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Dry January! How Non-Alcoholic Bar Owner Meg Hartman is Set to Thrive in 2025

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Ep. 50 Is it possible to run a successful bar without serving alcohol? Meg Hartman of Alt Bar thinks so, and she’s changing the game in Rochester, NY. Find out how Meg's innovative non-alcoholic bottle shop and bar is creating a welcoming space for everyone.

Whether you’re a business owner, an advocate for inclusivity, or simply curious about the growing non-alcoholic space, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.

Meg takes us on her inspiring journey from starting as a pop-up shop to launching a full-fledged brick-and-mortar space that’s redefining the social drinking experience.

We dive into:

  • The "why" behind AltBar: Meg’s personal and professional reasons for championing the non-alcoholic movement.
  • The evolution of AltBar: How Meg went from pop-ups to creating a vibrant community hub for NA enthusiasts.
  • The importance of the non-alcoholic movement: Why providing inclusive options is critical for changing the social narrative around alcohol.
  • Dealing with internet trolls: Meg’s strategies for staying focused on her mission and not feeding the critics.


    • Links and Resources:

    • www.altbarroc.com
    • Follow AltBar on https://www.instagram.com/altbarroc and https://www.facebook.com/altbarroc
    • Explore more about the non-alcoholic movement here.  https://nabeverages.org/
    • Explore Marshall Street Bar's Menu of Free-Spirited Options



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