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Welcome back to Mocktail Mondays, a series dedicated to taking a break from alcohol with fun, non-alcoholic drink recipes from some of New Orleans’ best restaurants.

This week, owner David Wallace and wellness director Marica Lowe from Dream House Lounge, a mental and spiritual wellness lounge in the Central Business District, show us how to make their “ShroomTail” known as Dream Water. The Dream Water is a mix of tart and sweet, featuring the flavors of a special ananda strawberry elixir, sorrel and lime. Visit the Dream House Lounge at 401 Baronne St., New Orleans, LA, 70112.

Recipe:

Dream Water

1 Oz BARE Zero Proof Gin
2 Oz Sorrel
2 Dashful of Ananda Strawberry Elixir (Mushrooms)
Shake and strain over ice.
Top with:
3 Oz Avec Lime & Yuzu
Garnish with favorite dried fruit.

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Mocktail Mondays: Dream House Lounge

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March 25, 2024

					<h1>Mocktail Mondays: Dream House Lounge</h1>
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<p>This week, owner David Wallace and wellness director Marica Lowe from <a href="https://www.dhlounge.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dream House Lounge</a>, a mental and spiritual wellness lounge in the Central Business District, show us how to make their "ShroomTail" known as Dream Water. The Dream Water is a mix of tart and sweet, featuring the flavors of a special ananda strawberry elixir, sorrel and lime. Visit the Dream House Lounge at 401 Baronne St., New Orleans, LA, 70112.</p>
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<li>1 Oz BARE Zero Proof Gin&nbsp;</li>
<li>2 Oz Sorrel&nbsp;</li>
<li>2 Dashful of Ananda Strawberry Elixir (Mushrooms)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Shake and&nbsp;strain over ice.<br />Top with:&nbsp;</li>
<li>3 Oz Avec Lime &amp; Yuzu</li>
<li>Garnish with favorite dried fruit.</li>
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