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Apéritif alternatives, sparkling tea and British bitters: the best new non-alcoholic drinks on the market
These low- or no-alcohol but full-flavoured beverages are perfect for shaking up a summer spritz or creating a grown-up soft drinks list for the moderation movement
With the rise in alcohol moderation and sober-curious guests, operators need to offer a wide range of alcohol-free alternatives to cater to those who want all the taste without the after-effects. Your alcohol-free offering should be more than just a soft serve: for example, the new generation of alcohol-free wines from French brand moderato is produced by extracting the aroma of regular wine to add more body to the free-from experience, and a sommelier is behind the Copenhagen sparkling tea range, where the delicate flavours of the fizz can create a subtly flavoured match for desserts. This is alcohol-free for the more sophisticated palate.
Find a new option for your low and no menu below.
De-alcoholised wine with a full-bodied aroma
French de-alcoholised wine brand moderato has launched Cuvée Révolutionnaire, a new line of low-alcohol wines. The 0.5% abv range comprises four wines: zesty Colombard, spiced Merlot-Tannat with notes of black fruits and vanilla, 100% merlot Blanc de Noir, and Gros Manseng Merlot rosé. For the new wines, which have been designed to be enjoyed with food, moderato has used the technique of aroma recovery, or True2Aroma, during the low-temperature vacuum distillation of the base wines, which allows the aromas to be separated from the extracted alcohol and then added back to the end product.
Price From £6.70
A British twist on the aperitivo
Mother Root is adding the limited-edition Marmalade Switchel to its non-alcoholic, small-batch apéritif range. Marmalade Switchel, a blend of blood orange, bitter Seville orange, cardamom and green tea combined with apple cider vinegar, can be mixed with soda for a bittersweet alcohol-free spritz or added to cocktails or fizz.
Price 480ml bottle, £18.67
Sparkling tea for dessert matching
Wine distributor Fells is adding Copenhagen sparkling tea to its portfolio. Copenhagen Sparkling Tea was founded by sommelier Jacob Kocemba in his search for the perfect drinks match for dessert, using techniques similar to those used in winemaking. It is available in six flavours, with both no-alcohol (0% abv) and low-alcohol (5% abv) options.
Price 75cl bottle, from £18.44
British bitters brand debut
British bitters brand the Bitter Club has launched in three flavours: grapefruit and elderberry, cinnamon and orange, and hibiscus and rose. The bitters are presented in fragrance-inspired dropper bottles and are made with ingredients predominantly sourced in the UK. The bitters have no artificial additives, sugar or flavourings.
Price 100ml bottle, £8.80
Sparkling waters for wellbeing
Sweet Freedom has introduced a line of sparkling waters called Sweet Freedom Fizz. Available in four flavours, these drinks are free from artificial sweeteners, flavours and refined sugar, as well as being low calorie and including ingredients to support wellbeing. The lime and mint flavour features guarana and kola nuts, offering a natural boost in energy; raspberry and cranberry is made with acerola fruit, rich in vitamin C; mango and mandarin includes schisandra berry, which can support nervous system function; and pineapple and coconut showcases dandelion leaves rich in vitamins and minerals.
Price Case of 12 cans, £10.20
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