There’s nothing better than a cold beer (or wine) on a hot day. But one leads to two, maybe even three (or a bottle!), and the next day you’re worse off, skipping fitness classes and eating poorly.
But what if there were still ways to enjoy the experience without risking alcohol? Everyone welcomed the rise of NoLo drinks.
Alcohol consumption has declined over the past decade, giving way to new markets for non-alcoholic and low-alcohol (NoLo) beverages, according to research by IWSR Drinks Market Analysis.
NoLo sales in the UK increased 17% last year, according to IWSR. They call it the “moderate trend,” and if soft drinks (below 0.5% alcohol by volume) outperform low-alcohol drinks (0.05 to 1.2% alcohol by volume), it is a post-coronavirus health awareness sign. due to people with high
Drinking alcohol not only makes you feel better (alcohol can exacerbate stress and anxiety), it also improves sleep (drinking reduces the amount of time you spend in deep, restorative sleep) and helps you focus. Increases strength and energy levels. but you are at risk of serious diseases such as cancer, liver and heart disease.
Anjali Douglas of the Wine and Spirit Education Trust says: “Consumers are becoming more aware of how much alcohol they consume. People who wanted to do something ‘for adults’ didn’t have many options.”
Seedlip was the first brand to launch a spirits range in 2015, with more products like Ceders hitting stores. Established brands like Gordons and San Miguel also offer 0% alcohol products.
“There is still a lot of education to be done with this development,” said Rosie Lee, co-founder of Nineteen94, a telecommunications agency specializing in the beverage industry and one of the IWSC NoLo panel judges.
He continues:
“But today there are different products with different flavor profiles, prices and drink styles.”
Here are some tips to try:
atopic liquor
Atopia Spirits has three types of beer with an alcohol content of 0.5%.
Raspberry, rhubarb, ginger and spiced citrus combine flavors and all-natural ingredients that are perfect for a hint of summer.
Purchased from Atopia Spirits for £23 (70cl).
crossship drink
CROSSIP, founded by cocktail experts, says that spirits’ disguise is lost once they’re mixed, delivering bold, intense flavors with depth.
From Cosmo to rum, we have 4 types of 0% alcohol products.
Available from Crossip Drinks for £22 (50cl).
new london light
The new London Light 0% ABV bottle can be enjoyed neat with a tonic or cocktail.
Whether as an aperitif or as a substitute for gin, it’s made from all-natural ingredients and contains no artificial flavors or sugar.
Buy it at Salcombe Gin for £27.50 (70cl).
Large Classic Lyre
Non-alcoholic spirits brand Lyre’s has launched a foam bottle.
Classico Grande has a classic green apple finish followed by flavors of pear, peach and red apple.
Available from Lyres for £9.99 (750ml).
carene
Caleño creates tropical drinks with a Colombian party atmosphere. The Dark and Spicy variant is a non-alcoholic spiced rum alternative packed with complex Colombian flavors like pineapple, coconut and ginger.
Enjoy with ginger ale on the rocks.
Available from Caleno Drinks for £18 (50cl).
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Source: Metro
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