Alcohol-Free Wine: Savour the Flavour, Skip the Buzz
If you’re starting a Dry January, we have a few options that don’t compromise quality. You can still be the life of the party.
Oddbird is a Scandinavian winery that specialises in low-to-no alcohol selections. This beautiful dry red GSM blend pairs excellently with lamb and steak. It’s made from Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre & Carignan grapes. It creates layers with different complexities, starting with red and black fruits and a sharp tannic entrance, then more mature fruits and spices, and finishing with a pleasant dryness.
If white’s more your thing, try this 100% organic blendfrom Oddbird. Crafted with care, Organic White Nº 2 is a delightful blend of Auxerrois, Pinot Blanc, and Riesling grapes. This exquisite wine offers a symphony of flavours, including zesty citrus, luscious, sweet fruits, rich honey, aromatic spices, and a hint of cardamom. Its vibrant acidity adds a refreshing edge. This wine undergoes a meticulous 12-month maturation process, fully developing its flavours before the alcohol is gently removed, preserving its essence and character.
Alcohol-Free Spirits: Mocktail Magic
Developed by a team of bartenders and scientists, Three Spirit's Social Elixir was the world’s first naturally uplifting, vegan-friendly, alcohol-free and gluten-free botanical spirit. More than just the hottest new non-alcoholic drink, this is the first of its kind and was launched exclusively through Harvey Nichols.
It’s an eclectic combination of mood-enhancing ingredients like yerba mate (a vitamin-rich South American plant), coconut vinegar, lion’s mane mushrooms, cacao and damiana – a renowned Mexican aphrodisiac. Ideal for sipping over ice, paired with soda or tonic, or as the base for a non-alcoholic Sour or Espresso Martini, this elixir promises a joyous, health-conscious, and socially engaging evening.
From the hills of Cape Town, South Africa, comes Abstinence Epilogue X. This innovative vegan-friendly spirit is a masterful fusion of peated, smoked, and dark-toasted malts. Blended with oak undertones and infused with the sweet essence of South African honeybush and rich flavours of vanilla and cassis. A hint of peppery warmth and a harmonious blend of smoky sweetness from the honey notes create a distinct whisky-like experience. Whether savoured neat, enjoyed over ice with a splash of soda, mixed into a refreshing concoction with ginger ale or cola and a lime twist, or crafted into a non-alcoholic variation of the classic Old Fashioned cocktail, this spirit offers a unique and satisfying drinking experience.
And lastly, from legendary distillery Sipsmith comes FreeGlider Juniper & Citrus Alcohol-Free gin. In their quest to create FreeGlider, the team meticulously tested over 100 ingredients, crafting 189 different iterations before finalising their unique formula. Their commitment stems from believing that choosing a non-alcoholic option shouldn't mean sacrificing quality or taste.
Ideal when mixed in a 1:3 ratio with premium tonic water, it also serves as a versatile base for crafting non-alcoholic versions of classic cocktails like Basil Smash, Clover Club, or Tom Collins. Whether navigating Dry January or embracing Sober October, FreeGlider offers a seamless and enjoyable transition.
