Shop by Category
No more time when abstinents were content with a glass of flat water while others enjoyed their cocktails! The world of alcohol -free drinks is experiencing a real revolution, now offering sophisticated alternatives that have nothing to envy to their alcoholic counterparts. Whether you are participating in the Dry January, wait for a happy event, be the SAM of the evening or simply curious about new flavors, here is our selection of the ten best alcohol drinks that will make a sensation during your next aperitifs.
Why opt for alcohol -free alternatives?
The alcohol -free drinks market explodes, and it's no coincidence. Our relationship to alcohol is evolving, with a collective awareness of health risks. But above all, we are looking for more balance and choice in our consumption habits.
The attraction for these alternatives is also explained by their growing quality. No more too sweet syrups or industrial sodas! Manufacturers compete in ingenuity to create complex drinks, with elaborate aromatic profiles that stimulate taste buds as much as a good wine or a signature cocktail.
As Benoît d'Onofrio explains, Parisian "Sobrelier": "Demand continues to increase, and not only during the Dry January. Consumers are looking for authentic taste experiences, without the side effects of alcohol."
Alcohol -free spirits: sophistication and character
1. Opius - Belgian elegance without compromise
A real nugget from Belgium, Opius offers remarkable alcohol -free spirits. Founded by Lucas Lambrechts and Leander Beuckels, this brand develops its elixirs in collaboration with the master distiller Benedikt SAS.
Their range includes the Amaro, with bitter and complex notes, and Nedédo, deeper and mysterious. These creations use Belgian herbs like fennel, juniper and angelica, distilled according to traditional methods. Ideal for demanding palaces that do not want to sacrifice aromatic complexity.
2. Bottieties - The gin without alcohol that defies conventions
Another Belgian flagship, botnetiets reinvents the gin without alcohol with brilliance. Its composition based on rosemary, cardamom, juniper berries and fresh mandarin peels offers a perfect alternative to traditional alcoholic cocktails.
Available in original version or Ginger-Yuzu, this without alcohol spirits lends itself wonderfully to the creation of elaborate mocktails. Try it in a Gin Fizz with bitter orange tone, a few mint leaves and raspberries for a surprising taste experience.
Italian aperitifs reinvented
3. Crowino - The Italian icon without alcohol
A true institution in Italy for over 60 years, Crossino has established itself as the an aperitif without alcohol par excellence. His secret? A mysterious mixture of plants and fruits creating a perfect balance between bitterness and sweetness.
For a perfect Crowino, generously fill your glass with ice cubes, gently pour the amber drink, add a slice of orange and taste without straw to fully appreciate its complex aromas. A sophisticated alternative that will transport you directly to an Italian terrace.
4. Nona Spritz - The Belgian Challenger of Spritz
First non -alcoholic Spritz worthy of the name, the Nona Spritz captures the essence of the Italian aperitif with its blood orange notes and orange zest, balanced by a touch of bitter gentian root.
Made handcrafted in Belgium from carefully selected natural ingredients, it offers a tasteful experience that is remarkably close to the original. Serve it in a large wine glass with ice cubes and an orange washer for a perfect summer aperitif.
Ginger elixirs: alcohol -free character
5. Gimber - The Belgian concentrate that awakens the taste buds
Gimber is the Belgian daring in the bottle! This peruvian, lemon and spices concentrate proves that an alcohol -free drink can have character and bite. Available in three versions (original, gross or sweet lilly), it adapts to all palaces.
For optimal tasting, try the "perfect serve": 3 cl of gimber completed with sparkling water, some ice cubes and a thyme branch. The most adventurous will try the gimberry, combining Gimber, cranberry juice and Kombucha for an explosion of flavors.
6. Gili - The alliance of the spice and the sweet
Gili skillfully marries the spice of Asian ginger with the sweetness of European flower honey and the liveliness of Italian lemon. Developed from 100% natural and organic ingredients, without refined sugar, it is part of an ecological and zero waste approach.
Try the "refreshing green" by mixing Gili Ginger Elixir with fresh apple juice, cucumber slices and basil and mint leaves. A revitalizing drink that will even seduce the most skeptical alcohol lovers.
The sparkling alternatives to toast
7. French Bloom - Alcohol -free champagne that causes a sensation
For special occasions that deserve bubbles, French Bloom offers "Le Blanc" and "Le Rosé", two elegant alternatives in champagne. Coming from a vegan recipe designed from throbbed wine, grape juice and natural aromas, these effervescents are produced in the southwest of France.
Their finesse and balance in the mouth make them ideal companions for celebrations, allowing everyone to toast in style, without the undesirable effects of alcohol.
8. Vintense Prestige - Alcohol -free wine expertise
The first brand of wines and alcohol -free cocktails in Belgium, Vintense notably offers a 100% Chardonnay prestige developed according to a decolisme process which remarkably preserves the aromas of the original wine.
This sparkling white offers a beautiful aromatic complexity and a freshness that has nothing to envy to its alcoholic counterparts. Ideal for wearing a toast in full awareness during your festive events.
Quebec craft creations
9. Harrington Domaine - Boreal forest botanical waters
A true ode to Canadian nature, the sparkling botanical waters of the Harrington estate capture the essence of the Laurentian forest. Without any sweetening agent, these creations delicately reveal the aromas of spruce, juniper bay, wood tea and melilot.
Their alcohol -free tonic cocktails are a refreshing and natural alternative, particularly the mixture of juniper bay and seaflet, which brings a perfectly balanced and bitter touch.
10. Bluff - Alcohol -free Quebec rum that deceives connoisseurs
Producing a convincing alcohol -free spirits is a challenge, but Bluffe succeeds brilliantly. Its alcohol -free rum faithfully translates the aromatic essence of a brown rum, with caramel notes, dried fruits, grilled nuts and vanilla, enhanced by a spicy final.
Serve it on ice with cane sugar and lime juice for alcohol-free Ti-punch, or use it in a mojito for a stunning taste experience that will even convince traditional rum enthusiasts.
How to choose your alcohol -free drink?
Faced with this abundant offer, some criteria can guide you:
- The aromatic profile : Do you prefer bitter, fruity, spicy or floral notes?
- Use : Are you looking for a drink to taste pure or a base for mocktails?
- The sugar content : Some alternatives contain more sugar to compensate for the absence of alcohol.
- Authenticity : Favor products developed with natural ingredients and craft methods.
The main thing remains to explore and experience to discover the flavors you like. Because ultimately, real pleasure lies in tasting and sharing, with or without alcohol.