Alcohol-free? This is how you do it. A list of great options, brands and recipes. Hangover free

Alcohol-free? This is how you do it. A list of great options, brands and recipes. Hangover free

Pregnant, dry whatever month, or simply because you don't feel like dealing with the negative side effects of an alcoholic drink. Sometimes the alcohol is left aside and that's a good thing. And then you try a soft drink or a limo with a lemon or something like that for fun, but come on: there has to be something better, right? WellThat's certainly true, write along.

 

From non-alcoholic bubbles, to Martini Espresso's with Lyre's liqueurs, good beers and other fun (hangover free). More of a wine person? Check out our alcohol-free wines.

Non-alcoholic wine arrangement at Restaurant Parkheuvel

Non-alcoholic wine arrangement at Restaurant Parkheuvel

Stopped drinking, but still fancy a glass of wine with your meal? We get it, and preferably with every course. If you thought this was something you had to give up when you quit drinking, you'd be wrong! At Restaurant Parkheuvel In Rotterdam they have a complete wine arrangement with the alcohol-free wines of Jorg Geiger. So you can continue to carry out that good intention during dinner!

Sparkling 0% Blanc de Blancs

Sparkling 0% Blanc de Blancs

The Sparkling 0% Blanc de Blancs is the perfect bubble for your boozy brunch – nice and chill without the alcohol, but with a nice taste. And how nice, the face behind this delicious wine(s) from Grape Jane is just from Bartsboekje! Not only is no alcohol great for your body, but this one is also low in calories – double win! You taste fresh aromas of apple and white flowers, with a nice balance of acids and a subtle roundness. Cheers, without a hangover!

Grape Jane – Sparkling 0% Blanc de Blancs 

An alcohol-free cocktail base with its own playlist: Conviv

An alcohol-free cocktail base with its own playlist: Conviv

Bring Italy into your home and relive your holiday. Doesn't sound bad, right? You do this with Conviv, a unique basis for cocktails with its own tailored playlist to make moments of enjoyment a big 10. This new base is all about conviviality and is not just about flavors, hence the specially created playlist versions 'Be Yourself' en 'Jazz a Drink' on Spotify, to get in the right vibe to come.

The basis of Conviv is a combination of herbs, citrus fruit and grape juice. It is 100% Italian and made from natural Italian ingredients, without added sugars or artificial flavors. A new unique drink in the Netherlands, which can be drunk in many ways: pure with ice, tonic, or in an alcohol-free cocktail. So it is possible for everyone to enjoy, in combination with a nice music list, sounds good.

Check out the two variations of Conviv.

Non-alcoholic wine from Naked Grapes

Non-alcoholic wine from Naked Grapes

Non-alcoholic wine. Well, it's somewhat possible hit or miss (some red wines are like grape juice), but once you find a good one, it is really good. Rosé, red, white and even - or especially - bubbles, which one do you choose? If you can no longer see the forest for the trees, we will give you a helping hand. Or actually the folks do Naked Grapes that. A wonderful webshop (for every price range, also nice) and easy to search. Still don't know? Then order a trial package (the bubbles are currently a favorite). And all without alcohol. For example, they have the Kolonne Null brand (relatively new), and their white and red wine has been declared by the NRC best non-alcoholic wine. Or go for the Riesling from Leitz (Eins Zwei Zero), the best according to Hamersma.

You can find more toppers in the list of 0% wine here. 

 

Sparkling Tea

Sparkling Tea

Once you've tasted this, you won't want anything else. Copenhagen Sparkling Tea Company has managed to create a rich, long and complex taste for those who prefer not to drink alcohol. Bart is buzzing with enthusiasm, because: a successful song.

BLÅ, a real favorite and one of two alcohol-free varieties Tea, consists of thirteen different teas. It may sound a bit exaggerated, but the first impression is fresh and lively, with pleasant notes of flowers, jasmine and quince. These then mix with the softness of chamomile and white tea, and the selected black teas provide a delicious structure. Look, that's why those thirteen types.

Read more about Sparkling Tea here en why we are such fans.

If you want bubbles WITH alcohol, read here. Because… you must have Bart's Bubbels. 

Bart's non-alcoholic beers

Bart's non-alcoholic beers

Yes, beer. The drink of the gods, delicious barley beer and tap grind in! We are certainly fans and even without alcohol (or with very little alcohol) there are plenty of beers that are enjoyable. In the supermarket you will find the Brand IPA 0%, the Jever fun 0,3% and the Weihenstephaner Hefeweiss 0,5% (three different styles and all three good!), or the exotic versions of Lowlander, but also visit your local liquor store. They usually have a shelf full of local and small breweries that have also attempted to brew tasty and hangover-free beer. We certainly have more tips: read more here, because these are the tastiest non-alcoholic beers.

Lyre's non-alcoholic liqueurs and spirits

Lyre's non-alcoholic liqueurs and spirits

Lyre's wanted to stay as close to the original drinks as possible, so that you can still make and drink the cocktails you love without sacrificing taste. Alcohol-free. Saves you from a hangover after an evening of espresso martinis cravings. Each liqueur is spirit and produced in such a way that it is an exact replica of the alcoholic original. It is not without reason that the Australian brand owes its name to the bird known as the world's largest imitator (remember that). Not available in the Netherlands for too long, but has already won many awards in Australia and England (because the flavors are damn close to the alcoholic original). And that's what you need for you virgin Mojito.

You can find Lyre's at some liquor stores or in the Lyre's online store.

Non-alcoholic Espresso Martini

Non-alcoholic Espresso Martini

Brew a strong cup of espresso (no need to cool) and pour 50ml into a shaker with ice. Add 50ml Lyre's Coffee Originale and 10ml sugar syrup. Shake really hard (but with flair) until a nice foam layer appears in the shaker. Pour into a martini glass (no ice!) and garnish with three coffee beans.

Virgin Moscow Mule

De Moscow Mule has become very popular in a short time and of course the virgin version will not be left behind. It's coming!

Fill a copper mug with ice cubes and squeeze a lime wedge. Top up with 120 ml ginger beer and possibly an alcohol-free vodka. Garnish with a lime and cheers!

Limoncello, eehh, Limonzero.

Limoncello, eehh, Limonzero.

Look, more and more choice in the non alcoholic variants. Now also a Limoncello. This alcohol-free version is made according to an age-old family recipe (right, Dry Jan has been a thing for centuries…) with the best lemons from Amalfi. Hand-picked, deliciously artisanal. The Limonzero is then distilled without the addition of aromas or flavors, it really only contains all the goodness from the lemons. Bitter sour, sweet and exclusive hangover.

Limonzero Pallini

Gall & Gall has it all

Gall & Gall has it all

Whether you go for non-alcoholic wine, beer, or a cocktail; Gall & Gall also has a wide selection of non-alcoholic drinks. And there is always a store nearby. Great. A few of our favorites:

Nona Ginger

A delicious non-alcoholic gin for a refreshing cocktail

Siegfried Wonderoak Alcohol Free Rum

For a coke 'rum' we'll grab this bottle. Very nice that the handsome bottle certainly won't look out of place in your drinks cabinet.

Château del ISH Sparkling Rosé

It's almost like drinking a real fresh sparkling rosé. Almost! And that's why we approve.