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These local restaurants curate mocktails for those who want to experience the mixology minus the buzz.
A selection of spirit-free cocktails from Meso Modern Mediterranean
Meso Modern Mediterranean
Meso Modern Mediterranean is now serving the dynamic flavors and spirit of Mediterranean cuisine to the San Jose community. With dishes sourced from local farms along with classic cocktails and regional spirits and wines, Meso provides a full dining experience. But if visiting just for happy hour, the spirit-free menu includes two cocktails made with Ritual Zero Proof. Try the Faux 75 with lavender-infused "gin," lemon and Fever Tree Yuzu Lime; or the Not-So Prickly Margarita with "tequila," lime, lemon, prickly pear and soda. 3060 Olsen Drive, #50, San Jose
Orchard City Kitchen
Take a trip to the tropics with Orchard City Kitchen’s booze-free refreshments. The Campbell-based restaurant offers a quaint, delightful selection of alcohol-free beverages. Reminiscent of a summer voyage to the islands, the rich Coco Julius is made with orange and coco-nilla. For another fruity blend minus the sweet taste of coconut, try the Island Time, a mixture of aromatic passion fruit, orange and guava. 1875 S. Bascom Ave., Ste. 190, Campbell
Range Life
Surrounded by undulating hills in the valley, dining at Range Life feels like a combination of warmth and rustic charm. Its list of nonalcoholic drinks includes the Diamond Day Spritz with wilderton bittersweet aperitivo, lemon, orange and seltzer; as well as the Buckthorn Berry Spritz with scribe verjus, lemon and sparkling water.. 2160 Railroad Ave., Livermore
A mocktail from Alley & Vine.
Alley & Vine
At Alley & Vine, California’s beautiful produce and pristine seafood are artfully showcased. In addition to the locally sourced menu, each of its cocktails is handcraft ed with quality in mind. The newly opened Alameda eatery also offers a list of zero-proof cocktails. Its fruity, luscious Flora mocktail is made of pineapple, hibiscus, lime and Topo Chico, while the distinctive Parachute features pear, spiced syrup, lemon and the sweet and sour profile of pear shrub. Cheers! 1332 Park St., Ste. D, Alameda
Protégé Palo Alto
Protégé Palo Alto is an upscale casual restaurant highlighting New American cuisine along with an extensive drink list. For those craving a mocktail or two, Protégé has you covered. Offerings include the Mock-arita with Seedlip "Notas de Agave," lime, lemon, agave nectar and grendaine with a salted rim; or you can enjoy the Palo-No with Seedlip spice, fresh grapefruit juice and Fever Tree tonic. 250 S. California Ave., Palo Alto
Photography by: ALLEY & VINE PHOTO BY NICOLA PARISI/COURTESY OF VENUE; MESO MOCKTAILS PHOTO BY EUGENE MARCHUK/COURTESY OF VENUE; PAUSA INTERIOR PHOTO BY KRISTEN LOKEN PHOTOGRAPHY/COURTESY OF VENUE