Mocktails
Mocktails drinks are definitely on trend. People are more conscious of what they drink now, so it's a natural progression that people want to drink better. There are an increasing number of individuals speaking out againt the term "mocktail", and many alternatives names being used for these delightful drinks such as virgin cocktail, soft cocktail, non-alcoholic cocktail, zero-proof cocktail or alcohol-free cocktail. But all these names include an adjetive that implies the drink is some how weak or lacking. I propose that we call these stimulating beverages of diverse and distinct non-alcoholic ingredients something entirely new.
Spiritfree?. There is something light-hearted and international about the name spiritfree. It´s not holding back, nor is it being held back. Spiritfree means flavours deliciously mixed together. A spiritfree is a well-balanced, well-thought-out, non-alcoholic cocktail. Think about how the flavours work with food. Tend to use ingredients that have a culinary slant towards those that might turn up in our food dishes - like salt, shrubs, chillies, spices and herbs. We use light, delicate flavours to complement the food, rather than drinks that are too boozy, cloying, sweet or rich, ideal also for young childrens who are pleasantly surprised. Non-alcoholic and sugar free recipes ... learn new mixes, for all ages:
- Hendrick -
The marriage of two different spirits, by
combining the two, an extraordinarily smooth drink is created that has
the required character and balance of subtle flavours. Is infused with
the remarkable Bulgarian Rosa Damascena and specially selected cucumbers
from the finest producers to give it distrinct flavour. Natural Indian
tonic water, orange, guava, garnished and presentation with parsley.
- Whitley Neill -
Soft
and rich, yet sharp with spice and citrus notes. Made with African
botanicals including extracts from the Baobab tree, physalis fruit and
orange juice. Natural light tonic water, garnished apricot, slice of
lemon
and a spring of thyme. 22 hand-foraged local botanicals delicately
augement nine berries, barks, seeds, peels, grapefruit & camomile
flowers.
- Marylebone -
Used
a combination of botanicals including juniper, lime Kaffir
leaf, lemon balm, coriander
clove, chamomile, grapefruit and pomegranate. Blended and smooth
chopped
jaggery infusion. Natural Indian Tonic Water, also garnished with
pomegranate. High-speed Breville juicer and the result is a really
creamy, cloud-like texture. We put it on a wood plate to elevate the
experience. It´s the perfect serve.
- Loneworf -
Purity personified. Juniper berries, lemongrass
and the lime wedges add character to this zest-filled Mocktail. Pink
peppercorn and mace offer a perfect complement to the physalis fruit and
berries. Blended and smooth chopped
yogur. Garnished with lavender and pink grapefruit and slices of dragon
ball fruit.
- Slingsby -
Harrogate aquifer water, and pure single grain
spirit are infused with locally grown rhubarb to create a tart finish
that rounds off the drink. The superior taste is the result of its
ingredients including fresh
Ginger Ale and citrus fruits garnished with pasion fruit, lemon and
grapefruit peel. An exceptionally smooth and fresh tasting drink.
- Margarita -
Non-alcoholic and chilli:
lime juice, chilli, star fruit juice and pop a ball bubbles passionfruit
burst flavour. Mocktail version using ginger urban cordial and bee´s
knees brut sparkling non alcoholic wine. Blended and smooth chopped coriander and pineapple. It´s refreshing, authentic and
elegant.
- Piña Mojito -
Adding distinction and character of this classic cocktail,
virgin mojito a refreshing for the designated driver.
Little wonder really, is incredibly versatile. A fresh juice of lime is
livened with bubbles from soda water, muddle the fresh bunch mint,
pineapple, enriched and combined with coconut sugar and garnish also with spring
mint leaves.
- Meadowsweet -
Add
a drop of woody tincture to give it an extra bit of slick oiliness, to
make juniper into spirit to get the desired effect. The botanicals react
in water - all the woody notes from botanicals become much more
prominent, uber focused on juniper, then balanced it out with strong
coriander seeds as well as citrus peels. All the flavours in the case of
red traditionally vermouth fallout from the grapes.
- Kombu -
Which
is seaweed infused into water but the water has been distilled with
chalk first. Seaweed adds saltiness and there´s roasted, smoked barley,
which we infuse into water then make into a syrup. That´s probably the
simplest of our non-alcoholic drinks to drink as it´s a borderline soda.
The last one is Hazelnut which we make with a house apple bitters and
burnt oats sugar.
- Garibaldi -
Add two ice cubes. Salted Rosemary Paloma with
fluffy pink grapefruit juice and Perrier water, a Virgin Mary with
cold-pressed vegetable juices, fennel salt and horseradish, and a
Passionfruit Mule with passionfruit puree, lime, verjus and ginger. Add
one more ice cube and serve on a white plate and garnish with an orange
wedge resting on the rim.
- Hydrosol -
Mocktail created from organic plants and
distilled with spring water. Include green tea and lemon balm (sweet
Melissa). Distilled chalk for the dryness it brings to the drink that
you get a
lot of natural essential oils from the botanicals, so it has this
mouthfeel of a spirit. It´s got this vanilla flavour; we redistill
Cocchi and garnish with slices of lime.
- Mat Salleh -
Italian bitter Cynar of the amaro varieted
poached apple cordial, yellow bell pepper juice. Stir ingredients over
ice and top with a homemade calamansi soda. Blended and smooth chopped
mango and coconut water. Garnish with leek stem, sprouts and spray with
lemongrass ouzo. The recipe and preparation are fairly simple.
- Ramble & Run Fizz -
Add two ice cubes, blend with tea,
coffee and cardanom. Rosso vermouth and Suze. Finally, we´ve got a
twisted rhubarb and blood orange. Bringing an incredible depth, try it
for yourself. Serve on a white plate and garnish with an orange wedge
resting on the rim and a cherry. Top with soda, garnish with slices of
lemon.
- Sixty five -
Rosso vermouth, seasonal beetroot cordial, rice
vinager and a splash of soda water. A balanced drink with the right
ingredients. Soft cocktail that´s growing day by day, with the
characteristics of a green antioxidant juice, basically something you
would like to drink after a light workout or a pleasant walk.
Cocktail culture has grown a lot. A lot of bartenders are finally
teaching consumers about a good drinking culture and in this era where
wellness has become an important part of life. Certain flavour as the
base of the drink,
with the remaining ingredients chosen to help complement and enhance
that base. And as always, freshest homemade ingredients and juices. Not
have alcohol for a variety of reasons (personal, religion, health, etc).
Take the wines off the menu, keep still available, replaced them with a non-alcoholic section instead. It´s very important to have options to cater for everyone. There´s much more of a demand for it!
Join the movement and spread the word !