- These days mocktails are having a moment, and mixologists everywhere are getting seriously creative.

I checked out Charlotte's nightlife scene at a converted church and a 19th floor rooftop and discovered some very tasty options for mocktails in the city.

[relaxed music] I'm heading out to two destinations that are redefining what a night out can taste like.

Vanessa.

Hey sweetie.

- Hi, Aunt Debbie.

- I did not explore on my own.

I invited my niece, Vanessa Tyler, a Charlotte local, to join me for mocktails in the city, and the first place we're stopping is right here.

It's called Leluia Hall, and it's this gorgeous church inside.

They've got incredible mocktails.

Let's go check 'em out.

- Let's go.

- All right.

Leluia Hall is a historic gem that's been a part of the Dilworth neighborhood for more than 100 years.

- The name, as far as I understand, was chosen because if you take Leluia Hall, and you move hall to the beginning, it becomes hallelujah.

They wanted to keep parts of the historical nature of the building, so some of the hanging lights are from the original church.

They opened up the ceiling to show the rafters.

The vibe is very celebratory.

We get a lot of guests here who are celebrating special events in their life, which we really enjoy.

We created our cocktail program to pair up specifically with the tropical nature of the food that we serve here, as well as our delicious steak program.

I'm gonna be making the Chicha Morada, which is based on a traditional Peruvian drink that's made from purple corn.

- [Deborah] House-made syrups, infused herbs, and fresh citrus build drinks with depth, character, and just the right amount of flare.

[liquid sloshing] - [Rhea] The second one is called Passionately Yours, and this one was created for adults who want to have a cocktail without the alcoholic side effects or the taste.

- Rhea, these look like works of art.

- Thank you.

- [Deborah] Leluia's spirit-free cocktails are designed to enhance the menu.

- Our yellowtail crudo.

- Oo.

- And this pairs exceptionally well with the Passionately Yours cocktail right here.

- That looks lovely.

[diners chatting] - Cheers.

- Thank you.

- [Vanessa] Thank you.

These look amazing.

- We can still say cheers.

- Cheers.

- Even though there's no alcohol.

[laughs] - That's delicious.

- Isn't it?

I knew you were gonna like it.

[relaxed music] Just a short right away and much higher up, another spot is taking spirit-free cocktails to new heights, Merchant and Trade.

Isn't this pretty?

- It is.

- [Deborah] Got a great view of Charlotte.

Located at the top of the Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel, combines sweeping city views with modern mixology and a standout zero-proof menu.

- Currently we have three zero-proof cocktails on our menu.

Our two lead bartenders pretty much come up with all the ideas that we have.

Whatever their brainchild, whatever their mad scientist they have going on, they just come up with these things.

We have a lot of 'em that are pretty much health conscious, like the Bobcat Territory has like a lion's mane mushroom syrup.

Names are kind of reminiscent to things that are local around here.

You have the Gold line, which is our transit system, and then you have Endless Vacation.

- This first cocktail that we have right here will be called the Gold Line.

- Can I try it?

- Sure.

- [Deborah] The zero-proof drinks here are designed with food in mind.

Herbaceous forward cocktails brighten rich and savory bites.

- The Gold Line pairs well with the pork belly tacos because it has turmeric, and it has also in the pork belly tacos, a little bit of spices.

- It's got a little pineapple on there and some pickled onion.

In the same way you just drink a regular cocktail, this is so rich and delicious.

Charlotte's zero-proof scene is bursting with flavor, creativity, and possibility.

There's one called The Endless Vacation.

I tried the Gold Line.

- Okay.

- That one's good.

I'm gonna have the Bobcat Territory.

- [Server] Okay.

- [Deborah] It proves you do not need spirits to raise your spirits.

And with great company, it's even better.

- Awesome, thank you.

- Yeah, cheers, ladies.

- Ooh, that looks good.

- And we will cheers.

- Of course.

Cheers.

Leluia Hall is located at 1829 Cleveland Avenue in Charlotte.

For more information, give them a call at [704] 248-2512 or visit them online at leluiahall.com.

Merchant and Trade is located on the rooftop of the Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel at 303 South Church Street.

For more information, call [704] 445-2550, or find them online at merchantandtrade.com.