry-january\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Mocktail Fest Miami | Celebrate Dry January\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/\",\"name\":\"horecatrends.com\",\"description\":\"Van Spronsen &amp; 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