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Fresh, Flavorful, and Alcohol-Free: Dry January Gets a Creative Twist at Ann’s Choice

Executive Chef Joe Mahon shares his Blood Orange Mocktail Spritzer recipe.

(Ann's Choice)

Happy New Year! Dry January is in full swing, and as the trend continues to gain momentum, Ann’s Choice, an Erickson Senior Living community in Bucks County, PA., is raising the bar—literally—with chef-crafted, zero-proof recipes that bring people together in a fresh, flavorful way.

Throughout January, residents are enjoying mocktails and alcohol-free recipes made with fresh ingredients, seasonal flavors, and a focus on wellness. These aren’t your average “skip the booze” drinks—they’re vibrant, creative, and designed to make Dry January feel like a celebration, not a sacrifice.

Ann’s Choice Executive Chef Joe Mahon shares his mocktail recipe.

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Blood Orange Mocktail Spritzer

  • 3 oz. Blood Orange Juice
  • 2 oz. Ginger Beer
  • ½ oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Fill rocks glass with ice. Add blood orange juice, ginger beer, and lemon Juice. Gently stir to combine. Garnish with sliced blood orange, ginger, and mint.

Residents at Ann’s Choice have multiple on-site restaurants just steps from their residences –all of which boast enticing menus and plenty of opportunities to connect with neighbors over a shared meal. To learn more about Ann’s Choice, visit AnnsChoice.com.

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