4 Drink Choices for the Sober Curious

 More and more people are moving towards a sober or alcohol-free lifestyle regardless of whether or not they've experienced unhealthy relationships or addictions with alcohol. In fact, recent studies show that the number of people who drink alcohol is at a record low, with younger generations being more likely to omit alcohol from their lives in favor of sober lifestyles due to health reasons.

If you're sober or you need to switch things up from soft drinks or water, this post has some great sober-friendly choices that are perfect for a night in front of the TV or out with your closest friends.

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Alcohol Free Beverages

If you enjoy the taste of alcoholic beverages but you don't want the hangover or regret that comes the next day, then swapping to alcohol-free versions is exactly the right choice. You can buy alcohol-free gin, beers, wine, etc., to help you enjoy the taste. Pair it with modern craft sodas and low sugar options, or even mocktails, and you actually won't feel like you're missing out at all. In fact, there's a whole movement around these types of drinks, so you can still have a grown-up choice but sans alcohol.

TCH Infused Drinks

THC is the active compound in cannabis, and these days, there is a growing range of drinks containing this element, meaning you can enjoy a fizzy drink without getting the full edible experience. If cannabis is legal in your state, then purchasing thc drinks can help you swap the buzz, not kill it, and get some calm in your day. Drinks such as sparkling water, mocktail-style drinks, or teas are available with THC infused in them, but remember to check whether it's legal in your state to consume these before trying them out.

Fermented Fizz

If you're looking for a healthier drink that's still full of bubbles and gives you that “fizz”, then the kombucha can be exactly what you're looking for. It's got that tang, that edge you get from alcohol, but it's without any actual alcohol. Instead, it has gut-friendly probiotics, meaning you are actually doing good rather than harm, and not feeling like you're missing out on anything.

Adaptogenic Blends

Drinks with ingredients such as ashwagandha, reishi or lion's mane, and are the adaptogen crowd. These are drinks with beneficial herbs and mushrooms that help your body handle stress rather than numb it. 

Typically, most adaptogen drinks sit somewhere between tea and tonic and have an earthy taste that might take a bit of getting used to. You don't get the buzz from the drinks, but they're a sophisticated alternative to alcoholic beverages and can help you get in the party mood without feeling like that one sober friend sticking out like a sore thumb.

When you're not drinking alcohol, it can feel like you're stuck with water or soft drinks. And while there's nothing wrong with these choices, there are other alternatives that you can enjoy without feeling like everyone is staring at you for your beverage choices.