Alcohol-free Drinks to Bring on a Picnic
Summer is finally here! A season of sitting outside and enjoying the sun. Whether it's a picnic or a BBQ, one of the nicest ways to enjoy the sun is to sit back and sip a delicious drink. But if you are sober curious, a mindful drinker, or just looking to drink a little less alcohol, you might feel a little lost. But no worries, there are plenty of delicious virgin summer drinks.
Nowadays, if you want a more adult-tasting drink but without alcohol, you have a huge range of choices. So here are some of our top, ready-to-drink, non-alcoholic summer drinks. With these, you can easily sit back and enjoy a refreshing non-alcoholic drink.
Zag drinks
Zag is a zero-per cent adult soft drink. It comes in bottles that make it look like alcohol-free beer, but it is not beer, nor is it an overly sweet soft drink. No. Instead, it is a refreshing and beautifully crafted adult drink.
You can choose from two Zag drinks. The first drink they created was Zag Original. This contains a unique blend of kombucha, green tea, lemon, lime, mint and natural flavourings. Or you can choose Zag Ice which contains a blend of citrus and grapefruit, with top notes of juniper and black tea. Both of which make the perfect refreshing summer drinks without alcohol.
Both of these drinks are vegan and low in sugar. Zag Ice is also gluten-free. Both drinks use only natural flavourings and avoid artificial sweeteners. So not only are they delicious, they are good for you too!
Zag drinks are not made to replicate alcohol. They are their own unique drink to satisfy the need for delicious, complex and adult-tasting drinks wherever you go. Take these on your summer picnic or crack them open whilst you BBQ.
Jukes Cordialities
Jukes are organic alcohol-free drinks with a cider-base, that come in stylish, minimalist-looking cans. The founders of Jukes think that not drinking alcohol should not stop you from being able to enjoy a delicious, adult drink. And that’s why they created an entire range of drinks.
This range of drinks is thoughtfully inclusive and promises to always be alcohol-free, vegan, gluten-free and halal. They are also all low in sugar with fewer than 17 calories per serving and made from all-natural ingredients.
You can choose from a whole range of flavours including:
JUKES 1 - The Classic White. This is a citrussy and herbal. It has a hint of peach blossom and pineapple husk.
JUKES 2 - The Bright Red. This flavour is built with a blend of red berries and smoke.
JUKES 5 - The Crisp White. Citrusy and fresh, this alcohol-free wine has a mix of gooseberry and grapefruit alongside more floral flavours.
JUKES 6 - The Dark Red. Intended to be a deeper red wine it is fruity, spicy and deep with layers of complexity.
JUKES 8 - The Sparkling Rosé.A perfumed, delicate and refreshingly crisp drink. It contains a mixture of ingredients such as watermelon and raspberry.
JUKES Sparkling Pinot Noir is made from the skins of Pinot Noir berries and mixed with subtle other fruits to make a refreshing, summery, sparkling wine.
So if you are looking for an easy, ready-to-drink alcohol-free wine-type drink to enjoy on a summer picnic then try Jukes. Jukes Cordialities provide a great range of non-alcoholic summer drinks.
Caleño
Looking for non-alcoholic summer drinks to give you tropical vibes? Then Caleño is exactly what you are looking for! Ellie, the founder of Caleño, was on a night out dancing to Latin funk in Bristol when she decided it was really high time for there to be a more exciting selection of non-alcoholic summer drinks.
The Caleño selection has been inspired by the vibrant colours, tropical flavours and Latin beats from Colombia, where Ellie’s roots are. She aims to infuse every drink with sun-drenched and tropical fun!
Caleño is known for its delicious alcohol-free spirits, but for a picnic, a ready-to-drink can is much more convenient. And Caleño have you covered there too! Select from two deliciously refreshing and summery non-alcoholic cocktails:
Passion Fruit Martini Spritz. This has a mix of zesty flavours, mixed with passion fruit and a complex, sophisticated blend of botanicals. It provides a fruity and tropical twist on a classic alcohol-free cocktail.
Pineapple Piña Colada. This contains toasted coconut, pineapple and a delicious blend of spices.
Both of these drinks are vegan, gluten-free, low sugar, low calorie, and of course non-alcoholic. So you can enjoy a delicious, refreshing non-alcoholic drink safe in the knowledge that it's both tasty and good for you!
Real Drinks Sparkling Tea
Real drinks, founded in 2017, have created delicious, alcohol-free sparkling teas, as an alternative to champagne and sparkling wine. Their aim is to let people have a drink to celebrate all the beautiful big and small moments in life, without the need for alcohol.
The Real Drinks sparkling tea collection was created by founder David when he noticed the lack of selection when trying to pair alcohol-free wine with food. Nothing he tasted brought the complex flavour profile that he was missing. That is until he created the sparkling tea range, made from hand-picked loose-leaf tea that is fermented to produce a depth of flavour and complexity.
These drinks come in three different flavours, available both in 750ml bottles, to share with others at a BBQ, or in single portion-sized cans of 250ml to bring on a picnic. Choose from:
Peony Blush. This is an alternative to sparkling Rosé and is made by fermenting White Peony tea. It has notes of summer fruit flavours like strawberry and cherry as well as a buttery feel and a complex finish.
Royal Flush. This is an alternative to champagne and is made by fermenting Darjeeling tea. It is described as “delicately acidic” with hints of rhubarb, blackcurrant, peach and spice.
Dry Dragon. This is a lighter sparkling wine made by fermenting Dragonwell tea. This drink is more delicate, with hints of sweet lemon, honeydew melon and grapefruit, with a leafy undertone.
On the Real Drinks website, you can find the suggested food pairings for each of these drinks. You really can look like you know your drinks by serving the right alcohol-free sparkling drink with every dish at your next picnic or BBQ.
Sign Up for JOMO to Discover More Non-Alcoholic Summer Drinks
Looking to dive into the world of alcohol-free drinks? Then JOMO is a great place to start. Sign up for a regular subscription from one of their many subscriptions or simply browse the JOMO bottle shop.
Each drink on the bottle shop or included in the JOMO subscription hampers is mindfully selected so you can be safe in the knowledge that you will be sent only the best alcohol-free drinks out there. With the help of JOMO, you will be spoilt for choice on your next summery picnic!