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Celebrate Sober: Michelle Smith's Festive Mocktail Recipes

12/8/2025

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Michelle Smith's Mocktails

Michelle Smith, a Drug and Alcohol Recovery Coach, emphasizes that the holiday season can be enjoyable without alcohol.
She shares her favorite mocktail recipes to promote alternatives for festive celebrations.
Smith is the author of Living Sober, Living Free and the founder of Recovery is the New Black, providing resources for sobriety.
Her insights highlight the growing trend of non-alcoholic options during the holidays and encourage well-being and inclusivity.

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Chase Warns Misconceptions

A Bisnar Chase law firm survey finds widespread misconceptions about holiday drinks' alcohol strength, equating eggnog and mulled wine with low-alcohol beer.
In New Jersey, 47% believe these drinks are equivalent to low-alcohol beer, while 20% think holiday cocktails do not count toward drink-drive limits.
Attorney Brian Chase warns that such misunderstandings can lead to serious legal consequences and urges restaurants and bars to clearly label alcohol strengths.

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Michelle Smith's Mocktails

Michelle Smith, a Drug and Alcohol Recovery Coach, emphasizes that the holiday season can be enjoyable without alcohol.
She shares her favorite mocktail recipes to promote alternatives for festive celebrations.
Smith is the author of Living Sober, Living Free and the founder of Recovery is the New Black, providing resources for sobriety.
Her insights highlight the growing trend of non-alcoholic options during the holidays and encourage well-being and inclusivity.

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