Hot Texas summers call for something cool — but by no means does that have to involve alcohol. Whether you’re sober, the designated driver, taking a break from alcohol, or just craving something refreshing, Fort Worth has plenty of options for mocktails.
So raise a glass — not your BAC — with these seven bars where the zero-proof is in the pudding:
Bar Dryce, 3621 Byers Ave.
This cashless bar inside of Hotel Dryce has an array of dry cocktails. Our favorite is The Remix, with guava paprika syrup, smoked chili bitters, ginger beer, and candied chili mango.
Proper, 409 W. Magnolia Ave.
Try a Ramos Grin Fiz, featuring Lyre’s non-alcoholic gin, cherry hibiscus tea syrup, pomegranate, egg whites, and soda water.
Try a classic virgin cocktail like a Shirley Temple at this tiki-themed bar. | Photo by @tarantula_tiki
Tarantula Tiki Lounge, 117 S. Main St.
Known for its umbrella drinks and island decor, the tiki bar has options like a classic Shirley Temple and The Virgin Ray for $8.
Clay Pigeon Food & Drink, 2731 White Settlement Rd.
The fine dining restaurant offers a comprehensive selection of non-alcoholic drinks, ranging from teas and coffees to a variety of mocktails. Try the Disco Lemonade or the I Said Doctor (Coco Lopez + lime + cherry bitters + ginger beer).
HG Supply Co., 1621 River Run
Visit the riverside bar and try the Mango Refresher — made with mango, turmeric, citrus, simple syrup, and Topo Chico. The menu has three non-alcoholic options for $9 each.
Ellerbe Fine Foods, 1501 W. Magnolia Ave.
Stop by this Southern-style restaurant for a variety of mocktails, including the Pineapple Prohibition made with Lyer’s white cane spirit, thyme, fresh pineapple juice, and demerara syrup for $10. The other two main “Temperance Bar” options are also $10.
Kava Culture, 3529 Heritage Trace Pkwy.
The non-alcoholic bar in north Fort Worth serves botanicals on tap made with Kava root, spanning cocktails, infusions, sparkling teas, and coffees.
