Salcombe Distilling Co launches zero-ABV ‘spirit’
Devon-based Salcombe Distilling Co has released its first non-alcoholic ‘spirit’ – New London Light (NLL). The low-calorie, alcohol-free liquid is crafted by first distilling three botanicals – rich Macedonian juniper berries, ginger and habenero capsicum. Fifteen additional botanicals are then blended into the base liquid, delivering “complex layers with hints of citrus orange and sage”. NLL is …
KVÎST enters the non-alcoholic spirits market
KVÎST, a new premium non-alcoholic distilled spirit, has launched in the UK with distribution agency Craftwork. Created by The Bloomsbury Club UK, KVÎST, which takes its name from the old Norsk word meaning ‘twig’ or ‘botany’, is inspired by Nordic traditions and foraged forest plants. The liquid itself is a handcrafted blend of eight botanicals: …
Cornish no-ABV botanical ‘spirit’ hits the market
Pentire, a new non-alcoholic botanical ‘spirit’ inspired by plants native to the Cornish coastline, has launched in the UK. The Port Isaac-based brand is founded by Alistair Frost, a former surf instructor at Polzeath Beach in north Cornwall. It is inspired by Alistair’s previous work in the drinks industry and love of coastal living and …
Canterbury bar wins Dry January Cocktail Competition
Jamie Proud from The Pound in Canterbury, Kent has won Good Living Brewing Company’s Dry January Cocktail Competition. The inaugural contest, which sets out to showcase that no and low-alcohol cocktails can be enticing and delicious, invited bars across the south east of England to create a low-ABV serve containing at least 100ml of Good …
Thatchers develops alcohol-free cider
Thatchers Cider has introduced Zero, its first alcohol-free cider, in time for Dry January. The new 0.0% ABV bottled cider has been created to appeal to consumers looking to moderate their alcohol consumption. It is said to have “all the appley aromas and crisp refreshment” expected from Thatchers’ master cidermakers at Myrtle Farm. Crafted using …
Sparkling cold-brewed teas pair with food
Saicho, a new range of sparkling cold-brewed teas designed to “transform” the way we pair non-alcoholic drinks with food, has hit the UK market. Packaged in 500ml bottles, the range contains three sparkling teas: Darjeeling, which is said to pair well with grilled meats; Hojicha; which complements Asian salads or cured meats; and Jasmine, which …
Binary Botanical unveils inaugural Dry January competition
Good Living Brewing Company is inviting mixologists and bartenders across the South East of England to enter its new low-alcohol cocktail competition to mark Dry January. Entrants are encouraged to test their creativity by creating a low-alcohol cocktail using at least 100ml of Good Living Brewing’s Binary Botanical, a 0.5% ABV light beer with a …
Sipling launches alcohol-free craft cocktail range
Adult soft drinks producer Sipling Beverage Company has introduced a premium range of ready-to-drink alcohol-free cocktails to the UK market. The no-ABV cocktails “recreate the sophisticated flavours, familiarity and sense of occasion” of several of the world’s most popular cocktails: the Bellini, Gin & Tonic, Moscow Mule, Mojito, Old Cuban and Spiced Rum & Cola. …
Three Spirit extends zero-ABV range with two new variants
Non-alcoholic drinks brand Three Spirit has introduced two new variants to its plant-powered portfolio, designed to “stimulate the palate, mind and body”. Developed by co-founders Tatiana Mercer, Dash Lilley and Meeta Gournay, the Three Spirit range has been created in response to the “semi-sober consumer” and those who seek “exciting functional alternatives that offer more …
Seedlip rolls out sister brand Æcorn Aperitifs
Non-alcoholic spirits brand Seedlip has unveiled its new, eagerly anticipated range of distilled no-alcohol aperitifs, Æcorn Aperitifs. Inspired by the 17th century English herbal remedies, the three-strong collection is made from 100% English grown grapes, which are pressed and blended with herbs, roots and bitter botanicals. Aperitifs are an age-old European tradition, regularly taken before …
