Asheville’s Top Mocktails and Non Alcoholic Beverages

Over the past decade, the rise of Dry January has evolved into something bigger — a year-round shift toward mindful drinking and inclusive nightlife. Across the country, and right here in Asheville, more people are seeking connection and creativity without the buzz.

Known for its craft beer and inventive cocktails, Asheville’s beverage scene is now embracing a new wave of social spaces where everyone can raise a glass — whether that glass holds a spirit-free spritz, a craft mocktail, or a botanical elixir. From fully alcohol-free bars to breweries and restaurants offering robust zero-proof menus, Asheville’s sober nightlife proves you don’t need alcohol to have a spirited night out.

Explore this guide to Asheville’s best mocktails, non-alcoholic beverages, and sober-friendly bars.

NightShade | South Slope

NightShade is a newly opened social lounge (with live music and DJ sets) designed specifically for the sober-curious crowd. The concept: late-night connection, rhythm, safe vibes—all without the alcohol. With artisanal non-alcoholic drinks and a space created for community interaction, NightShade is one of Asheville’s finest examples of a full-on sober nightlife venue.
Tip: If you’re heading out for an after-dinner outing with friends who might be drinking, this is an excellent inclusive option—book early for live music nights.

Potential New Boyfriend | West Asheville

Potential New Boyfriend is a chic, cozy lounge mixing dessert, music, wine and also thoughtful non-alcoholic drink choices. While the wine list is prominent, the venue also offers non-alcoholic wines and elevated non-alcoholic drink options. With plush decor, a great sound system, and creative dessert fare, it’s ideal for a date night, a solo treat, or gathering with friends who prefer non-alcoholic approaches.
Tip: Order a house-made dessert, ask for their non-alcoholic pairing suggestion, and let the vinyl soundtrack set the mood.

Plant Bar | West Asheville + South Slope

Plant Bar stands out as an herbal-elixir lounge offering specialty non-alcoholic drinks crafted with botanical ingredients and intentional design. The menu features zero-proof cocktails created in collaboration with The NOHM Co., alongside organic cacao drinks, artisanal pastries and high-quality tea and coffee. With its modern, plant-forward aesthetic and commitment to taste as well as wellness, it’s a perfect spot for those who want crafted flavor without the buzz.
Tip: Try a “MerTail” (their coined term) or a cacao-based specialty drink, and pair it with a pastry from their rotating local bakery collaborations.

DayTrip | North Asheville

DayTrip opened its doors in May 2025 with a retro-’70s inspired setting and a focus on both cocktails and mocktails. It’s seen as a lively, inclusive neighborhood bar where the non-alcoholic element is front-of-mind and the social vibe is relaxed and fun. Whether you’re meeting friends or simply want a bar experience without the alcohol, DayTrip brings that local-spirited energy we love about Asheville.
Tip: Drop in for a mocktail flight, soak in the vintage-inspired décor, and enjoy the community ambiance—especially if you’re staying north of downtown or want a quieter scene.

Haywood Famous | West Asheville

Haywood Famous, located at 508 Haywood Road, is the standard-bearer for Asheville's dedicated "sober nightlife" concept. As a 100% alcohol-free environment, it was founded by first-generation Cuban American Eva Rodriguez-Cué to fill a specific void: a late-night social spot for connection without alcohol. Born from the frustration of being relegated to "the two mocktails on the bottom of the menu", this Cuban-coffee-shop-turned-sober-nightlife hub is where the rhythms of community, creativity and caffeine come together in one welcoming space. Late-night hours on select evenings and a strictly alcohol-free environment make this a great pick for anyone looking to socialize without the spirits.

Little Jumbo | Five Points

Just two years after it opened, Little Jumbo was named one of the Best Cocktail Bars of the South by Garden & Gun magazine. It was also an early devotee to creating sophisticated spirit free cocktails -- the first bar on the Eastern Seaboard to embrace Britain’s Seedlip products -- and has greatly expanded its repertoire of NA spirits since. Slip into a seat in the intimate room evocative of a Prohibition speakeasy, sip a snazzy mocktail while enjoying live jazz every Monday and Tuesday night.

Golden Pineapple | West Asheville

A quirky little corner bar in one of the oldest buildings in quirky West Asheville, the Golden Pineapple is bartender owned and operated. The master mixologists at the helm make their own alcohol-free spirits using herbs, aromatics and an immersion circulator. The finished product serves as the foundation for a dedicated section of their cocktail menu called No Grav, which includes the Casamara Cosmo, the Cutecumber and the faux vermouth/faux gin/truly tasty NoGroni.

Mountain Madre | Downtown

A margarita without tequila is just a limeade and what fun is that?  An non-alcoholic margarita at Mountain Madre Mexican Kitchen & Agave Bar trades the Reposado for zero-alcohol Ritual Tequila, Monday Mezcal and Fleure Smoked Agave to shake up with their handmade margarita mixes like Blackberry Smoke or Spice of Life. Salt the rim, add a slice of lime and have yourself a mockarita in Asheville.

The Whale | West Asheville

Non-alcoholic beer has come a long way in the last several years and that’s good news for people who crave a cold one but want to forego the alcohol.  At The Whale Craft Beer Collective, craft beer lovers who want all the ABV and craft beer lovers who want 0.5% ABV (the upper limit to be an NA beer) can clink respective pint glasses and say Prost! The Whale pulls a rotation of national and international brews on tap and stocks nearly 100 more by the bottle. But booze-less beers are not an afterthought at this indoor/outdoor gathering spot – there are regularly eight or more non-alcholic IPAs, stouts, pilsners and sours; bonus points for the NA cider from Normandy. Photo credit: @DanConerd

Rosetta’s Kitchen & The Buchi Bar | Downtown

When Rosetta Baun relocated her iconic 20-year-old restaurant and bar from its original location on Lexington Avenue to a more spacious location just up the street, she assured regulars The Buchi Bar was part of the package. Since the founders of Asheville-based Buchi kombucha first poured samples of their fizzy home brew for her more than 10 years ago, Baun has carried the local favorite in kombucha flights and six flavors on tap.

Tiki Easy Bar | Downtown

Asheville's hidden tiki bar and speakeasy has become the talk of the town since opening its doors behind Hi-Wire's South Slope brewery, partly because it has a little something for everyone, including a growing list of mocktails. Who says you need alcohol to feel like you're relaxing on a beach?  Try a hot or cold NA Paloma, the popular Pomegranate Negroni or Espresso Martini.

Sovereign Kava | Downtown

Kava curious? You’re not alone. Kombucha is often stocked among soft drinks and flavored seltzers in retail beverage cases, but kava remains somewhat mysterious. Brewed from the root of a plant from the South Pacific, at Sovereign Kava the somewhat bitter beverage can be taken straight up or mixed with flavor enhancers like chocolate and ginger. Take a mellow little walk on the weird side of Asheville at the city’s first kava bar which also hosts weekly open mic poetry nights, live music and ping pong tournaments.

Asheville Proper | Downtown

Located in the historic Grove Arcade, Asheville Proper, a live-fire dining experience where traditional service and modern comforts are taken to new heights, is offering an assortment of zero-proof cocktails to go along with its locally-sourced menu. Highlights include a Kick-Free Mule, Gardener's Walk and the Spicehound along with an assortment of NA beer and wines. A similar NA menu can be found at Little D's in North Asheville, which is owned and operated by Owen and Mindi McGlynn of Asheville Proper.

Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours | Downtown

Hiking is not required for panoramic views of Asheville and its surrounding mountains. Since 2018, Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours has offered several options for enjoying craft cocktails and beverages from the city’s well-known urban peaks. There’s the Sunset & City Lights Tour, the Rooftop Sunset Tour, the Sky is the Limit Tour and every January, the Mocktail Tour – three destinations and three alcohol free hand-crafted mocktails, as well as a non-alcoholic beverage and recipe to go. All tours offer options for boozeless beverages at every stop.

The Mule | South Asheville

Cozy up at The Mule -- a bar + event space in Devil’s Foot Beverage’s new production facility, just outside of Biltmore Village. Here, you’ll find draft soda, beer, wine, and a menu of cocktails and mocktails featuring Devil’s Foot craft sodas and house-made tonic. Their zero-proof lineup is just as exciting—don’t miss the Afternoon Delight, a tangy mix of Dromme Calm non-alcoholic spirits, Devil’s Foot Negroni, and a hint of orange zest.