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Sometimes you just don’t feel like beginning a night with a rocket fuel cocktail. With Atlanta restaurants and bars offering expertly made mocktails, it’s easy to enjoy a zero-proof drink and still feel social and fun while doing it.

From young drinkers who are less interested in alcohol (Gen Z is dubbed the “sober curious” generation) to those wanting an easy night, here’s where to go to what to order for the best zero-proof drinks at bars and bottle shops around town. Just know that the key to some of the city’s best mocktails might include ordering off-menu.

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The Summerhill restaurant offers several color-coded non-alcoholic beverages, namely the pink, purple, and green drinks. According to bartender Kharis Ellison, the pink drink, made with coconut cream, cinnamon syrup, and hibiscus, is sweet, creamy, and fizzy. Those who prefer less sweetness, the purple drink is a nod to Thai Nam dok Anchan, which is made with butterfly pea tea. The floral notes are cut with makrut lime cordial, which balances out this mocktail.

The James Bond-themed bar in Glenwood Park has an extensive and creative selection of spirit-less drinks. Expect a range of cocktail classics like Paloma, Paper Plane, and Gimlet, which are made with Ritual Zero Proof spirits. Try the Slo Gin Fizz, sweetened with prickly pear instead of simple syrup, for a refreshing, silky sip.

At La Semilla, you’re in good hands with world-ranked bartender Orestes Cruz. While the cocktail menu includes two non-alcoholic options, don’t hesitate to ask for an off-menu mocktail inspired by one of the expertly crafted cocktails. Of the non-alcoholic options, the Pearl Island Iced Tea stands out with non-alcoholic Gnista Wormwood, barrel-aged cola syrup, orange rosemary aperitif, citrus juice, and soda. It’s a citrus-forward and slightly bitter drink that pairs perfectly with the fresh flavors of the vegan dishes.

Here’s an insider’s secret. If you simply glance over the menu here, you won’t find any mocktails. But according to co-owner and bartender Tim Faulkner, zero-proof drinks are always available. While there are several options, Faulkner is particularly proud of Whoopsie’s non-alcoholic French 75 — an impressive feat if you’re familiar with the cocktail’s boozy contents (gin, champagne, lemon juice, and simple syrup). Here, he swaps in Leitz Eins Zwei Zero sparkling rosé, which removes the alcohol after fermentation, and Winestillery’s Hyper Low Gin. The zero-proof gin is distilled and used as a concentrate in non-alcoholic beverages just like the French 75.

From the owners of Elemental Spirits Co., Atlanta’s first dedicated zero-proof bottle shop has an inventory of over 300 non-alcoholic spirits, wines, beer, and canned beverages. Choose from dealcoholized wines by Studio Null and OddBird, complex spirit-free base mixers like the Pathfinder and Caleño, and chilled, single-serve RTDs from brands such as Curious Elixir, Dram, and AVEC Drinks.

A cozy bar nestled behind a set of velvet curtains, Commune may be one of Atlanta’s best listening lounges. Beyond the curated wine list and snacks, the menu offers several mocktails worth trying. While the St. Agrestis Phony Negroni is a more than convincing riff (you won’t even notice the lack of a buzz), the staff recommends the Tilden Lacewing with its sweeter herbaceous notes.

Tucked away inside the Four Seasons Hotel, Bar Margot holds more than an extensive list of spirits and sleek design. The zero-proof menu features an array of standard drinks like tea and sparkling water, but it also includes three well-crafted mocktails that mimic some of the most common cocktail flavor profiles. Whiskey fans should try the Lil’ Coltrane, which is made with smoked guava and rosemary for herbaceous complexity.

The Summerhill restaurant offers several color-coded non-alcoholic beverages, namely the pink, purple, and green drinks. According to bartender Kharis Ellison, the pink drink, made with coconut cream, cinnamon syrup, and hibiscus, is sweet, creamy, and fizzy. Those who prefer less sweetness, the purple drink is a nod to Thai Nam dok Anchan, which is made with butterfly pea tea. The floral notes are cut with makrut lime cordial, which balances out this mocktail.

The James Bond-themed bar in Glenwood Park has an extensive and creative selection of spirit-less drinks. Expect a range of cocktail classics like Paloma, Paper Plane, and Gimlet, which are made with Ritual Zero Proof spirits. Try the Slo Gin Fizz, sweetened with prickly pear instead of simple syrup, for a refreshing, silky sip.

At La Semilla, you’re in good hands with world-ranked bartender Orestes Cruz. While the cocktail menu includes two non-alcoholic options, don’t hesitate to ask for an off-menu mocktail inspired by one of the expertly crafted cocktails. Of the non-alcoholic options, the Pearl Island Iced Tea stands out with non-alcoholic Gnista Wormwood, barrel-aged cola syrup, orange rosemary aperitif, citrus juice, and soda. It’s a citrus-forward and slightly bitter drink that pairs perfectly with the fresh flavors of the vegan dishes.

Here’s an insider’s secret. If you simply glance over the menu here, you won’t find any mocktails. But according to co-owner and bartender Tim Faulkner, zero-proof drinks are always available. While there are several options, Faulkner is particularly proud of Whoopsie’s non-alcoholic French 75 — an impressive feat if you’re familiar with the cocktail’s boozy contents (gin, champagne, lemon juice, and simple syrup). Here, he swaps in Leitz Eins Zwei Zero sparkling rosé, which removes the alcohol after fermentation, and Winestillery’s Hyper Low Gin. The zero-proof gin is distilled and used as a concentrate in non-alcoholic beverages just like the French 75.

Tucked away inside the Four Seasons Hotel, Bar Margot holds more than an extensive list of spirits and sleek design. The zero-proof menu features an array of standard drinks like tea and sparkling water, but it also includes three well-crafted mocktails that mimic some of the most common cocktail flavor profiles. Whiskey fans should try the Lil’ Coltrane, which is made with smoked guava and rosemary for herbaceous complexity.

Anne Quatrano’s Michelin-starred fine dining institution in Blandtown rotates its seasonal non-alcoholic cocktails, including the Heart of the Valley, created by manager and Zilch Market founder Savannah Rainy. A base of Petrine — a botanical zero-proof spirit — combined with cherry, lemon, and pink peppercorns deliver a bright and balanced drink with subtle spice and heat.