Anika Sawni is one a mission....A mission to bring joy—and delicious beverage options—wherever she goes. As co-founder of the nonalcoholic beverage company Grüvi, alongside her brother Niki and their family-based team, Anika has built a business that embraces joy, great flavor, and deep connections with their enthusiastic community. Her efforts ... READ MORE

As one of the most celebrated bartenders in the country, Derek Brown has made a career of creating some of the best cocktails around. After reevaluating his relationship with alcohol several years ago, Derek had to also consider what that career would look like going forward. Happily for all of ... READ MORE

Mixologist, TV personality, entrepreneur, and beverage consultant, Lauren Paylor (LP) O'Brien, is a star of the beverage world who is taking the alcohol-free scene by storm. A seasoned bartender and winner of the first season of Netflix’s popular mixology competition, Drink Masters, LP is teaching the world what it means ... READ MORE

Susie Streelman set out to find like-minded companions on her alcohol-free journey and ended up creating a large and energized community full of support and connection. And she's just getting started. ... READ MORE

The female founders of the alcohol-free beverage world are taking charge of a traditionally male-dominated industry and nothing will stop them from serving the people who want and need great AF products. Cara Strickland sat down to talk with a few of these leaders to learn about the inspirations, the ... READ MORE

Dr. Michael Caldwell, Chief Medical Officer for Dry January USA, sat down with AFTER's Nicole Pietrandrea Hough to discuss the role of Dry January USA and where the alcohol-free movement is headed. Full video on YouTube! ... READ MORE

Robbie Shaw has dedicated his work to helping others in recovery and sharing the stories of the wellness world. His effectiveness lies in his frank candor about the trials of addiction, coupled with clinical knowledge of mental health issues, a pinch of real-world grit, and a healthy dose of laid-back ... READ MORE

Tawny Lara is the internet’s Sober Sexpert and she wears her title well. Her laid-back vibe makes her approachable on any topic. More significantly she holds a healthy and steadfast devotion to personal growth and communication as the key factors in any relationship—sexual or not—and isn’t afraid to share the ... READ MORE

For the cover of our Summer 2023 Issue. Chris Marshall of Austin's Sans Bar sat down with AFTER EIC Nicole Pietrandrea Hough to discuss the growth of the AF movement and creating connection for us all. ... READ MORE