The best non-alcoholic drinks for those who prefer to pass on a glass
Not everyone enjoys alcohol, and until recently the options for non-drinkers were pretty boring. Thankfully, things have changed and the options for those who'd rather say 'no thanks' to a glass or a schooner of the strong stuff are endless.
Whether you're not a big drinker or you want to take a break for a while you can rest assured that you won't have to sit out on the fun of sipping on something tasty, not with these decent beverages on offer.
NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.
Cocktails
Yes You Can "The Sampler", 12 x 250mL
This sample pack from Yes You Can comes with three cans of spritz and peach bellini and two cans of G&T, yuzu sake and dark and stormy.
Discover which one is your favourite from the hamper and get them in bulk with the yuzu sake available in a 12-pack, spritz and G&T available in 24 packs, and the dark and stormy available in a 24 or 4-pack.
Terps & Co. Rum-Esque, 750mL, Terps & Co. Tequila-Style, 750mL and Terps & Co. Vodka-Vibe, 750mL
Plant-based and gluten-free, Terps & Co. is a New Zealand-based brand helping keep the flavour intact while removing the alcohol itself. Their Rum-Esque is made with extracts of citrus peel, cassia bark and clove, their Tequila-Style has both vanilla and oaky flavours and their Vodka-Vibe has been inspired by the flavours found in Polska vodka.
Naked Life Cosmo, 24 x 250mL, Naked Life Rosé Sangria Spritz, 24 x 200mL and Naked Life Espresso Martini, 24 x 200mL
They're classic cocktails you hear always ordered in the movies, and now you can have a guilt-free sip. Made with natural flavouring, zero sugar and gluten-free, try a Cosmo, Rosé Sangria Spritz and Espresso Martini by Naked Life today, with each selling in 24-packs.
Wine
NON 7 Stewed Cherry & Coffee Non-Alcoholic Wine, 750mL
This Lightly sparkling sour cherry and cold brew coffee-flavoured wine is best paired with dark chocolate, stuffed mushrooms or a charcuterie board. Yes please!
McGuigan Non-Vintage Zero Alcohol Red Blend Wine, 750mL
Perfect to accompany pasta or red meat, this Shiraz-style red wine has flavours of cherry and plum and notes of oak, and zero alcohol.
McGuigan's also offers other varieties of zero-alcohol wines including Sparkling and Sauvignon Blanc.
Ara Alcohol-Free Zero Sauvignon Blanc, 750mL
Made in New Zealand's Marlborough region, this non-alcoholic dry white wine has flavours of blackcurrant, passionfruit, and pineapple with herbal aromas.
Beer
Carlton Zero Beer Case, 24 x 375mL
You can't go wrong with a classic Carlton Larger. This case of 24 cans is the same as the beer we know and love but with no alcohol content.
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0%, Zero Alcohol Beer, 24 x 330mL
Brewed using the same recipe and ingredients as the original, including Italian maize and spring barley, this zero-alcohol Peroni has the alcoholic content completely removed following the complete brewing process so you get the same great taste.
Beer Cartel Alcohol-Free Craft Beers Mixed Hamper
Can't pick just one beer to drink throughout the month? This sampler pack from Beer Cartel makes it an easy choice with 12 different varieties of Australian alcohol-free cans of beer including Pale Ale and IPA. You can get the hamper today in a 12-pack or 24-pack with two of each beer.
Asahi Super Dry 0.0% Zero Alcohol Beer, 24 x 330mL
Not only is this Japanese beer alcohol-free, but is also a low-carb beer alternative with the same refreshing taste as the original.
Spirits
Gordon's Alcohol-Free 0.0%, 700ml
Gordon's is renowned for the quality of their gin, so you know their alcohol-free version will be just as good.
Seedlip Grove 42 Non-Alcoholic Spirit, 700mL and Seedlip Spice 94 Non-Alcoholic Spirit, 700mL
Both the Seedlip Grove and Seedlip Spice spirits have no sugar or calories and no artificial flavouring or sweeteners. The Grove 42 is a citrus blend with orange, mandarin, lemongrass and ginger flavours while the Spice 94 is an allspice, berry and cardamom with an oak, lemon and grapefruit finish.
Lyre's Italian Orange Non-Alcoholic Spirit, Aperitivo Style, 700mL
Lyre's non-alcoholic take on the Italian Aperitivo is a bittersweet drink with red citrus and maraschino flavours that is best drunk with a side of fresh citrus fruits.
Lyre's Coffee Originale Non-Alcoholic Spirit, Coffee 'Liqueur' Style, 700mL
With an espresso flavour kick, Lyre's coffee-style spirit is also accompanied by notes of vanilla, caramel and nuts.
Lyre's American Malt Non-Alcoholic Spirit, Bourbon Style, 700mL
This dry spiced whisky works well on its own with herbal and vanilla notes, but also as a mixer with your favourite cocktail recipes.
Looking for more Lyre's non-alcoholic drinks? They also sell gin, pink gin, Italian spritz, spiced rum, white rum, vermouth, amaretto and absinthe.
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