Dry January is in full swing at Listen Bar’s GoodAF Awards, where mocktails and creativity stole the show. Held at NeueHouse in New York City, the event brought together some of the city’s most talented bartenders to craft next-level drinks using POM’s 100% pomegranate juice—proving that going alcohol-free doesn’t mean sacrificing fun or flavor.
For the past six years, Listen Bar has been redefining what alcohol-free nights out can look like, and this year’s competition was a true celebration of that mission. Guests mingled, sipped, and voted on mocktails from bartenders representing iconic spots like Dante, Death & Co, PDT, Hekate, and Leyenda—each drink as innovative as the last.
Here’s a taste of what was served up:
•Dante: The “Unforgettable Sangria,” a cozy, spiced blend of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, sugar, and pomegranate juice.
•Death & Co: The “All Gas no Breaks,” a bold and refreshing black tea mocktail with a hint of bergamot.
•Hekate: The “POM DeLuise,” mulled wine-inspired drink featuring rich, tart pomegranate flavors.
•Leyenda: The “Sage in the City,” a bright mix of elderberry tea and strawberry preserves.
•PDT: The “Dapper Dan,” a complex stirred mocktail with pomegranate, apricot cinnamon tea, tonic syrup, whey, white miso honey, and vermouth-like sophistication.
The judges crowned Dante’s “Unforgettable Sangria” the winner for its perfectly balanced flavors that hit all the right notes. It was also the crowd favorite, earning praise as the top drink of the night.
The evening wasn’t just about mocktails—it was about community, creativity, and showing that alcohol-free options can be just as indulgent and fun. With events like this, Listen Bar is making Dry January feel a whole lot more exciting—and delicious.
To learn more about Listen Bar and its mission to celebrate alcohol-free living, or to explore the benefits and versatility of POM Wonderful, visit their websites for all the details and recipe inspiration.
