As the world becomes increasingly health-conscious, more and more people are looking for delicious non-alcoholic drinks that deliver on taste, quality and style.
Whether you’re pregnant, trying to avoid or cut back on alcohol, or maybe just interested in exploring new options, non-alcoholic drinks are well worth a try.
There are countless options, from non-alcoholic beers and ciders to sparkling teas and alcohol-free spirits. While this might be a good thing, it can also mean you’re spoilt for choice!
In this blog, we have put together a round-up of the top 10 non-alcoholic drinks trending in 2022.
Pick any of them. You won’t be disappointed!
Sea Arch Coastal Juniper Spirit
Sea Arch coastal Juniper spirit is fitting as number one on our list. It can be enjoyed at any event where alcohol is available. A premium easy-to-serve alcohol-free tipple..
Whether you want to relax after a hard day at work, host a party, or surprise a loved one, Coastal Juniper spirit makes the perfect go-to sip.
Ingredients:
Coastal Juniper lives up to its name when it comes to the list of ingredients. The seaside botanicals of sea kelp and samphire with aromatic juniper lead the way. The rest of the 11 all-natural botanicals include blood orange, grapefruit, cardamom, coriander, sage and lemon.
How does it taste?
The taste is both layered and complex. Aromatic juniper is the initial hit, followed by the dry, slightly saline coastal herbs, blood orange and grapefruit add a bittersweet juiciness. Coriander for spice and a hint of cardamom brings a long warm finish.
How to serve it?
Being a gin-style spirit, it works well as a simple alcohol-free Gin and Tonic, or G & T. If you want to keep it simple, add a double measure with a squeeze of citrus and your favorite tonic poured over some ice cubes. Sea Arch calls this a Sea & T – works doesn’t it?!
Of course, this should not discourage you from getting creative, and Sea Arch lists quite a few mindful cocktail ideas on their website.
The Dry Dragon from Real Kombucha is a classy non-alcoholic drink that you can proudly serve at a dinner party or bring to a special event. It is a fermented non-alcoholic sparkling wine alternative made from premium quality teas. Being fermented means it is also better for your gut.
This drink walks, talks, and acts as a high-end alcoholic beverage without alcohol.
Ingredients:
The main ingredient is the Chinese Dragonwell Tea which has been roasted to retard the oxidation and preserve flavour.
In addition to this, Dry Dragon also contains grapefruit and sweet lemon flavours to add a citrusy element to the drink.
How does it taste?
Dry Dragon has the tartness and grassy undertones that are to be expected with a Kombucha but with a light flavour that is livened up by citrus. This adds freshness to the taste making it a perfect summer drink.
How to serve it?
Chill it well and serve in an elegant wine glass for a classy, flavourful drink.
You can also mix it up in cocktails.
Apple cider vinegar has long since been known for its medicinal properties but is also a delicious and healthy non-alcoholic drink.
Willy’s Organic Live Apple Cider Vinegar has the same classic taste as apple cider and contains “live mother,” a natural culture of bacteria that grows during the fermentation process and is healthy for your gut.
So if you’re looking for a drink option that offers good taste and improves your health, this is one to consider.
Ingredients:
Like all other good apple ciders, Willy’s Apple Cider is pure apple juice fermented into the classic taste that’s well-loved by cider enthusiasts. No added flavours at all.
How does it taste?
It has a sweet and tart taste and resembles that of apple juice with a cut of tartness and slight bitterness from the fermentation.
How to serve it?
Willy’s Apple Cider can be had by itself by diluting 1 to 2 teaspoons in water and serving cold, but the tartness might not be to everyone’s taste.
It can also be mixed and made into cocktails to provide acidity and a nice fruity flavour.
If there is one word for the entire lineup from Three Spirit, it’s ‘different.’ They describe it themselves as the ‘perfect party pick-up’, unique in both taste and style, a fantastic drink for all drink lovers to enjoy.
Ingredients:
The Livener brings an uplifting mix of ingredients to refresh and energise you. It contains a blend of watermelon, guava, ginger, ginseng, hibiscus, berries, and Amazonian holly.
How does it taste?
The taste is fresh and lively. Watermelon and guava create a light and uplifting taste. The berries and herbs add a grassy undertone and a dry feel, the hibiscus ensures a warm finish.
How to serve it?
Three Spirit recommends serving the Livener with tonic water, and we agree. The drink tastes extremely good with tonic. Other than that, the options for cocktails are always open.
Though not strictly non-alcoholic. The low-alcohol Chaga Lager is a good option for anyone who enjoys a good lager and wants to cut down on their alcohol consumption.
The very low concentration of 0.5% means that you can enjoy a chilled brewski or two without the negative effects associated with too much alcohol.
Ingredients:
The lager contains all the usual suspects like hops, barley, wheat, and oats. But it also includes cocoa, lemon, and some caramel for an added bit of taste. It also contains the chaga mushroom which is known as the ‘king of herbs’, it is used in functional medicine to support the immune system and reduce the impact of ageing. Although no such claims are made of this beer it’s all positive stuff for sure.
How does it taste?
The taste starts off neutral, followed by the smoky, rich flavour of the caramel malt. The body is sweet and citrusy, thanks to the lemon. The finish is dry with a bit of bitterness.
How to serve it?
Like any good Lager, this one deserves and demands to be drunk as it is. Just chuck a few in the fridge and pop one open when you want to have a nice, guilt-free sip of good-tasting lager.
Continuing the theme of low-alcohol drinks is the Wild Wave from Adnams. This low-alcohol cider is a good fit for a relaxing drink when you want to chill out by yourself or with friends.
Ingredients:
As this is a cider, it’s no surprise that the ingredient list isn’t extensive. This cider is brewed from a blend of several varieties of local British apples. That’s pretty much it!
How does it taste?
Wild Wave tastes just as you would expect from a fully-fermented cider. It is fruity and refreshing but also a bit tart.
How to serve it?
The Wild Wave cider is best served cold straight from the fridge and straight out of the can, or maybe dress it up over ice in a tall glass!
Are you looking for an excellent non-alcoholic nightcap to help you doze off after a hectic day?
Kin Euphorics Dream Light is the perfect spirit for you then! It has a good mix of tasty and calming ingredients to help quell those nerves and facilitate the voyage to the dreamland.
Ingredients:
The spirit contains a good mix of ingredients to help achieve a calming yet flavourful taste. These include Reishi Mushroom, American oak, gentian root, smoked salt, ginger, passionflower, licorice root, bourbon vanilla, cinnamon, chilli, rosemary, clove, and saffron.
How does it taste?
The drink has a rich smoky taste with hints of earthiness to help calm the mind and body, and that is all rounded off with a touch of warmth from the spices to further help ease the senses.
How to serve it?
As a nightcap, it is best served as a mocktail. The mixing options are as vast as your imagination, whether paired with oat milk and cinnamon or with cardamom, Nutella, and ashwagandha.
The latest batch of Alpos spirit is a rebalanced blend of ingredients and flavours to invigorate and uplift your mood and calm your senses.
You can enjoy this sensual blend just as a leisure drink or a nightcap.
Ingredients:
The CBD drink contains broad-spectrum hemp for a calming effect. It adds layers of flavour from various ingredients like yuzu, calamansi, rosemary, basil, coriander, dandelion, gentian root, cucumber, mint, and shiso.
How does it taste?
The taste has a pronounced citric cut, a bit of spice, and an earthy bitterness topped off with fresh notes from the mint and cucumber.
How to serve it?
The drink can be enjoyed as is, on the rocks, or mixed into various cocktails to help further enhance the flavours.
Are you looking for a non-alcoholic beer to satisfy your sweet tooth while still delivering on flavour?
The Bravus Raspberry Gose is the drink you’re looking for. A good option when you want something refreshing that you don’t have to fancy up with mixology to enjoy.
Ingredients:
Since it’s a Gose, malt and hops are a given. Other than that, the drink adds raspberries, pink Himalayan salt, and coriander to balance the flavours and make it a drink worth trying.
How does it taste?
The craft non-alcoholic beer is light and reasonably carbonated with a sweet and salty taste that is sure to have you hooked.
How to serve it?
It’s a beer! No fancy mixing here. Chill it well in the fridge and enjoy it straight from the can.
Want an alcohol-free alternative that delivers the same taste as a tequila without the alcohol? Mockingbird Spirit is a great option.
Embodying the spirit of the Mockingbird, it mimics the traditional taste of your favourite tequila, minus the next day hangover.
Ingredients:
Mockingbird uses the best quality Blue Agave which comes straight from the source in the town of Tequila, Mexico, giving it the same authenticity and quality as that of any good tequila.
Vanilla pods for sweetening, lemon for citrus notes, and the essential spicy, smoky hit from a dash of habanero, finished with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
It also contains Ashwagandha which is an adaptogen that helps the mind and body with stress and anxiety, thus giving you a little lift.
How does it taste?
Smoky, and citrusy with the signature tequila kick!
How to serve it?
You can serve it any way you would use tequila. It works well in margaritas, Palomas, and nearly any other drink or cocktail where you can traditionally use tequila.
It’s time to pick your favourite drink.
So what are you waiting for? Get out there and try some of the drinks from our list of the best non-alcoholic beverages trending in 2022!
Whether you’re looking for something to help you unwind after a long day or want a refreshing drink to enjoy with friends, we’ve got you covered.
Which one is your new favourite?
