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But in the company of supportive loved ones, it certainly doesnt have to be.

Were finally beginning to recognize that alcohol doesnt have to owncelebration, connection, and socializing.

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Emily Heintz, founder of alcohol-free drink retailer Sechey

That certainly extends to celebratory events, too.

Below, find seven tips from experts in sobriety for doing just that this holiday season.

7 dos and donts of celebrating the holidays with sober friends and family members

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ICYMI: The drinks market has beenoverflowingwith new alcohol alternativesover the past couple years.

(And be sure to label them clearly.)

Thats where hemp- and adaptogen-based beverages, as well as ready-to-drink botanical-based teas and aperitifs come into play.

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In particular, Heintz recommends theGinger Spritz aperitif from Ghiaand theadaptogenic Liviner spirit from Three Spirits.

or We have cocktails that we can make with or without alcohol.

What can I get you?

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Especially because no reason is also a valid reason not to drink.

So, it doesnt make much sense to take a stab at convince them otherwise.

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