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Taste Test: Alcohol-Free Sparkling Wines

Imbibe Magazine

When the time comes to raise a glass of something festive and fizzy, alcohol-free options abound. The caliber of many widely available NA sparkling wines has improved dramatically in recent years, making it easier than ever to pop bottles everyone can enjoy. These 10 keep things merry and bright all winter long.

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5 to Try: Melon Liqueur

Imbibe Magazine

From colorful liqueurs to delicate aperitifs, here are five bottles that translate the authentic flavor of melon to the glass. The vibrantly hued Creme de Melons Vert macerates fresh green melons sourced from Honduras and China into neutral alcohol before sweetening with sugar. vodka 3/8 oz. blanc vermouth 3/8 oz.

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Review: Mommenpop Seville Orange Citrus Aperitif

Drinkhacker

California-based Mommenpop recently hit the scene with an enticing pitch: Its aperitifs are made from Northern California wines fortified with Napa-made grape neutral spirit, to which real, whole, organic California citrus is added alongside “select botanicals.” The palate, however, is even harder to wrap your head around.

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Day Trip: Rachael Petach, C. Cassis

Imbibe Magazine

We macerate the cold fruit on a base of hybrid rosé wine and water—the temperature and alcohol delay primary fermentation for a DIY cold-soak method. It’s less syrupy than most liqueurs, with a more drinkable, aperitif quality. After straining, the tank rests for another month before we bottle. Tank tasting with Kendra.

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Review: Lyre’s Non-Alcoholic Italian Spritz and Amalfi Spritz

Drinkhacker

With non-alcoholic spirits on the rise, the aperitif space has of late taken center stage as one of the most promising sectors for exploration. Reviewed herein: One in a full bottle and one in single-serve cans, courtesy of The Zero Proof. Thank a sizeable rhubarb note and a light medicinal quality for that effort.

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The 24 Best Non-Alcoholic Drinks Brands for 2024

VinePair

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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Top 6 Spirits and Liquors to Gift for Valentine’s Day

Chilled Magazine

Alcohol lasts longer, anyway. Amante 1530 With a name like amante, do we need to explain more why this aperitif is the perfect Valentine’s Day pick? Fraser & Thompson is Bublè’s latest tune, in bottle form – a North American whiskey that’s sweet and subtle, with a little spice, just like Bublè’s voice.

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