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Our no and low sales are up 51% this year and this trend is set to continue through innovation in flavour and dispense. Kopparberg Pear Cider is a refreshing alcohol-free cider made from fermented apples or pears and the finest soft water. The independent British alcohol-free drinks business launched its Smashed range of 0% beers and ciders in 2019 after the founder, Richard Clark, spotted an opportunity to create a business 100% focused on producing the best quality alcohol free drinks. This market-leading technology is so futuristic there are only 20 in the world and Drynks Unlimited is the very first British drinks business to own one. As a result, a several brands have developed what is some of the best alcohol-free cider on the UK market.
Smashed Cider Bottle - Alcohol Free Drinks
This cider is sourced and produced sustainably in the UK, making it the perfect choice for environmentally conscious cider lovers. A brilliant beach-day drink or equally suited to daytime barbecues, Smashed Apple Cider is as good as or better than any hard cider we’ve tried, and delivers on all counts – hangover free. The team had a successful stint on Dragons’ Den in March 2020 where they wowed the panel with the quality of their 0% beers and ciders.Its range of plant-based elixirs are formulated to suit situations or moods where you might otherwise reach for an alcoholic beverage.
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Their stealth focus on producing the best quality alcohol-free drinks in the market perfectly complements our brewing history and expertise. Using the vacuum distillation method, the company starts with Sweden’s best-selling ale – which starts off as 5. It also features a charming yet relatively traditional design, making it an appealing choice for Christmas day. For this test we were looking for a whole host of varying characteristics including if the drink intends to mimic alcohol or whether it’s a true booze alternative.Citing Mintel data from August this year, Drynks Unlimited claimed sales of low- and no-alcohol lager were growing by 57% year-on-year. For fans of the festive season who would rather skip the conventional Christmas hangover, mulled cider which is non-alcoholic is still an untapped area. Our favourite from its new range of botanical sodas, the Bitter Orange Spritz is an effervescent blend of Sicilian blood orange, pressed rhubarb, aromatic herbs and bitters, paired with sparkling water to create a ready-to-drink alcohol replacement. If you’re looking for an IPA that is completely devoid of alcohol, Brutal Brewing definitely has you covered. Available in limited-edition bottles, this is a premium 0% alcohol drink, made in Scotland from Cairngorm Mountains springwater, botanical extracts and what the company describes as “the essence of single-malt whiskey barrels”.
Smashed Cider - A wonderful alcohol-free cider from Smashed!
When looking broadly at the alcohol-free drinks market, you might initially argue non –alcohol cider has been left behind in comparison to the large selection of non-alcoholic beers, wines, and spirits out there. Gin has become the spirit of choice for many, so its no surprise that the alcohol-free market has got in on the action too. Part of a selection of whisky alternatives under the Dochus label, Smokey Isle offers a warm palate, while those looking for a smokier finish can choose Dochus Highland Bothy.Millennials and Gen Zers are drinking less and this is influenced by a number of factors including an upweighted focus on personal health and well-being and the rise of the social media surveillance culture which can document a messy night out in seconds. While alcoholic and alcohol-free ciders are different drinks, they are both made using a similar process.