The best non-alcoholic drinks for a zero-alcohol happy hour
Summary
Every year, more and more people are choosing to raise a glass to non-alcoholic drinks. Whether it's to reduce their consumption, take care of their health, or simply discover new flavors, this trend has allowed the world of non-alcoholic beverages to experience spectacular growth in recent years.
Say goodbye to sugary apple juice and soda! Today, alcohol-free alternatives are booming, offering a multitude of original, delicious, and festive taste experiences. In this article, we present a selection of the best alcohol-free drinks, with complex and refined flavors, perfect for a fun and zero-alcohol happy hour.
Why are more and more people choosing non-alcoholic drinks?
The trend of non-alcoholic drinks now appeals to those who want to fully enjoy the pleasures of an aperitif without the effects of alcohol. Popularized by movements like Dry January, it has quickly become a conscious lifestyle choice, driven by a desire for well-being, moderation, and inclusion. Today, sharing an aperitif no longer necessarily means alcohol—it’s about conviviality and pleasure without compromise.
Until a few years ago, refusing a drink was often limited to certain groups: pregnant women, young people below the legal drinking age, or those with religious, health, or ethical reasons. Today, this choice goes far beyond these groups. It reflects a growing collective awareness of the harmful effects of alcohol on health and a search for balance between pleasure and well-being.
In this spirit, non-alcoholic drinks have become a staple at the table and during aperitifs. The market has greatly diversified
Water is essential for our bodies, but it can sometimes seem monotonous, especially for those who want to avoid alcohol, sodas, or overly sweet juices. Infused waters then emerge as a healthy and natural alternative. Easy to prepare, they add a little twist to your daily routine and are ideal for happy hour. In addition to being refreshing, they can become your detox ally, combining pleasure and well-being. The recipe to try Grapefruit and rosemary infused water is a simple, perfect drink for any season. Packed with vitamin C, it combines the light tang of grapefruit with the aromatic freshness of rosemary. Ingredients: - 1 to 2 grapefruits - 2 to 3 sprigs of fresh rosemary Instructions: 1) Wash the grapefruits and cut them into thin slices. 2) Place them in a container with the rosemary sprigs. 3) Pour in water and let infuse in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight. 4) Serve well chilled, with ice cubes if desired. Iced tea is the perfect way to quench your thirst on sunny days while enjoying an alcohol-free beverage. Somewhere between a detox drink and a mocktail, it combines freshness, lightness, and a touch of indulgence. Infinitely customizable, it adapts to all tastes and preferences, whether you prefer it fruity, floral, or slightly sweet. For tea lovers, it's also a way to extend the pleasure even in summer, in a cooler form. A simple and natural drink that always makes a great impression at happy hour. Recipe to Try Iced tea with honey, hibiscus, lemon, and basil is a refreshing drink, naturally sweetened by the honey. Inspired by bissap, a traditional African beverage, it offers a tangy flavor enhanced with notes of red berries. Ingredients : - 1.2L of water - 1 stalk of lemongrass (1 lemon) - 85g of honey - 25g of dried hibiscus flowers - 20g of basil leaves - 60ml of fresh lime juice Preparation: 1) Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan. 2) Remove from heat and add the lemongrass, honey, hibiscus flowers and basil. Cover and let steep for 20 minutes. 3) Strain the infusion into a carafe and discard the lemongrass, hibiscus flowers and basil used. 4) Add the lime juice and taste. Adjust with a little honey if necessary. 5) Let it cool in the refrigerator until the drink is very cold. 6) Serve with ice cubes. Non-alcoholic cocktails have become a true ally for enjoying happy hour without the effects of alcohol. They also offer great creative freedom: it's no longer about building a recipe around a single alcoholic beverage, but about mixing several ingredients to create a delicious drink. Today, many brands have launched to make creating these alcohol-free drinks easier, offering bases, concentrates, and ready-to-use products for more varied and convivial happy hours. OSCO OSCO, a French brand of organic aperitifs, celebrates French winemaking expertise through the use of verjuice (juice of unripe grapes harvested before maturity), a legacy of the Middle Ages. Blended with aromatic herbs and spices, it captures the flavors of the South of France. Fresh, complex, and balanced, OSCO drinks offer an authentic, convivial, and uncompromising tasting experience, reminiscent of sunny evenings. Low in calories and natural, these alcohol-free drinks are the ideal alternative for enjoying an elegant and pleasurable aperitif without alcohol. The recipe to try The drink is appealing in its simple form with the OSCO Tonic (1 part OSCO , 2 parts tonic, ice cubes and a sprig of rosemary) but also lends itself perfectly to the creation of various non-alcoholic cocktails, more original ones like the Pink Paloma. Ingredients : - 50ml of OSCO The Fiery Red - 10ml of vanilla syrup - 10ml of grapefruit syrup Preparation: 1) In a shaker with ice cubes, pour your dose of OSCO, your vanilla and grapefruit syrup 2) Top it off with Perrier Indulge in our OSCO non-alcoholic aperitifs Our readers then read
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