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The Best Non-Alcoholic Drinks For When You’re Not Drinking For Whatever Reason
Aperitivo
Aperitivo is a simple pleasure in life; A time to come together, laugh, savour good food, connect, drink and let loose.
It’s a glorious moment in the day, where drinks are poured into the night, and sometimes are even re-visited in the morning.
It stems from the Latin word “aperire” which means to open. This captures the very essence of what the tradition of the Italian aperitivo is; to come together and open up, to have good conversation and stimulate the appetite.
Most social gatherings will overflow with alcoholic drinks, and for many years, people who were looking for alternative options were forced to sip on sparkling water or sugary mocktails.
However, as the demand for non-alcohol drinks has soared, the market has evolved to offer a range of options for every palette.
The Art of Creating the Perfect Drink
A great non-alcoholic (NA) drink will have all the elements of a great alcoholic one, that is, the perfect blend of bitter, sour, spicy and even salty flavours. These key components can achieve a similar effect to an alcoholic drink without using alcohol as a base. It is all a balancing act.
Sober-curious or not, below is a selection of my favourite non-alcoholic drinks for when you’re not drinking for whatever reason (no hangovers included):
Non-Alcoholic Drinks
About Ghia
Ghia is a spirits-free apéritif adapted for modern times. It’s an invitation — to take a moment for yourself, to watch the sunset, to move from work into play and to take care of your loved ones.
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Nourishing nervines, fragrant florals, bright citrus, each glass of Ghia tastes good and feels even better.
How To
Ghia can be sipped on its own for those who appreciate the bitter things or used as a mixer for a spritz or cocktail for those who want to shake things up.
Star Ingredients
Each glass contains potent extracts of the finest botanical ingredients carefully sourced from around the globe. The star ingredients are nervines, the medicinal plants used for centuries to slow stress and bring on energy. These herbs, fruits, and roots work together to boost and balance. Ghia keeps you calm, enhances your appetite, and soothes the soul. No sugar added. Only natural ingredients and plants in your drink. Ghia contains 3g of naturally occurring sugars per serving.
Kin
About Kin
Kin is a collection of uniquely non-alcoholic beverages made from adaptogens, nootropics, and botanics that let you indulge in a richer revelry. Their beverages are rich in healthful restorative pleasures that help you rise to every occasion. A blissful boost. A better mood. Zero blur.
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Grounded in a herbaceous palate, Kin High Rhode has notes of earthy florals, tart citrus, and warming spice. Notes of hibiscus and bitter ginger oil make High Rhode a proper tipple with a tart finish. Pineapple and ginger provide extra digestive support and a little sizzle.
How To
While High Rhode may be enjoyed at any time of day, this particular euphoric was designed–from form to formulation–to best serve the Happy Hour occasion. Mix with juices, sodas, and bitters to make it your own.
Star Ingredients
San Bitter
About San Bitter
Sanbittèr was born in 1961 as the first non-alcoholic aperitif in Italy. Since then, Sanbittèr has been the undisputed star of aperitifs in bars, from the most amateur to the most visited. Today it represents the emblem of the authentic quality Italian aperitif — a true cult drink that has conquered entire generations.
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Red, sparkling and cheerful.
How To
Serve Sanbittèr Rosso fresh from the fridge.
Figlia
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Fiore bottles the lushness of Italian gardens and the energy of sidewalk dinners in New York City. It is an ode to the spritz, a token of leisure and a reminder to take your time. It is for sipping with intention. Not for hangovers.
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Floral, Bitter, Aromatic with notes of Rose, Bitter Orange and Clove.
How To
We recommend Fiore poured over ice, adorned with an orange peel.
Aplos
About Aplos
Aplós is a hemp-infused non-alcoholic spirit designed to replicate the ritual of drinking a spirit.
Aplós is a recalibration — a chance to slow down and experience what we might usually ignore: the simple things that ultimately add more substance to our lives.
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Their debut flavor is citrus-led, bold and nuanced, with notes of ginger and rosemary.
How To
Just as with any traditional spirit, Aplós can be enjoyed neat, on-the-rocks, or mixed in an infinite number of cocktails.
Ingredients
Vegan, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Sugar Free. They use exceptional ingredients formulated to enhance the immediate pleasure of taste, and the slow pleasures of the mind that follow. With 20 mg of broad-spectrum hemp per serving, it offers a calming and uplifting effect without the negative effects of alcohol.
