New Jersey has been in reopening phases over the last few weeks, and with it, has come a slight increase in hospitalizations in the last few days. In Hoboken, there have been 16 new COVID-19 cases since Saturday, and in Jersey City, 25.
“Don’t be the knucklehead who ruins it for everyone else,” Governor Phil Murphy said during a Coronavirus briefing this week. “The last thing any of us want to do is to put our restart on hold. This can happen. We don’t want it to happen,” he noted, sharing that reopening phases could be put on hold if spikes increased at a fast rate.
He implored New Jersey residents to wear masks and continue to practice social distancing.
In Jersey City, the highest spike happened on April 2nd at 270, and the city {of a population of 270,000+} has seen 6387 positive cases since testing began with 492 deaths. In Hoboken, {a city with 54,000+ residents}, the city has seen a total of 588 cases over the last few months and 30 deaths.
In Hoboken, Mayor Bhalla also shared in a Nixle alert, “If you have traveled out of state to any of these areas [with high rates of new cases], I strongly encourage you to get tested at least five days after returning at Riverside Medical, and to self-quarantine for a full 14 days. If at all possible, I also encourage all residents to postpone any type of travel to other states with high rates of new cases, such as Florida, Arizona, North Carolina, and more.”
Hoboken’s case rates for the last two weeks:
June 9: 0 new, confirmed COVID-19 cases
June 10: 1 new case
June 11: 0 new cases (with one removed from the previous total by the Hoboken Health Department)
June 12: 0 new cases
June 13: 0 new cases
June 14: 0 new cases
June 15: 0 new cases
June 16: 0 new cases
June 17: 1 new case
June 18: 0 new cases
June 19: 0 new cases
June 20: 7 new cases
June 21: 2 new cases
June 22: 2 new cases
June 23: 4 new cases
June 24: 1 new case
More updates as of June 25th, 2020 in Hoboken:
- – There are 588 cases as of June 25th, with 16 new cases as of Saturday 6/20 through Wednesday, 6/24.
- – There has been “slight uptick in cases related to travel outside of New Jersey to regions with a substantial rise in new cases,” according to a recent Nixle alert.
- – There have been 30 deaths as of June 25th in Hoboken from COVID-19, all of which are 51 years old and over.
- – Hoboken is offering antibody testing — the details.
- – 330 residents have fully recovered, according to the Hoboken Department of Health.
- – The Mayor signed an executive order regarding new regulations for outdoor dining in Hoboken — the details.
- – Street sweeping resumed in Hoboken on May 18th.
- – The Riverside Medical Group has a COVID-19 testing center in North Hoboken for all Hoboken residents and employees of Hoboken businesses. In order to be tested, you must call 201-420-5621, Monday through Friday from 9:00AM until 5:00PM to register for an appointment.
- -The City is testing all residents for antibodies — residents must register online at http://www.hobokennj.gov/
antibody to get tested and will then be sent an appointment time; walk-ins will not be permitted. - – Prompt MD is offering COVID-19 testing at 309 1st Street. Schedule a tele-visit for a pre-COVID-19 test screening here.
- – Please check the RidePATH app for real-time information about transport.-Garbage and recycling is still permitted to be put out at 4:00PM citywide.
- -HOP services have been shut down with the exception of the senior shuttle.
- -If you’re ordering delivery or takeout from local Hoboken businesses, a quick and easy way to give the business a few extra dollars is to order directly by calling the business, as opposed to mobile applications like Grubhub and Seamless, which charge a service fee.
- -Although meter regulations will remain in effect, individuals who receive a parking ticket and believe it was issued in error or there are extenuating circumstances do not need a Court appearance and can instead plead by mail, according to new rules announced by the New Jersey Supreme Court. Download the form here.
- – All short-term rentals, including Airbnb, are now prohibited until further notice in Hoboken, following an order issued via Nixle alert.
- – Hoboken’s Office of Emergency Management and the Hoboken CERT Team is organizing a food resource center at the former YMCA at 13th and Washington Street for donations of food and goods — the types of goods to donate, how to donate, and volunteer opportunities will be announced in the next few days.
- – Trader Joe’s + Walgreens in Hoboken have created designated office hours for seniors between 8:00AM-9:00AM on a daily basis. “During this hour, the store won’t be closed to all other customers, but rather seniors will be given preference to enter the store,” he explained. “Trader Joe’s is instituting a 50-person occupancy limit as well, with only half of the registers remaining open in order to create social distancing from 9:00AM-10:00AM daily. Walgreens has also created an hour specifically for seniors {55 and older} between 8:00AM and 9:00AM every Tuesday. Starting Friday, April 3rd, ShopRite will close at 8:00PM. It will continue to have senior hours between 7:00AM-8:00AM.
- – The Hoboken Community Center is collecting and distributing food for those in need via their food pantry— donations can be made here, and food donations can be made through an Amazon wish-list here.
- Due to a drop in ridership, NY Waterway has suspended its trans-Hudson rides till further notice.
- – A local resident has put together a signup sheet to help those who are unable to go out of the house right now due to the pandemic. Check out the google sheet to sign up to help or be helped here.
- – Every night at 7:00PM, join the Hoboken Girl team in showing our gratitude for those working on the frontlines of this pandemic — we’ll be doing a Hoboken + JC wide clap. Get more information here.
- – The “Grab + Go” breakfast + lunch meal service at Hoboken High School has now been expanded for all families in need of a meal {regardless of whether or not your child qualifies for a free or reduced lunch}. The Meal service will run from 8:30AM-10:30AM at the 9th Street side door of Hoboken High School, according to a Nixle alert.
- – The two Community Emergency Response Team {CERT} COVID-19 hotlines for general information and for seniors will operate with new hours of operation, between 9:00AM-6:00PM; these hotlines are General Hoboken COVID-19 hotline at 201-420-5620 and Senior COVID-19 hotline at 201-420-5625.
Updates as of June 25th, 2020 in Jersey City:
From Mayor Fulop’s Facebook Page:
- There are 6,387 positive cases in Jersey City as of June 25th. Track Jersey City’s numbers daily here.
- – There have been 492 total deaths, which range from age 16 to 75+ years of age.
- – Jersey City has a number of testing locations for residents, according to Mayor Fulop. The two locations are a walk-up testing center for all Jersey City residents at 140 MLK Drive {in the Mary McLeod Bethune Life Center} and a drive-thru location at the former DPW Complex 575 NJ-440, Jersey City. The city is providing free testing to any resident requesting it, even those without symptoms. Please call for appointments between 9:00AM-5:00PM seven days a week. The number to schedule an appointment is 201-547-5535. For those getting tested at the 465 Marin Boulevard walk-up site, appointments are no longer required.
- The City began antibody testing on Monday, May 4th.
- – The City of Jersey City has joined forces with three hotels to provide more shelter for the city’s homeless residents, as well as expanded “public accessible shower program, [and] we expanded the care/sanitary kits we’re giving our homeless residents as they come for assistance,” according to Mayor Fulop via Twitter.
- -All bars, malls, movie theaters, daycares, fitness centers, schools, etc. remain closed. Laundry mats are open.
- -To facilitate additional parking relief for residents, school parking lots will be open to the general public while schools are closed.
- -Schools are open serving food daily to students in need/rely on free breakfast/lunch.
- – City government is still open for services. Call 201-547-4900 to make an appointment. Residents are encouraged to sign up for city’s SwiftReach alert system for advisories and updates.
- – Jersey City is offering an exclusive hotline for supermarket/food store worker testing — call 201-547-6800 to make an appointment to be tested. The locations are 465 Marin Boulevard, Jersey City and a drive-thru location at the former DPW Complex 575 NJ-440, Jersey City — you must show your work ID and must have symptoms to be tested.
- A number of Jersey City streets have resumed street sweeper rules as of Monday, April 27th. Street sweeping of all other streets resumed on Monday, May 4th, as well as parking enforcement. Find more information at jcnj.org/parking.
Statewide New Jersey Updates As of June 25th
- — On June 9th, Gov. Murphy has raised the limit on indoor and outdoor gatherings, he tweeted; he’s also signed an executive order lifting the statewide stay-at-home order, he tweeted.
- — Gov. Phil Murphy has announced 169,892 confirmed cases.
- – New Jersey has set up a number of COVID-19 testing centers — find the list + FAQs here.
- — On Thursday, July 2nd, indoor dining can resume at 25% capacity and casinos can reopen + operate at 25% capacity, according to Gov. Murphy.
- — Retail shopping malls will be allowed to reopen on June 29th, according to Gov. Murphy.
- — Hudson County has 18,771 confirmed cases, according to Gov. Murphy.
- — “Outdoor gatherings may now increase from 100 to 250 persons maximum,” according to Gov. Muphy.
- — On Monday, June 15th, outdoor dining at restaurants began, non-essential in-person retail can begin and on Monday, June 22nd, salons and barbershops opened in NJ according to Gov. Murphy.
- — On Monday, April 27th, Gov. Murphy announced a plan for the responsible reopening of New Jersey — the full story here.
- – Statewide, NJ have reopened as of Saturday, May 2nd, as well as golf courses and county parks, Gov. Murphy tweeted.
- – Schools in the state are closed for the rest of the academic year. The full story.
- – Hudson Regional Hospital in Secaucus will also be offering appointment-only testing.
- – Mount Sinai is currently taking COVID-19 plasma donations from patients who “had COVID-19 and have recovered” as their blood “may contain antibodies that fight the virus and can help critically ill people.” If you’d like to be screened as a volunteer, click here.
What to do if you feel sick:
As a reminder the first step is not to go to the ER, it is to go to your doctor. As an additional resource, find a health center near you here.
If you have questions, call the Coronavirus hotlines:
The hotline for general COVID-19 issues pertaining to Hoboken: 201-420-5620
The hotline for seniors needing assistance: 201-420-5626
You may also contact the Hoboken Health Department at 201-420-2000 ext. 5211
In Jersey City, call 201-547-5208 before going to a medical facility.
New Jersey hotline for Coronavirus:
800-222-1222
Emergency alert sign-up:
To sign up for emergency alerts, text your zip code to: 888777.
To keep track of the # of confirmed positive Coronavirus cases in New Jersey, click here. It is updated by the hour.
Again, we will keep you updated on this developing news. For additional resources, consult the New Jersey Department of Health, the CDC’s FAQ page, and the CDC’s COVID-19 page.
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A Guide to Mocktails in Hoboken + Jersey City
Whether you’re observing Dry January or just want to try something different, mocktails have come a long way from the sugary-sweet Shirley Temples of the past. Mocktails are a great refreshment to enjoy when looking for a non-alcoholic beverage. They're fun to enjoy while socializing, having a nice meal, or sipping after a long day. You can find these drinks at an increasing number of bars and restaurants and we have made a list for you in Hoboken and Jersey City. Read on for a comprehensive list of where to find mocktails in Hoboken + Jersey City.
Hoboken
The Ainsworth | 310 Sinatra Drive
Patrons can still enjoy the buzzing energy of the Ainsworth while sipping a non-alcoholic beverage. On the menu is Lagunitas non-alcoholic Hoppy seltzer and a variety of non-alcoholic beers.
Antique Bar + Bakery | 122 Willow Avenue
For the last 30 years, Antique Bakery has been serving Hoboken residents, even Frank Sinatra, fresh baked goods. For the last five years, the bakery has been turned into a bar serving a full menu of artisanal cocktails in addition to specialty bread and baked goods. Guests can also enjoy specialty mocktails including the Mr. Freedom, which is made with fresh watermelon, mint, and fresh-squeezed lime.
Another mocktail is the Johnny Friendly, made with fresh zesty ginger, sage, freshly squeezed lemon, and a touch of agave. The final mocktail on the menu is the All the Way, which is made with charred blackberries that are made right in the famous coal-fired oven, freshly squeezed lemon juice, topped with sparkling water for some extra bubbles.
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Belo Bar | 104 Hudson Street
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Belo Bar is a piano bar with live music and a whole lot of jazz and good vibes. There is friendly service, cocktails, and a large variety of wines from all over the world. The menu has small plates from all different cuisines and in addition, the bar serves up mocktails. Upon request, the bartender can make any drink into a mocktail.
Byrd | 800 Jackson Street
Byrd is one of Hoboken’s newest restaurants that entered the scene back in 2024. This spot has menu items like the Non #1 with raspberry, chamomile, and Murray River salt, the Non #2 with caramelized pear and ginger, or a Notch non-alcoholic pilsner.
Chango Kitchen | 301 Willow Avenue
Chango Kitchen is a delicious Latin kitchen. On the menu, locals can find Cuban mojitos, piña coladas, margaritas, and daiquiris that come non-alcoholic with the option to BYOB and add-in. The Chango Kitchen website states “We are happy to mix your favorite drinks. You bring the liquor and we’ll do the blending.”
Dear Maud | 205 1st Street
Cocktails are Dear Maud’s specialty and mocktails are no exception. With three tasty zero-proof creations, locals can try the Sunrise to Sunset with cucumber, pineapple, lemon, agave, sunrise tropical, and orchid, the Sesame Milk Tea with toasted sesame, oat milk, earl grey tea and agave, or the Virgin Buck with ginger tea, honey, lemon and rosemary. Non-alcoholic beer is also available.
Halifax | W Hotel, 225 River Street
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Located on the waterfront in Hoboken, Halifax is in the W hotel and serves mocktails that embrace all the flavors of a cocktail, without the hangover, of course. The bartender uses basic juices including orange and pineapple with simple syrup, grenadine, lemon, and lime juice. Maraschino cherries, basil, herbs, and elaborate garnishes are used to spice up the drinks.
The Hoboken Biergarten | 1422 Grand Street
Beer lovers looking for a non-alcoholic fix can choose from a list of five non-alcoholic beers and seltzers at The Hoboken Biergarten. The menu includes Clausthaler Grapefruit Shandy, Guinness Draught, Lagunitas Hoppy Seltzer, Clausthaler Lager, and Sam Adams Just The Haze.
Hudson Golf | 16 Hudson Place
This indoor golf simulator also serves up food and drinks — including mocktails. The Golf Lessons cocktail can also be made as a mocktail, and includes grapefruit, coconut water, lemon, and a splash of ginger beer.
Little Bar | 1401 Hudson Street
Founded by the same team behind Halifax, Little Bar opened its doors in November 2023. It has a variety of drink choices and seafood selections. For those looking for non-alcoholic options, mocktails are available upon request.
Martha's | 25 12th Street
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Martha's in Hoboken is known for its upscale American-style comfort food and stand-out cocktails. Now on the menu are creative hot and cold mocktails like homemade hot apple cider, adults only Ghirardelli hot cocoa, and the Flores Para Siempre, which has fresh and floral notes of hibiscus, ginger and vanilla.
Olivia's | 1038 Garden Street
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This Mediterranean spot has a variety of dedicated mocktails on the menu including the Mare Nostrum, the Aguamala, and the El Shirley Temple. Some ingredients that are used include pineapple, lime juice, wild berries, and elderflowers.
Orale Mexican Kitchen | 1426 Willow Avenue, Hoboken + 341 Grove Street, Jersey City
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When Mexican food is calling, always answer! If a boozy margarita isn’t in the future but you still want to enjoy the flavors, try enjoying a margarita mocktail. The virgin piña colada combines pineapple, coconut, and lime to create a sweet, tasty dinnertime treat.
Panela | 36-42 Newark Street
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Latin American restaurant Panela has a lineup of mocktails to pair with its dishes. One mocktail option is the Panela Punch, made with guava, pineapple, passionfruit, orange, orgeat, and lime. If looking for a non-alcoholic version of a Piña Colada, Panela has its own twist on the drink. The Chincha Colada is made with chicha morada, coconut cream, pineapple, orange, and lime.
Saku | 936 Park Avenue
Saku, an innovative and eclectic sushi spot in Hoboken is a local go-to with an extensive menu. Some non-alcoholic highlights include the Yuzu Lemonade Mocktail and Orange + Lychee Mocktail.
Sirenetta | 1039 Washington Street
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Right across the street from Sorellina’s Wine Bar lies Sirenetta Oyster Bar, its sister restaurant. The bar has a mocktail menu, organized by flavor profile: refreshing, spicy, or sweet. The idea is for servers to ask what style of mocktail guests would like, and then the bar makes them a drink based on their preference.
Sorellina | 1036 Washington Street
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Sorellina is an Italian kitchen and wine bar located on Washington Street. With a selection of over 100 wines, the restaurant also serves up mocktails. One of the most popular mocktails is the Basilica, which is served with white grapefruit, honey, basil, and club soda.
Jersey City
The Alps | 351 Palisade Avenue
The Alps in Jersey City Heights is rolling out some tasty non-alcoholic options this January. In addition to the usual cocktails and bar menu The Alps will be serving Phony Negronis, St. Argetis Amaro Falso, Casamara Club Como Alpine Soda and more. Owner, Chris even took to Instagram to share a PSA to kick off Dry January.
Ani Ramen House | 218 Newark Avenue
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Located in downtown Jersey City on Newark Avenue, Ani Ramen House has a large selection of mocktails for any taste. Customers can choose from the Kobe Refresher, Kyoto Grapefruit Fizz, or the Strawberry Sendai. The Kobe Refresher is a fan favorite and is made with oolong, lychee, ginger, and lemon for a refreshing, sweet taste.
The Archer | 176 Newark Avenue
The Archer’s innovative cocktails and mocktails are always a stand-out in Jersey City. This season, mocktail menu items include a Salted Pretzel Horchata, the Blackberry Jab, the Maiden Mother, and the Snake Oil which is a coffee-inspired treat. Non-alcoholic beers and Best Day Kolsch Style are also available in cans.
Barcade | 163 Newark Avenue
Arcade games and cocktails (or mocktails) go hand-in-hand. This year, Barcade is serving up two delicious mocktails including the Pseudo Fruito and the Rainy Day Real Estate made with pineapple, fresh lime, and ginger beer.
Batello | 502 Washington Boulevard
Batello in Jersey City is the ultimate date night destination. Aside from an extensive list of cocktails and dinner items, the restaurant is also serving a seasonal cocktail called Red Moon Rising that features blood orange, lime, yuzu, pink peppercorn syrup, and club soda.
Better Days | 143 Newark Avenue
Better Days has become a brunch hot spot in Downtown Jersey City with dozens of cocktails, wines, and spirits. The restaurant also has a list of mocktails including the False Gimlet, Hibiscus Paloma, Passion Virgin Colada, and the Better Days Garden Cup which has Seedlip Garden 108, rosemary, fresh lemon, blackberries, and cucumber.
The Boil | 8 Erie Street
Popular Cajun seafood restaurant, The Boil is serving up an array of fruity mocktails. On the menu is the Guava Mule, the Big Easy Elixir which has lychee, lime, and ginger beer, and the Crescent City Cooler with fresh watermelon and lime juice.
dullboy | 364 Grove Street
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Located in downtown Jersey City, dullboy is known for its specialty cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. The Missy’s Horcha-ta-ta-ta is a twist on the Mexican horchata drink, made with toasted coconut, almond, rice milk, coconut water, and cinnamon. Another option is The Silvia, made with fresh pineapple, ginger, honey, and lemon. dullboy also makes a house rum blend — non-alcoholic, of course.
Frankie | 264 Grove Street
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The sunny and bright atmosphere at this downtown restaurant is a great fit for the flavorful, fresh, and seasonal menu, and the mocktails are no exception.
Franklin Social | 292 Barrow Street
Next time you’re dining at Franklin Social take a look at the “Free Spirited” section of the menu. This section encompasses a list of refreshing mocktails such as the Sunrise Brew, Creamsicle Cooler, Zested Ember, Tropic’s Breeze, and Hemingway’s Handshake which combines lemon, grapefruit, lemon-lime oleo, and saline. Non-alcoholic beer is also available. After dining at Franklin Social head upstairs to The Junto Attic Bar to create your very own customizable mocktail by ordering the Dealer's Choice.
Hudson Hound | 8 Erie Street
Hudson Hound knows how to serve a delicious mocktail. With menu items like the Madame Lavender, Sober Spritz, and Charlie Cherub, patrons have plenty of unique options to choose from.
The Hutton | 225 Hudson Street
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The Hutton in Jersey City Heights is taking a non-alcoholic twist on classic cocktails this season. With The Hutton Mock-A-Rita, and a Blood Orange Spritz, and Mock-Jitos with multiple puree options, patrons are in for a treat.
Jane Doe | 333 Newark Avenue
Plan a Dry January date night at Jane Doe in Jersey City to try one of the two unique mocktail creations. On the menu is The Silvia which is made from fresh pineapple, Thai tea, lemon, and sparkling water or The Ichigo which has non-alcoholic Amaro Lucano, cinnamon-miso, lemon, sparkling water, and mint.
The Kitchen Step | 500 Jersey Avenue
Mocktails are here to stay at The Kitchen Step in Downtown Jersey City. Aside from St Agrestis Phony Negroni, Tost Non-Alcoholic Rosé, and Bucha Bae Cold Brew Kombucha, the restaurant has also created the Hibiscus Kiss and the Big Apple Fizz for patrons looking for alcohol-free options.
Luna | 279 Grove Street
While Luna is known for its out-of-this-world espresso martinis, they are also experts in the mocktail game. With handcrafted non-alcoholic options like the Femina, Manjito, Green Day Teacher’s Pet, Spice Up Your Life, and You’ve Been Red there’s something for everyone’s favorite flavor profile.
Madame | 390 4th Street
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The vibes at Madame are like something out of a movie. The food and drink menu are also star-worthy. Madame has three memorable zero-proof cocktails to choose from including the George Sand, Camille Dugast, and a Phony Negroni.
Mathews Food + Drink | 351 Grove Street
Besides non-alcoholic beers, Mathews Food and Drink is featuring two tasty mocktail options. The Spirit Spritz is made from Lyre’s Italian Orange, orange bitters, and lemon while the Mango + Dreams also features Lyre’s Italian Orange, mango, grapefruit, lime, and simple syrup.
O’Hara’s Downtown | 172 1st Street
O’Hara’s Downtown is sharing two mocktail creations that sound like a 10/10. First, the Hibiscus Coconut with Caribbean hibiscus, fresh lemon justice, coconut milk, and cream, and second The Jungle Bird with Ritual Non-Alcoholic Tequila, DHOS Non-Alcoholic Aperitif, pineapple, coconut, lime, tiki bitters, and nutmeg.
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Rooftop at Exchange Place | 1 Exchange Place
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The Rooftop at Exchange Place — a rooftop bar that overlooks the Manhattan skyline in JC — serves up a variety of mocktails. For the winter, this spot has mocktail options like The Fruit of the Flower drink and a Pineapple Mint Breeze.
The Roxy | 66 Monitor Street
The Roxy was voted Jersey City’s Best New Dinner Spot by HG readers in 2024. As the restaurant continues to thrive, so does the stellar menu here. The Roxy is currently serving up two Low ABV housemade kombucha drinks for those looking for an alternative. One has flavors of orange and vanilla while the other has notes of apple and oak.
Under the Boot | 116 Newark Avenue
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Situated below Boots + Bones, this speakeasy serves up colorful drinks with unique names. The Quiet Lady is a mocktail made with fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and club soda, and served with habanero cubes. For a sweeter mocktail choice, The Cheeky Boy is made with mango puree, and fresh lemon juice, and topped with ginger beer.
