11 Nonalcoholic Spirits to Try for Dry January and Beyond
- 1/11
Bitter Apertivo
Ghia, the nonalcoholic apéritif you've probably seen on a vibey Instagram grid, is all over the app for a reason (aside from its photo-worthy bottle). Composed of natural flavors like elderflower and fig, and natural nervines (herbs believed to help treat anxiety), the plant-derived beverage brings herbaceous, energizing notes to your glass without the added sugar or morning-after sluggishness. Mix with fruit juice, bubbles, or fresh herbs, and post—I mean, sip away. $33, Ghia. Get it now! - 2/11
High Rhode
Kin combines adaptogens (plants believed to reduce stress), nootropics (supplements believed to enhance cognitive performance), and botanics to create its line of flavorful, sans-booze beverages that are as versatile as they are aesthetically pleasing. Choose between ready-to-drink spritzes and mixable spirits to turn up with friends or wind down for a great night's sleep. $39, Kin. Get it now! - 3/11
Seedlip Grove 42 Non-Alcoholic Spirit
In 2015, Seedlip launched the first distilled nonalcoholic spirit, with a mission to deliver sophisticated, no-ABV beverages that are flavorful and complex (not the pink, sugary drink that inspired founder Ben Branson to create something better). The acclaimed brand offers three distinct blends (Grove, Spice, and Garden), compatible with a range of cocktails including the Paloma, Moscow Mule, and hot toddy. $35, Amazon. Get it now! Yahoo News is better in the app
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- 4/11
Hemp-Infused Nonalcoholic Spirit
As the industry's first hemp-infused nonalcoholic spirit, Aplós is one to watch. Hailing from Hudson, New York, the brand's debut blend is organically grown and sugar-free, and uses active compounds called cannabinoids, which may help regulate mood and sleep. Available in small batches now, the plant-based beverage is pure and potent, and delivers nuanced notes of rosemary, cardamom, and citrus. Enjoy neat, on the rocks, or in one of Aplós's recommended recipes. $48, Aplós. Get it now! - 5/11
Monday Zero Alcohol Gin
If you're big on G&T's, Monday Zero will keep you happy during Dry January or any other time you're not feeling like the real thing. The family-owned Southern California distillery's aromatic mix of juniper, spices, and natural botanicals is free of gluten and sugar—and the Art Deco details will look opulent on top of any bar cart or kitchen counter. $40, Food52. Get it now! - 6/11
Ritual Zero Proof Tequila Alternative
Ritual Zero Proof mimics traditional spirits so you can keep clinking glasses with family and friends without having to turn over your keys for the night. Fusing exotic botanicals while extracting the essence of blue agave, the popular liquor alternative will help keep the festivities flowing while letting you to enjoy activities you wouldn't otherwise do after a few drinks (think margs followed by a hike). $27, Amazon. Get it now! Yahoo News is better in the app
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- 7/11
TÖST Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Beverage
Anyone missing bubbly can stay lifted with this sparkling, dry blend of white tea, white cranberry, and ginger, which will pair great with your culinary creations in the new year. This top-rated refreshment is a reminder that there's plenty to toast to, Dry January or not. $99, Food52. Get it now! - 8/11
No. 1 Booze-Free Cocktails
Meet Curious Elixr No. 1, an herbaceous ode to a classic favorite. The well-balanced blend is complex, smooth, and a little bitter, making for an adventure of the senses that will hold a candle to the trendy Negroni. With rhodiola (a flowering plant that may be helpful for mental fatigue), bitters, and pomegranate, it's ideal on the rocks with a twist of citrus and a great book. $35, Curious Elixirs. Get it now! - 9/11
Mocktail Club Havana Twist
If you're not looking to break out your bartender skills, stock your fridge with Mocktail Club's all-natural, ready-made cocktails, created by a mom who found limited alternatives while pregnant. The better-for-you drinks are composed of fruit juice sourced from organic suppliers, and infused with global spices like cardamom, chili peppers, and lemongrass, for a unique treat that won't leave you feeling meh. $25.5, Amazon. Get it now! Yahoo News is better in the app
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- 10/11
Lyre’s Italian Orange Nonalcoholic Spirit
Inspired by the classics, Lyre's alcohol-free spirits and aperitifs come in a wide range of flavor profiles, and this Italian orange blend captures the essence of Campari without the booze. Spritz lovers will get a mouthful of flavors like blood orange and maraschino, plus a pithy dryness that'll pair perfectly with soda or tonic. $33, Drizly. Get it now! - 11/11
AROMATIC
If you're all about the art of the spritz, try Aecorn's range of nonalcoholic aperitifs, made of hand-picked sparkling wine grapes from Sussex. The brand makes three blends (Dry, Bitter, and Aromatic), and the latter is great for winter enjoyment, thanks to notes of smoked cherrywood, vanilla, and clove. Serve it chilled neat or over ice, and pair with a splash of sparkling water and a slice of grapefruit. $27, Aecorn. Get it now!
Erin Parker
No Shirley Temples here.
Originally Appeared on Glamour