The Cocktail Lovers

APRIL 11, 2025

Sometimes bitter, sometimes sour, one reminiscent of lemon, another of orange. Wisteria everywhere at the beautiful Villa della Pergola And, yes, wisteria was also present in the non-alcoholic drink we enjoyed to cool down in the heat. Non-alcoholic refreshment amongst the Wisteria at Villa della Pergola 8.

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VinePair

JANUARY 7, 2024

In recent years, the non-alcoholic (NA) space has exploded in breadth and depth. Overall, we determined that the bitter profile of aperitifs lends itself best to an NA format, as it’s seemingly easier to mimic without alcohol. Now that you’re up to speed, here are the 24 best non-alcoholic drinks brands for 2023.

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VinePair

APRIL 11, 2024

There, it is an appetite-whetting aperitif made with fresh beef consommé for what became an unexpected exploration of meaty drinking across Japan, a country that’s become an incubator for protein-forward mixology. Bones and Bitters Improbably, deer are not going to waste in the spirits world.

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 3, 2024

DeGroff Bitter Aperitivo and DeGroff New World Amaro event photographed by Rose Callahan at Amor Y Amargo on May 10, 2023 “I’m a research scientist and New Orleans native, both of which factored into my falling down this deep rabbit hole,” jokes T.A.

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The Cocktail Lovers

JANUARY 25, 2024

The products in question are Linie Aquavit, a caraway-based spirit which dates back to 1805, then we put Ben Branson’s Seasn Cocktail Bitters to the test, seeing what characteristics the two very distinct bottles bring to non-alcoholic and spirit forward drinks.

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Cheers

JULY 31, 2024

The cultural rise of this beloved cocktail has caused aperitivo sales to trend upwards, according to Provi , an online marketplace for wholesale beverage alcohol. Aperitivos (or aperitifs in France) are the subcategory names attributed to the bitter, crimson-hued pre-dinner liqueur, according to Provi.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Vermouth is a fortified wine, distilled spirit added to increase the alcohol proof. Its alcohol content is usually a bit higher than that of vermouth. Fashionable cafes served it as an aperitif. Still, it continued to be popular in Europe, especially Italy, France, and Spain, where it was a popular aperitif.

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Cheers

APRIL 17, 2024

For example, guests at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort can enjoy the low-ABV Coronado Cobbler, made with Amontillado sherry, lemon juice, agave, Liquid Alchemist peach syrup, dash of Angostura bitters and a mint sprig. More hotel chains now offer no-/low-alcohol beverages. For instance, Hyatt Hotels Corp.

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Dry Atlas

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

It tastes like – alcohol. If you are looking for a non-alcoholic spirit that can take the place of vodka in your favorite cocktail… Look to na gin and botanical spirits. Bitters All The Bitter – Travel Pack (Aromatic, Orange, New Orleans) When I was drinking alcohol, I didn’t know what bitters were – nor did I care!

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A Bar Above

JUNE 2, 2024

You can really taste the herbal blend, with a slight bitter flavor and quiet hints of mint. It’s marketed as being slightly sweeter than the green version and has lower alcohol by volume (43% vs 55%). To me, it offers a distinct alcohol flavor similar to that of vodka mixed with Chartreuse. Copyright A Bar Above Last Word.75

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Australian Bartender

DECEMBER 11, 2023

For this month’s Threeway, The House of Angostura teamed up with the folks at Tucano’s to showcase a selection of cocktails highlighting the bar’s signature spirit – rum and their favourite go-to ingredient Angostura Bitters. Angostura BItters is a mainstay of all backbars. If you have to have a bitters, it’s probably Angostura.

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Spiritz

MAY 30, 2024

The interest in wines, liqueurs, bitters and aperitifs among consumers in India, particularly at duty-paid stores at airports, has been evolving. Our urban population is also becoming more knowledgeable about different types of alcoholic beverages, partly due to the influence of social media and the availability of information online.

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Dry Atlas

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

But, as the non-alcoholic movement continues to grow, a new wave of non-alc gins has emerged, promising the familiar flavors without the alcohol. What is non-alcoholic gin? In recent years, there’s been a surge in the demand for non-alcoholic versions of classic spirits, and gin is no exception.

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Moody Mixologist

MARCH 11, 2025

Most gins are around 40% alcohol by volume. If it burned clear, they knew it was strong enough (57% alcohol by volume). Spirit-forward gin cocktails Spirit-forward gin cocktails are those that feature liquor, liqueurs, and other alcoholic ingredients as the primary ingredients. Get the Classic Gin Martini recipe.

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Dry Atlas

APRIL 24, 2024

In the expanding world of alcohol alternatives, non-alcoholic spirits have emerged as a sophisticated choice for those seeking to savor the ritual and taste of a cocktail without the alcohol. Today, the non-alcoholic spirits market is booming, providing a range of flavors for enthusiasts everywhere. They’re right.

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Dry Atlas

MAY 1, 2024

As wine’s complexity and cultural significance are appreciated globally, a growing interest in non-alcoholic variants is emerging, offering similar experiences without the alcohol content. But what exactly is non-alcoholic wine? What is non-alcoholic wine? Typically, non-alcoholic wines contain less than 0.5%

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VinePair

JULY 1, 2024

According to data from CGA by NeilsonIQ , in 2023 alone, Spritz sales in the on-premise tripled year-over-year as consumers thirsted for lower alcohol, jumping eight spots to become the seventh most popular cocktail choice in the United States. Aperol keeps you thin,” one ad promised of the drink’s lower alcohol content. Surpass U.K.

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Drink Me

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Crisp and flavorful, the wild Amarena cherries in this jar are already infused with alcohol, fitting seamlessly into a cocktail – or any other dish that needs a spirited hint of sweetness and crunch. It seems whenever they’re looking around for the perfect ingredient for their next retro cocktail, they create it.

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Dry Atlas

JULY 31, 2024

All The Bitter Lavender Bitters We’re both big fans of floral flavors. All The Bitter does a great job of showing the elegant notes of lavender and layering in some fantastic functional botanicals—without creating any “medicinal” notes from ingredients like Skullcap. Dry Atlas is a media company focused on alcohol alternatives.

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Dry Atlas

MARCH 20, 2024

She quit drinking alcohol in 2015, replacing it with original herbal cocktails, and has been deeply embedded in the non-alc space since—teaching on the topic, developing recipes and menus for partners, consulting, advising, and testing just about every new offering on the market. For Bitter For Worse Smoky No.

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Barina Craft

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Adonis Cocktail Stimulates Fortified Wine And Food Pairing The Adonis Cocktail is mixed with dry sherry, sweet vermouth and orange bitters. Adonis Cocktail Drink Recipe: 2 oz dry sherry 1 oz sweet vermouth 1 - 2 dashes orange bitters orange peel garnish Measure the drink ingredients into a mixing glass with ice cubes.

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Medium of Mixology

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

My last venture into this class of bitter spirits led me to Campari, which… I’m not gonna lie is probably the worst tasting stuff on the face of the earth. ” Where Campari is strong, bitter, and horrible, Aperol is light, less bitter, and quite pleasant. Alcohol Taste Rating: 5/10 Overall Rating: 7.8/10

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Dry Atlas

DECEMBER 6, 2023

In this Q+A, Melanie discusses the challenges of innovating in the non-alcoholic space, the joy of seeing Ghia grow and gain recognition, and her personal approach to balancing entrepreneurship with wellness. You just launched a new bottle, Berry Aperitif. Berry was our first foray into non-bitter drinks.

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The Whisky Exchange

JANUARY 6, 2023

Fortified wines deliver complexity in the same way spirits do without the alcoholic heft. Try subbing 50ml of dry manzanilla for the London dry in your Negroni and you’ll have a great aperitif that’s easier on your head than the original. The recipes below show how you can use sherry to effectively cut a few units out of cocktail hour.

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Bar Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

CINCOs drinks list, presented in a hand-made menu in collaboration with Mexican artist Cactus Studio, comprises 5 agave, 5 Mexican spirit and 5 considered non-alcoholic cocktails made from zero proof distillates and Mexican ingredients.

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Dry Atlas

MARCH 26, 2024

By Fiona Hepher, Founder of Sansorium Two weeks ago, I had the privilege of joining a cohort of about 30 alcohol-free experts in London for the Second Annual World Alcohol-Free Awards. I’m excited to take you behind the scenes of the only competition in our industry solely dedicated to alcohol-free beverages.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JUNE 26, 2023

30 Most Popular Cocktails Let’s explore this comprehensive list of popular alcoholic mixed drinks that you can easily recreate at home. This cocktail showcases the robust notes of whiskey, complemented by the subtle sweetness of sugar and the complexity of aromatic bitters. Add ice, stir gently and garnish with an orange twist.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JUNE 26, 2023

30 Most Popular Cocktails Let’s explore this comprehensive list of popular alcoholic mixed drinks that you can easily recreate at home. This cocktail showcases the robust notes of whiskey, complemented by the subtle sweetness of sugar and the complexity of aromatic bitters. Add ice, stir gently and garnish with an orange twist.

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The Liquor Thing

APRIL 30, 2020

What is Neutral Alcohol? The base of neutral alcohol is ethanol , distilled at a minimum ABV percentage of 95%. Neutral alcohol is also known as a neutral spirit, rectified spirit, rectified alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. It is the principal alcohol found in alcoholic beverages.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JULY 12, 2023

Like any other wine, producers first ferment the wine, and then they fortify it with grape spirit to raise the alcohol level and help preserve it. It can range from light and crisp to rich and full-bodied and is typically enjoyed as an aperitif. Oloroso has a bold, nutty flavor and a higher alcohol content than other sherry wines.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JULY 12, 2023

Like any other wine, producers first ferment the wine, and then they fortify it with grape spirit to raise the alcohol level and help preserve it. It can range from light and crisp to rich and full-bodied and is typically enjoyed as an aperitif. Oloroso has a bold, nutty flavor and a higher alcohol content than other sherry wines.

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Old Liquors Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The first ingredient used is Campari, a bright red, iconic liqueur hailing from Milan that lends a unique citrus-like bitterness. At the time, Italy was known for its slightly bitter but much sweeter fortified wine, made possible by the addition of caramel. citizens to buy alcohol, but it was never illegal to possess or consume it.

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Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 6, 2025

From boldly bitter, botanically driven expressions to the bright and bittersweet doppelgngers of familiar brands, alcohol-free aperitifs offer easy-drinking options whether youre assembling a simple spritz or experimenting with spirit-free mixology. Everleaf Forest A conservationist turned bar owner created Everleaf in the U.K.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Sitting somewhere between Aperol and Campari on the flavor scale, Select is slightly sweet, delivering citrus fruit and an undercurrent of bitter botanicals that fuse perfectly with Prosecco and club soda. The mixture of bitter Italian liqueur, bubbles, and sweet vermouth results in a vivacious, herbal treat that won’t put you to bed early.

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VinePair

JULY 16, 2024

George’s Valley Gin Empirical Spirits Doritos Nacho Cheese Banhez Destilados de Fruta BroVo Spirits Uncharted Rhapsody American Forest Liqueur Bitter Journey Bing Zhou Mijenta Cristalino Avallen Calvados “The best newly released spirit we’ve added to our bar is Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin. At 20 percent ABV, it holds its weight well!”

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A Bar Above

JANUARY 31, 2025

Low-ABV (alcohol by volume) drinks offer a perfect middle groundflavorful, refreshing, and easy to enjoy without the heavy effects of stronger spirits. Americano A classic aperitif style drink, the Americano is bitter, bubbly, and incredibly refreshing. Full recipe here Recipe: 1.5 oz Campari 1.5 Full recipe here Recipe: 1.5

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Babylon is a new non-alcoholic spirt from a surprising place: Dubai. This same concept of inclusivity and forward-thinking mindset is the cornerstone of Haus of Babylon, which aims to provide consumers with more premium drinking options free of alcohol. At 0% ABV, Babylon Spritz is also 100% vegan, gluten-free, and low in calories.

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