Zero-Proofing it: Halfway Through the #AlcoholFreeFor40 Challenge

I’m joined by magazine editors Melanie Warner Spencer + Ashley McLellen to hear their take on the first half of #AlcoholFreeFor40. Their experiences, their strategies for success, and their fab finds in the mocktail (or “zero-proof cocktail”) arena, plus why they’re considering extending beyond 40 days. LINKSMelanie + Ashley’s #AFF40 blog:MyNewOrleans.com | link here Alcohol Free For 40 website | link hereTry Dry smartphone App | link hereThe Sober Curious Movement, NPR segment|link here Zero Proof Cocktails + Ingredients | Big Easy Bucha | Seedlip | Proposition Cocktail Co. | Hop’d  | ElGuapo BittersRECIPE | Berry ShrubsAdd to mocktails, just a tablespoon ortwo is all that’s needed!2 cups berries, cleaned and chopped1 cup Swerve Sweetener, granularor confectioners1 cup apple cider vinegar1/4 cup fresh herbs (mint, basil,lemonbalm), minced and dividedAdd berries, vinegar, sweetener and halfof the herbs to a saucepan. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer.After about 10 minutes, mash fruit to release juice. Simmer until thickened andsyrup-like consistency. Strain into a bottle or jar. Refrigerate untilready to use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.