Understanding the High Costs Behind Mocktails and Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Economy

1 year ago

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Mocktail prices in Washington, DC, range from $11 to $15 at fully non-alcoholic venues like Binge Bar and Moon Rabbit.
Criticism has emerged on social media, branding mocktails as "glorified juice," but bar owners defend the high-quality ingredients and intricate preparation involved.
Ingredients contribute to approximately 18% of a drink's pricing, while additional costs arise from labor, rent, and utilities.
Popular mocktail recipes involve complex combinations, such as Binge Bar's Cucumber Mangorita, which merges fresh produce with herbs and spices.
NA wines and beers are also gaining traction, with comparable pricing to alcoholic counterparts due to the process required to remove alcohol.

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