Five options for Dry January in Austin

• Alcohol disturbs sleep, disrupts diets and can contribute to anxiety and depression, according to Alcohol Change, a British organization that promotes Dry January.
• Even moderate drinkers who binge alcohol are at a significantly higher risk of developing alcohol problems than those who drink the same amount overall but don't binge, according to a 2022 study from researchers at the University of Texas.

Where to go: Sans Bar, at 1818 E. 12th St., bills itself as Austin's only sober bar, giving you that pub feel — think live music, fancy drinks and connection — while skipping the alcohol.

• Aba: Try the restaurants rotating zero-proof menu all year long, including their paloma, sans booze, known as the "Unplugged," made with house green juice, ginger, lime and pineapple.
• Vinaigrette: Dine on the stunning patio and choose from a selection of tinctures and tonics, including a "Kale Apple Spritz" with alkalizing kale, apple juice, lemon, ginger and seltzer.
• Tillie's: Head to the Hill Country for Tillie's zero-proof beverage menu, which includes a "Blueberry Cardamom Smash," "Lavender Lemonade" and "Hibiscus Lemonade."
• Roosevelt Room: This classic bar has a selection of three nonalcoholic drinks, including "NA'Groni" with Monday zero proof gin, Giffard Bitter Aperitif syrup, Verjus Rouge, gentian tea, caramel, glycerin, salt tincture and orange oils.

Of note: Check websites for locations and hours.

The bottom line: Austin has plenty of options for those who skip the alcohol. And for the sober curious, Dry January is a great place to start.

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