Nothing beats a cool refreshing gin and tonic, first choice for many a celebration, party or chilled evening with good company. However, there are times when you don’t want the hangover or when you need to keep a clear head. The craft gin sector is booming, and the distillers aren’t going to miss out when you want to cut the alcohol out.
Is alcohol free gin any good?
Not technically gin, the legal definition of gin states that the liquid must contain an alcohol level (ABV) of at least 37.5%, as such labelling and names can only hint at an association with much loved spirit.
Botanicals are the key to the taste experience, all the different herbs, spices, fruits and other natural flavourings that craft distillers use to produce the flavour of their spirits, the choice and combinations are almost endless!
If you fancy your favourite G&T but want to cut out the alcohol, then alcohol-free gin alternatives will hit the spot, our list of the very best available is below.
Does alcohol free gin taste the same?
Don’t expect the same warmth from a spirit that is alcohol free, but the blending of botanicals does recreate the taste, Juniper is the key botanical in gin distilling so look out for it in non-alcoholic alternatives.
Can you drink alcohol free gin when pregnant?
Ultimately, whether you drink non-alcoholic spirits in pregnancy is a personal choice, you should certainly discuss this in greater detail with your healthcare provider, as it is ultimately up to you if you’d like the occasional non-alcoholic (under .05 percent alcohol) beverage during your pregnancy.
Can you get drunk on alcohol free gin?
Well, if there’s no alcohol there’s no risk or getting drunk right? The answer is in the detail, check the label carefully some non-alcohol- or alcohol-free gins can have a small amount of alcohol in, albeit a very low ABV so check first!
Check out our list of the very best alcohol-free gin alternatives on the market!
1. Salcombe Distilling Co - New London Light
Bold & refreshing premium non-alcoholic spirit, distilled and crafted by Salcombe Distilling Co. Inspired by gin making principles. Complex spectrum of flavours. Blended with botanical distillates and extracts carefully selected including orange, sage, cardamom, cascarilla bark and lemongrass.
Crafted by distilling a combination of rich Macedonian juniper berries, zesty ginger and warm habanero capsicum to create a full-bodied base spirit
Exceptional & delicious non-alcoholic spirit that doesn’t compromise on taste.
Price £27.50
2. Pentire - Adrift
A distilled non-alcoholic spirit Pentire's Adrift is a distilled botanical infusion of Rock Samphire, Sage, Pentire Plant Blend, Citrus and Cornish Sea Salt.
Pentire and Tonic Serve over ice, 50ml Pentire Adrift with 150ml of tonic and garnish with a bay leaf, sage or rosemary.
Healthy alternative created with no added sugar no artificial colouring or artificial flavouring
Exquisite taste experience a light complex and balanced spirit with grassy crisp and fresh citrus notes.
Price £26.80
3. Gordon's - Alcohol Free Spirit
Just like your usual Gordon’s and tonic, pour ice with your chosen tonic and garnish, then stop for a moment and enjoy! or why not include in your favourite mocktail.
These botanicals are individually immersed in water, heated and then distilled before being expertly blended together to capture the essence of a delicious alcohol-free alternative.
Alcohol free 0.0% the perfect alcohol-free alternative to your usual choice of tonic.
Price £12.00
4. Strykk - Not Gin
Non-alcoholic alternative - Blended with juniper berries, basil, coriander & rosemary to produce an authentic tasting alcohol free London dry gin.
No sugar, no fats, no ABV - 100% natural with no sugar, no fat and no artificial flavours. Distilled using traditional methods before having the alcohol removed to create a spirit with all the flavour but 0% ABV.
Rated highly for taste - “A fantastic alternative to the real thing’ - Website User.
Price £18.00
5. Caleno - Light & Zesty
A distilled tropical, non-alcoholic spirit - Caleño's 'Juniper & Inca berry' is a distilled tropical infusion of juniper, citrus and spice botanicals.
A zesty infusion perfectly paired with tonic – Packed with zest and joy, a great alcohol-free alternative, perfect for creating tropical cocktails and bringing joy to ‘not drinking’.
Inspired by the vibrancy of Latin America - Founder, Ellie, was inspired by the energetic, sunny culture of her heartland Colombia.
Naturally, healthier alternative – Caleño is low in sugar, fewer calories, gluten free, vegan & 100% non-alcoholic.
Price £18.00
6. Lyre's - Dry London Spirit
Medal recipient of The 2020 London Spirits Competition. Impossibly Crafted Non-Alcoholic Spirit - Dry London.
Tasting Notes: Aromatic, floral, juniper, dry.
How To Enjoy: As a classic G&T with your favourite tonic water. Add a wedge of lime or mint to garnish.
Price £23.50
7. Warner's - Botanic Garden Spirit
At Warner’s, they believe that real tastes better - with 0% ABV and 100% natural botanicals, Botanic Garden Spirits are the perfect non-alcoholic alternative to our sustainably crafted farm-grown gins.
Packed full of flavour, with 90% of the ingredients sourced directly from their own farm: a taste of the countryside that brings people together.
Best served bold. Serve 50ml of Warner’s 0% Juniper Double Dry over ice, with a splash of Mediterranean tonic, orange, ginger and friends at sunset.
Price £15.00
8. Seedlip - Spice 94 Non-Alcoholic Spirit
The perfect non-alcoholic drink: Seedlip Spice 94 is a non-alcoholic spirit with an aromatic flavour profile. Natural botanic blend, a complex blend of aromatic Jamaican Allspice berry & Cardamom distillates with two barks & a bright citrus finish
It brings a perfectly balanced & refreshing experience to any occasion. Whether midweek, driving, relaxing at home or just looking for something exceptional, Seedlip Spice brings a perfectly balanced & refreshing experience to any occasion
Best served with tonic over ice & garnish with a pink grapefruit peel. Seedlip is Alcohol, Sugar & Calorie free.
Price £20.00
9. Tanqueray - Alcohol Free Spirit
New Tanqueray Alcohol Free 0.0%. Four botanicals are perfectly balanced to give a complex and refreshing taste with the Juniper and citrus style that Tanqueray is famous for. Tanqueray 0.0% allows you to discover the definitive experience from Tanqueray, just without the alcohol. Serve with your chosen tonic and garnish over ice, then sip, savour and appreciate!
Price £15.00
10. Fluere - Floral Blend with Juniper
Alcohol free spirit - FLUÈRE is made using state of the art hydrosteam distillation to create a distilled spirit with no alcohol.
Floral botanicals, made from Coriander Seed, Juniper berries, Lavender and Lime Peel to give a floral yet dry flavour to any mixed drink.
Made for mixing - Fluere is made for mixing, try 50mL in a highball glass over ice, add a squeeze of lime and top up with a quality light tonic water.
Low calories, Vegan, Gluten free, Allergen Free, Fat Free, Caffeine free
True distilled spirit, created for cocktails.
Price £20.00
Enjoy with good company or for that guilt free mocktail!
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