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6 Places to Drink When You’re Not Drinking

Words: Shamim de Brún
Images: Via Instagram / Press

Dublin, the city that once defined the art of drinking from a literal river of whiskey, has now embraced the trend that’s making waves – sobriety.

Apparently one in two people are doing Dry January in Ireland, and one in five is looking to lower their alcohol consumption; so this trend is on track with where we are as a society, I guess. Whether you’re a recovering party animal, on the dry for January or just a curious soul looking to spice up your nights without the traditional buzz, Dublin’s gone sober-curious enough to keep you entertained.

We’ve scoured the cobbled streets to bring you the lowdown on the best places to grab a drink when you’re not drinking.

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