NYC's non-alcoholic bar awards launch ahead of Dry January

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Third Place Bar

Dec 04, 2025, 06:10 ET


A new award celebrates New York City's growing non-alcoholic hospitality scene, with winners to be announced in January 2026. Created by Third Place Bar, an alcohol-free community, in collaboration with non-alcoholic retailer Boisson, the program highlights the city's most thoughtful zero-proof offerings.

NEW YORK, Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Introducing NYC's Best Bars for NA Awards 2025

Third Place Bar and Boisson announce the launch of the NYC's Best Bars for NA Awards 2025, the first-ever awards program recognizing excellence in alcohol-free hospitality across New York City. The awards honor bars that genuinely invest in inclusivity: venues that craft thoughtful, creative non-alcoholic drinks and create environments where everyone feels welcome. Winners will be announced in early January to kick off Dry January and shine a spotlight on the bars leading the way.

How it works

Nominations are open from December 1-28, 2025. Bars may self-nominate or be nominated by guests using an online nomination form.

To qualify for judging, a bar must:

  • Be located in one of NYC's five boroughs
  • Be permanent (no pop-ups) and open to the public during December 2025
  • Offer a meaningful adult non-alcoholic beverage program (such as zero-proof cocktails, beer, wine - not coffee/tea, juices, soda, etc.)
  • Identify primarily as a bar (not a restaurant)

Finalists and winners will be selected by the awards committee. Full judging criteria are available on the awards website.

Judging criteria

The awards committee includes leading hospitality and non-alcoholic industry professionals, including Sam Bail (Founder, Third Place Bar), Alex Highsmith (Co-owner, Spirited Away), and Vibe Cabrera (Vibe Imbibe & The Daily Pour). Nominees will be evaluated based on:

  • Variety, creativity, and quality of non-alcoholic offerings
  • Menu accessibility and transparency
  • Bar culture and hospitality

2025 Awards timeline

  • Nominations open: December 1, 2025
  • Nominations close: December 28, 2025 at 11:59pm ET
  • Winners announced: January 5, 2026

About Third Place Bar & Boisson

Third Place Bar (www.thirdplacebar.nyc) is an NYC-based alcohol-free pop-up bar and events brand highlighting community, connection, and great zero-proof drinks.

Boisson (www.boisson.co) is a leading non-alcoholic beverage retailer helping make elevated, alcohol-free options accessible and exciting for everyone.

Media Contact

Please note: NYC's Best Bars for NA is not affiliated with or endorsed by The World's 50 Best Bars.

Media Contact

Sam Bail, Third Place Bar, 1 9295874450, [email protected], www.thirdplacebar.nyc

SOURCE Third Place Bar