Hooch Review
One monthly subscription, one free drink a day at partner bars — Hooch turns a $9.99 fee into an easy net positive.
Every drink easily costs more than the entire monthly subscription.
Our reviewerOne Free Drink a Day, More Than Worth the Subscription
Hooch promised one free drink a day at partner bars for $9.99 a month, and honestly, we didn't quite believe it. After trying it out, the app went above and beyond what we expected.
The mechanics are simple: download the app, browse nearby bars or check the map, and pick from three free drink options at each location. We tested it at nearly 20 bars and never got stuck with the cheapest option on the menu — we've redeemed everything from $20 cocktails to seasonal beers rarely found on tap.
Redemption at the bar takes seconds: pull the drink up in the app, show the bartender the confirmation screen once you've selected, and enjoy the round.
The math makes the subscription an easy call — a single redeemed drink typically costs more than the entire $9.99 monthly fee. New users get 7 days free to start, or a discount on their first month with a promo code.
Beyond the free drinks, Hooch pushed us toward bars we might never have tried otherwise, which turned out to be one of its more understated benefits.
Why We Love It
- A single redeemed drink often costs more than the entire month's subscription
- Simple in-app redemption — select, show the bartender, confirm
- Wide variety of drinks on offer, not just the cheapest options
- 7-day free trial, plus a discount on your first month with a promo code
Considerations
- Only one free drink can be redeemed per day
- Selection is limited to whichever three drinks each partner bar chooses to offer
Trying the Hooch App
We put the app to the test at nearly 20 different bars and came away impressed — the drinks ranged from $20 cocktails to seasonal beers rarely found on tap, not the well liquor we expected from a 'free drink' app.
Redemption is simple: pull up the app before ordering, pick your drink, and show the confirmation screen to the bartender. From there it's just a matter of enjoying the round.
Worth Exploring New Bars
Using Hooch pushed us toward bars we might never have tried otherwise — repeat visits are easy, but the app's real value is in the new spots it surfaces.
We Recommend This To Readers Who:
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Go out regularly
At $9.99 a month, a single redeemed drink usually covers the entire cost.
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Like discovering new bars
The app's map surfaces partner bars you might not otherwise try.
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Are 21 or older
The app is built entirely around bar and alcohol redemptions.
A Closer Look
What Hooch Costs
A single monthly subscription unlocks one free drink a day at any partner bar.
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Monthly SubscriptionPopular | $9.99 |
Good to Know
An Easy Win for Anyone Who Drinks Out
Hooch's daily free drink covers its own subscription cost within a single use, and the wide bar network makes it worth the download.
