DRY JANUARY: A CLEARER, CALMER WAY TO START THE NEW YEAR

January invites a reset.

After weeks of holiday celebrations, late nights, and indulgence, many people choose Dry January as a way to reconnect with how they feel physically and mentally, without alcohol in the mix.

Dry January isn’t about restriction — it’s about intentional choices. And with the right alcohol-free options, it can actually feel easier (and more enjoyable) than expected.

Why So Many People Choose Dry January

People try Dry January for different reasons, but the intention is often the same: feel better.

Common motivations include:

• Resetting after holiday indulgence

• Supporting clearer mornings and steadier energy

• Improving sleep quality

• Reducing stress and mental fog

• Exploring alcohol-free routines

The goal isn’t perfection — it’s awareness.

The Key to Dry January: Replacing the Ritual, Not Just the Drink

One of the hardest parts of Dry January isn’t skipping alcohol — it’s missing the moment.

That end-of-day wind-down.
The social sip.
The habit of reaching for something to relax or reset.

That’s why alcohol-free alternatives can be so helpful — they keep the ritual intact while supporting how you want to feel.

Explore the alcohol-free alternatives below to find your perfect Dry January ritual.

Super Feels Chill Vibes — Kava + Kratom Shot

Best for: Evening wind-down, social moments, alcohol-free relaxation

When the day calls for relaxation without alcohol, Chill Vibes offers a calm, intentional alternative with a refreshing apple flavor that still feels social and uplifting. It’s designed for moments when you want to slow down, stay present, and enjoy the vibe.

Each bottle contains two premium botanical extracts: 35mg of mitragynine and 25mg of kavalactones per serving, with two servings per bottle.

Making it easy to sip, share, or build into an alcohol-free ritual during Dry January.

Try Super Feels Chill Vibes → Super Feels Chill Vibes: Liquid Kava & Kratom Shot

Watermelon Kratom Tincture

Best for: Custom mocktails, light sipping, social gatherings

With 360mg of mitragynine per bottle, our Watermelon Kratom Tincture delivers a high-concentration option for experienced users. It supports steady energy and mental clarity, fitting easily into daytime routines or alcohol-free social moments.

The bold, juicy watermelon flavor blends seamlessly with mocktails, sparkling water, or juice, making it an ideal companion for Dry January gatherings. For those who prefer simplicity, it can also be taken on its own, offering a bright burst of fruity flavor.

Try Watermelon Tincture  → Watermelon Tincture: Liquid Kratom Tincture

Slingshot

Best for: Daytime energy, productivity, post-workout recovery

Slingshot Liquid Kratom Extract is crafted for moments that demand enhanced focus and lasting energy, offering the refreshing taste of blackberry, all without alcohol. Each serving delivers 60mg of mitragynine, with two servings per container, making it a strong, full-spectrum option for experienced users.

The rich blackberry flavor is crafted with concentrated, traceable kratom alkaloids. Slingshot is ideal for stress release for busy days, helping you stay focused and productive during Dry January without alcohol or extra caffeine.

Whether enjoyed on its own or mixed into a simple mocktail, Slingshot offers a bold, alcohol-free way to power through your day with intention.

Try Slingshot → Slingshot Liquid Kratom Extract

Try our Alcohol-Free Recipes We Love for Dry January

The good news? You don’t have to give those moments up. 

Here are a few of our favorite ways to pair Super Speciosa products with simple, refreshing mocktails that fit seamlessly into alcohol-free routines.

Watermelon Mocktail + Watermelon Tincture

Light, refreshing, and perfect for evenings when you want to relax without alcohol.

The Watermelon Tincture is ideal for mocktails because it blends easily into sparkling drinks and keeps the sipping ritual intact,  without overpowering the flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2–3 watermelon cubes

• ½ lime (juiced)

• ½ can watermelon Poppi

• Handful of berries (for garnish)

• Optional: 1 dropper of Watermelon Tincture

Muddle the watermelon and lime, add Poppi, stir gently, and garnish with berries.

Watch how it’s made: Watermelon Mocktail Video

This mocktail is a go-to for unwinding at night or bringing something fun and alcohol-free to social gatherings.

Very Berry Mocktail + Slingshot

Dry January doesn’t just change nights — it changes mornings and afternoons, too.

Slingshot fits naturally into daytime routines when you want a steady lift without alcohol or overdoing caffeine. Paired with a berry-forward mocktail, it’s a refreshing option for productivity or social sipping earlier in the day.

Ingredients:

• ¼ of a bottle of Super Speciosa Slingshot

• ¾ cup of Raspberry lemonade

• Top with Sparkling water

• Blackberry (for garnish)

Pour Slingshot over ice, top with raspberry lemonade and sparkling water, and garnish with a blackberry.

Bright, bubbly, and easy to make — this one works just as well at your desk as it does at a brunch or get-together.

Watch how it’s made: Blackberry Mocktail Video

Apple “Mimosa” Mocktail + Chill Vibes

When the evening calls for something calming but celebratory, Chill Vibes (Kava + Kratom Shot) fits beautifully into a slower, wind-down ritual.

This alcohol-free mocktail feels festive and cozy — perfect for winter nights or replacing a traditional cocktail moment.

Ingredients:

• ⅓ cup cranberry juice

• ⅓ cup sparkling apple cider

• Fresh cranberries & rosemary (for garnish)

• ¼ bottle of Super Feels Chill Vibes

Combine cranberry juice and sparkling apple cider, add Chill Vibes, stir gently, and garnish with cranberries and rosemary.

It’s a simple way to end the day feeling relaxed and intentional — without the next-day fog.

Final Thoughts: A Reset That Puts You First

Dry January isn’t about giving something up.
It’s about tuning in.

Whether you complete the whole month or simply become more mindful of your choices, the awareness carries forward, well beyond January.

Here’s to a clear-headed, balanced start to the year, with rituals that actually feel good.