Best Places For Mocktails in Rockford Area For Dry January

I went into Dry January with good intentions, I really did.  I thought this was the year I'd casually glide through the entire month without alcohol and feel super superior about it.  Spoiler alert: I made it 14 days.  And honestly?  The feels like an accomplishment in itself.

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Here was my downfall: I was at the bar with friends and took one look at their wine selection and Moscato was calling my name.  It's my biggest weakness when I go out for drinks!  So, I made an exception and had a cheat day.  Now I feel unaccomplished.

But here's the thing, even with my slip-up, Dry January still worked.  Just not how I expected it to go.  Cutting out drinking made me realize how much money I was really spending without thinking about it.  When you're not ordering cocktails, you're also not ordering the second.. or third drink.. or late night "hangover" food.

Now, I still want to treat myself when I go out, so I decided to look for the best places with mocktails around Rockford.  I asked on Facebook and there are so many local spots to get one!

Best Places For Mocktails in Rockford Area For Dry January

• Ernie's Midtown Pub
• Big Timber Axe Throwing
• Baker Street Burgers
• The Norwegian
• Trop Club
• Firebarn

I've tried a few at Big Timber and they were so good!  A few groups had mocktails, too, and they kept ordering more.  So, if you're doing Dry January, thinking about starting, or already failed like me but still want to make starter choices, these are just a few of the places around the Rockford area to grab a mocktail!