Everleaf is a brand of award-winning no-alcohol aperitifs, ideal for making mocktails (no drink can be 0% alcohol, as even fruit has a little booze). Just mix one part with 3 parts mixer over ice, then add a garnish, for summer in a glass.
If mixing with tonic waters, know that quinine should be avoided for pregnancy/nursing and some medical conditions (blood thinners, antibiotics, antidepressants and for liver failure). In these cases, mix with soda water instead.
Choose from:
- Forest (saffron, vanilla, orange blossom)
- Mountain (cherry blossom, bittersweet rosehip)
- Marine (sea buckthorn, bergamot, kelp – avoid for thyroid issues)
This brand was founded by a conservation biologist, who spent years learning how to observe and learn from the natural world. All ingredients are sustainably-harvested, and the brand gives back to conservation causes worldwide.
Wilfred’s Aperitif is another good brand, made without alcohol and free from honey. Natural botanicals are blended with bitter orange, aromatic rosemary, clove and a hint of rhubarb. Created by an engineer after 100 experiments! His site has simple mocktail recipes.
For a sweeter end to your meal, Gibson’s Organic Liqueurs are made in the Cotswolds, and include:
- Elderflower – a floral taste of an English summer
- Blackberry (add a splash to bubbly, or drizzle into vegan ice-cream or crumble)
- Raspberry (add to vegan ice-cream, crumble or trifle)
