By Kayla Harvey
Social occasions and gatherings often include alcohol, especially during the summer months when it’s easy to gather your community and imbibe together. Cutting down on alcohol this season but still want to enjoy specialty cocktails and beverages? You’re not alone in exploring beverage alternatives. A 2021 Gallup poll showed that while 60% of U.S. adults 21 and older are consuming alcoholic beverages, that figure was down from 65% in 2019. Here the CannaCurious team rounded up five great alcohol-free beverage alternatives for sober, “California-sober”, and sober-curious folks to try. Bonus: they’re all under $40 so sampling won’t break the bank!
Some product listings may contain affiliate links to support independent content creators.
Maison Bloom ($36/4-Pack) (@lovemaisonbloom)
All-natural hemp-based THC elevated seltzers are the latest innovation from the premium craft cannabis beverage brand. These carefully crafted seltzers combine all-natural hemp-based delta-9 THC, THCV, CBD, CBG, CBN, and botanical terpenes for a truly unique experience. With no artificial ingredients and only 35 calories, these gluten-free and vegan seltzers offer a vibrant flavor and full spectrum of euphoria. Perfect for those seeking a plant-powered alternative to traditional cocktails.
NKD LDY Zero Proof Whiskey, Gin, and Tequila ($34.99/bottle) (@NKDLDY)
Real non-alcoholic distilled spirits with all of the flavor and none of the compromise of alcohol, crafted in Louisville, Kentucky. NKD LDY spirits are a good pick for an alcohol free home bar cart and perfect for experimenting with alcohol-free craft cocktails at home. Going out? NKD LDY is available in several retail and bar/restaurant locations across Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, Indiana, and Georgia.
Vino Herb CBD Wines ($27.99/750ml bottle) (@vinoherbcbd)
Delicious, dealcoholized, and CBD infused Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangria, Rose, Pinot Grigio, and Chardonnay. Vino Herb wines are a perfect night in selection or hostess gift with five different wine types to choose from to fit most occasions.
Abstinence Non-Alcoholic Spirits ($35.00/bottle) (@abstinence_spirits)
Comes in citrus, floral, and spice clear liquor alternatives as well as the whiskey alternative, Epilogue X. Another great home bar cart idea or addition to any special occasion full bar, Abstinence spirits come in diverse flavors offering an opportunity to experiment with unique craft “mocktail” styles.
CANN THC-Infused Social Tonics ($24.99/6-Pack) (@drinkcann)
Buzzy but alcohol-free, naturally sweetened social tonics inspired by craft cocktails. CANN is perfect for a pre-game or night out as an alternative to popular canned alcoholic options, with a range of cocktail-inspired flavors to choose from. CANN is available for shipping and retail pickup in select states, searchable at DrinkCANN.com
