I've been a teetotaler since 2002. Over the last few years the quality and availability of NA options has risen DRAMATICALLY. It's so nice to be able to have NA beverages in social settings that are not just soda or water.
@RagnarokGenesis00Ай бұрын
remember there’s juice, mocktail, smoothies, and tea/coffee.
@pantone369cАй бұрын
@@RagnarokGenesis00 Thank you for the unsolicited advice! 😃 As if I haven't been a non-drinker for over 2 decades.
@moemerry7657Ай бұрын
@@pantone369cThat's just passive-agressively rude, they were trying to be helpful. You are the one who said only "soda or water" during social gatherings.
@pantone369cАй бұрын
@@moemerry7657 Your mother and I are very disappointed in you for arguing with inanimate objects on the internet again. And now she's crying again. LOOK AT WHAT YOU'VE DONE!
@moemerry7657Ай бұрын
@@pantone369c 😂 Sorry mom and dad
@KRayxKodessAАй бұрын
Andre is the best part of this era of BA, imo.
@durarara911Ай бұрын
Absolutely
@classicredwineАй бұрын
Agreed! He’s the only reason I click on BA over the past couple years
@nicfab1Ай бұрын
The problem i have with all of these is the price. They are priced the same as alcoholic drinks, but alcoholic drinks are only as expensive as the are because of the taxes on alcohol. These here arent taxed like that so they could be way cheaper for the same quality, or way better quality for the same price. $6 for a small can of fruit soda? Even a boutique specialty fruit soda with a bunch of extracts and aetheric oils would be like $3-4 a can. They just call it aperitif and almost double the price.
@jonesnbonesАй бұрын
100%. The prices should go down as competition increases. NA beers are reasonable since there was an established niche market.
@itsmederek1Ай бұрын
Yeah its just a matter of time until prices come down. The market is currently thrives on novelty but its becoming proven which will invite lots of competition
@hefudgedafrogАй бұрын
I remember having a massive argument with someone about this and they were trying to say that scale and process make the drink more expensive but there is no way it makes THAT much of a difference. The Lyre brand of non-alcoholic spirits is literally just water, with extracts and sugar added, pretty much just cordial. I get non-alcoholic wine and beer being pricey because they make the product and distill the alcohol out of it - it's a more complicated process - but for products where it's just sugar, water, flavourings there's no way it should be $40 - $50.
@mrlobotoАй бұрын
Not to mention these can all skip the fermentation. Removing a process, storage costs, and time, while still costing the same or even more in the case of that gin, It's not mathing.
@itsmederek1Ай бұрын
@@mrloboto The alchohol free gin is still made through distillation with botanicals. Its not that much cheaper to make than gin honestly as the difference is just grain alchohol which is not expensive(gin is dirt cheap to produce though). Obviously taxes make a massive difference though
@FishareFriendsNotFood972Ай бұрын
The growth of Non-Alcoholic Beverages is what I'm most excited about in the beverage world these days! As a non drinker, I'm so happy establishments are giving my choices more and more respect these days.
@put1996Ай бұрын
As a person who is allergic to alcohol, this is what I had been waiting for my whole life.
@_haru007_Ай бұрын
Glad I’m not alone 🎉
@Uiuiooo22 күн бұрын
As religious person i needed this!!
@gabelstapler19Ай бұрын
I appreciate you doing this! Thanks for opening up the horizons for those of us who don't partake in alcohol. And I can listen to Andre talk all day!
@juliansutton5819Ай бұрын
Athletic Brewing is awesome. NA Beer has really advanced over the years. I quit drinking in 2016, and now I don't miss beer anymore.
@BigPoppieSeedАй бұрын
You have missed the point...unfortunatly.
@_all_around_usАй бұрын
@@BigPoppieSeedWhat are you waffling about? He quit alchool, pretty easy to understand
@jeremyvisser3877Ай бұрын
He's an addict who should not be drinking even non-alcoholic drinks. He doesn't take his sobriety seriously and clearly didn't learn his lesson. Be better than your absolute worst.
@gifflube2783Ай бұрын
@jeremyvisser3877 at no point did OP say he was a previous addict you dense mf
@zach.temponeАй бұрын
@@jeremyvisser3877 what an incredibly obtuse and braindead take.
@maliahottie91Ай бұрын
Would it be crazy to ask for a video with Andre using these NA drinks in cocktails 🫣 specifically for the ones he said would probably be better mixed into something
@squiddenАй бұрын
love the popup about the encyclopedia brittanica at the end there LMAO
@RobGaloАй бұрын
Homer Simpson removing the crayon
@cameronbatkoАй бұрын
Great day when an André Mack video drops. Perfect timing for the 4th!
@PhatTrumpet2Ай бұрын
I'm fully on the Phony Negroni bandwagon. (I've never tried it, I just love the name.)
@mixeddrinks8100Ай бұрын
the problem with non-alcoholic is... it shouldn't cost more than the alcohol. Especially mocktails... like what
@brendanwoerner3352Ай бұрын
It’s still the same labor process alcohol or not.
@joshlentz7468Ай бұрын
While that may be true, there’s still massive amounts of taxes on alcohol that wouldn’t apply to these beverages.
@SmokeyChipOatleyАй бұрын
I can understand the psychology behind the exorbitant price, but you’re 100% correct. Most bars give non-drinkers and designated drivers free non-alcoholic drinks to discourage drunk driving. Making these types of beverages extremely expensive kinda kneecaps a large part the market they’re trying to cater to, in my opinion.
@Uiuiooo22 күн бұрын
Let's ve honest, only rich people would buy this, rich people care more for their health and wellbeing
@ShatterspeedАй бұрын
I've got an autoimmune disease that is triggered by alcohol, so I'm missing cocktails, wine, and ales so much 😭 Hopefully I'll find a new special occasion drink through this!
@jacquelinechevrier18215 күн бұрын
"Tastes like high fashion" made me laugh so much. I love your reviews!
@internetshaquilleАй бұрын
Feels like a lot of valuable criticism was edited out :/
@benjaminlichman4216Ай бұрын
Agreed! Especially seedlip - most of the words sound positive but it was apparent I don't think he liked it / thought it a bit pointless . Who are they trying to protect?
@kellenholt6655Ай бұрын
The sober crowd is a tricky one to market content towards. I’ve seen people get so defensive when it comes to criticism towards NA products because any negative comments get twisted into framing the person making said comments as somehow promoting alcoholism or alcohol use. I think NA products have their place and it’s great that there are a lot more products in this category on the market now, but the people who champion them always seem to also give off this subtle disdain towards people who still partake in alcohol. It’s fine if people want to stay sober, but there’s no need to get high and mighty towards others just because you made a personal life decision.
@DrRocket8775Ай бұрын
Hard to know if it was a lot, or if he was mostly self-censoring, but yeah, seems like the final video doesn't present his full, honest assessment of every one of these
@fkcoolers2669Ай бұрын
@@kellenholt6655 Sounds a lot like vegans, too.
@eyespy3001Ай бұрын
@@fkcoolers2669Sounds like a lot of projection 🤥
@marcomlott9099Ай бұрын
Andre is a wealth of knowledge. I am a drinker, but I will watch all of Andre's content.
@cozcostello8468Ай бұрын
Guinness 00. Is easily the best non-alcoholic drink I've ever had. I'm irish and love Guinness. You should 100% try it
@RichardHayRickyyoАй бұрын
I was impressed. It tastes just like Guinness. All I could ask.
@christylawson4099Ай бұрын
I stopped drinking alcohol in 2011. I loved IPAs and double IPAs. I was skeptical when I heard about the Athletic NA IPA. Then I tried it. I am so happy I found this. It tastes delightful and I feel I’m drinking one of my favorite IPAs. Thank you Athletic!
@princessjesstarcaАй бұрын
I’ve had a few non-alcoholic cocktails and the phony Negroni is by far my favorite. My husband and I have it on my “pregnant but craving alcohol” list.
@ridebicycles9945Ай бұрын
I have family members who don't drink and struggle with what to serve them. Thank you for this super helpful review!
@Danocaster2142 күн бұрын
"When we talk about bourbon, we talk about wine, when we talk about these flavors and everything that we find in it." Andre has bars! The rhythm goes hard. This: 08:14
@DC-588Ай бұрын
There is a brand called Norah's Valley in South Africa, that makes the best de-alcoholised wine in the South African market. They also have a RTD alcohol-free wine in a 300ml can. You should try it sometime.
@MatthewBambachАй бұрын
Gotta get him a bottle of Pathfinder. Absolute best NA spirit I’ve ever had, uncannily resembles real amaro!
@BananaNinjaАй бұрын
really cool to see NA stuff being shown since it can really be a fantastic area to stay social without partaking
@superduckie767Ай бұрын
I find for seedlip you have to mix it. Their spice one tastes like nothing, but mix it with a cola and you can totally taste the 'spiced rum' vibes. Strange, but it totally works
@inlemurАй бұрын
Same with the Garden that he tried. On its own it's incredibly subtle, but with soda and a sharp ginger ale it wakes up and feels like a cocktail.
@Ahmadmohamm3dАй бұрын
Would be cool to see Andre try the THC/CBD drinks they’re starting to sell.
@threespiritdrinksАй бұрын
This is AWESOME - such a thorough watch, educational and awesome to shine a light on the category. LOVE the Nightcap review too! thanks
@jayc21Ай бұрын
I had the Athletic Brewery Run Wild IPA at lunch yesterday. I got to the point in the can where I would start feeling a buzz and wasn’t buzzed in the slightest. I was shocked! It’s a great IPA, you don’t miss anything but the alcohol.
@jakes5530Ай бұрын
Why are these all priced the same (if not more) than the alcoholic alternatives?
@aaronjkeeganАй бұрын
They know who are buying these products, it ain't folks that are broke.
@jakes5530Ай бұрын
@@aaronjkeegan very true. I always see NA options at the more upscale boujee bars
@jlpeters8576Ай бұрын
Thanks for this fascinating post. I will look for a few of these.
@CorazairАй бұрын
Sidenote on the switch to 700ml - this as well as other sizes (720ml, 900ml, 1.8l) were commonly used before the law/rule changed in the US as they were common in the European and Asian markets.
@thedealmama307016 күн бұрын
Best series of BA, definitely want to see these tasted in cocktails to see if they mix well
@andybaldman3 күн бұрын
'Foamy Negroni' is my new band name.
@MadisonkdАй бұрын
Thank you so much for doing this! For medical reasons I stopped drinking & am enjoying exploring the NA options & you’ve added more to my list! Athletic Brewing Hazy IPA is the best! Also I am dying to know where you got your spirit glass; I can’t find it anywhere!
@havealot2sayАй бұрын
This is the episode I have been waiting for! Not sure why some of these were chosen as there are better options but I’m happy all the same
@itsmaeday_2105Ай бұрын
typically if I want to drink something that's not alcoholic, if they have it I always go for rishi teas sparkling botanicals, they go insane. i love them
@Hi-XLDetailingАй бұрын
Always watch Andre bring more!
@SmiththebatАй бұрын
I had the Seedlip in a mocktail recently and it was genuinely delicious.
@RobGaloАй бұрын
Andre does point out that it would probably be way better in a mixer, especially since it's meant to replace gin, and who on earth drinks gin by itself?
@encanta411Ай бұрын
If I can find an NA that’s not overly sweet or high in sugar, which is a primary reason I cut back on alcohol, and not carbonated, then I’ll be real happy!
@gcuneo8110 күн бұрын
Yes!!! Thank you for doing this!! Get out there and try Wilderton's Bitter Aperitivo, it is super reminiscent of an Aperol spritz and it's better cost-wise than Ghia
@posti4posti436Ай бұрын
Appreciate Andre's honest opinions and I would offer these to guests if I was hosting a party. Thanks Andre!
@_noedАй бұрын
Let’s gooooo!!!! I’m obsessed !!! More videos ! more videos !!!
@PyroificАй бұрын
yaaay finally an episode I can watch!
@jewelqueen5949Ай бұрын
Untitled Art's NA Juicy IPA is my hands down favorite!!!
@TeamPerry5Ай бұрын
I see Andre, I click, I hit the like button, then I watch. It ain’t that hard!
@AlejandraDiaz-jx1igАй бұрын
André never disappoints.
@classicredwineАй бұрын
This was a great video Andre! I’m cutting back on drinking so I’m definitely ordering the Phony Negroni based on your recommendation!
@rugby1970Ай бұрын
This was awesome. Thanks for covering this category. I drink, but my wife is a teetotaler, so we've been exploring and making lots of non-alcoholic cocktails. You really hit all the big ones. The only other one I could recommend at the moment is Pathfinder, which mixes great.
@LionheartLRJ27 күн бұрын
Personally, as someone who's never really drunk alcohol, I don't want alcohol-style drinks, I'd like adult orientated soft drinks that cater to me.
@joeb8167Ай бұрын
ummmm.... so... what is the difference between these and Kambucha?
@phoenixr6811Ай бұрын
😂🤣He’s back 😊
@Sathias_Ай бұрын
I love that Athletic Brewing non-alcoholic beer. They stopped selling it in Australia and I was devastated.
@krystlemeyer7029Ай бұрын
Loved the episode and also love your blend for Proxies. Definitely think you need to try those NA spirits as mocktails - the Almave is exceptional in a margarita.
@jesucioАй бұрын
André please do a video about all the different types of amaros and/or digestifs. We need your guidance!
@Tomatohater64Ай бұрын
Ghia is decent and worth a try. Count me out for all the rest. 😝🤭🤨😒😮💨
@allanabelido5247Ай бұрын
More Andre!!!!!
@bentofil229425 күн бұрын
I'm begging for Andre do a video on Rum
@SoloAdventureDivaАй бұрын
Yay!!! Ready to learn!!!!
@hippiedwellness9459Ай бұрын
Been NA 3 years and just now getting into this stuff. Was a great review with many products I’ve had my eye on. I enjoy the Ghia spirtz and now looking to try the nightcap and aplos.
@Uiuiooo22 күн бұрын
**People who don't drink alcohol** *Our time to shine*
@IcrineАй бұрын
Yes! Finally one for the non-drunkards!
@grunch-r6nАй бұрын
andre you should taste test the cbd/thc drinks and “liquors” they have started making
@tracielucaslord2924Ай бұрын
It is wonderful to see such a great variety in this category, however the price is steep.
@plant-basedrookie7165Ай бұрын
I was shocked when I tasted NA Guiness. It is amazing. Hope you will put that in a future video. Cheers.
@TheeJoieDeVivreGardenАй бұрын
Loved this! 💜💜💜
@GeraldineLancasterАй бұрын
The prices are unhinged
@Loyannelima5 күн бұрын
For anyone who loves a pielsen beer I found Perlembacher zero alcohol AWESOME! Ironically the alcoholic version is terrible and also the best one is the cheapest version in cans, the dry bottled version is too citric and less bitter compared to the can version
@LynxswildАй бұрын
Aging wine in a barrel to enhance flavor is by definition adding flavor to wine.
@craig4Ай бұрын
Check out Go Brewing Non-alcoholic beers, they have 10+ different types.
@DtWolfwoodАй бұрын
Lol reading the encyclopedia and passing out for 2 days😂
@johnmcconnell7698Ай бұрын
Really wanted to skip this (non alcoholic!?) but couldn’t pass up an opportunity listen to Andre to talk about adult(?) beverages.
@bobbyhill4707Ай бұрын
Can we get a video of Andre making non alcoholic cocktails with these drinks?
@spHDfilms1Ай бұрын
I’m interested in the Three Spirit Nightcap..
@tzadik.Ай бұрын
I've been cool with pellegrino so I'm excited to see what they have to offer
@shaunsandow2073Ай бұрын
First experienced no alcohol beer in the Middle East in early 2000s…tasted same and not a fan but in some countries it’s the only easy option
@joeorfАй бұрын
I felt the cough for Almave!
@Thepinkdriver14 күн бұрын
I need a playlist of the background music please.
@jennahorner9356Ай бұрын
Finally… more NA drinks!
@icarlosfernandezАй бұрын
The way this guy thinks about steaks and hamburgers is how I think of alcohol
@MrLazyshade15 күн бұрын
Do a mead tasting!
@TB11222Ай бұрын
Always great to see you! Keep going🤙🏾
@matthias8122Ай бұрын
He’s wearing his summer beanie.
@derekaegerter9172Ай бұрын
Who’s on their 2nd beer watching this? After sharing a bottle of wine. After an aperitif. After day drinking.
@areyoureally123Ай бұрын
I wish this was out 2 weeks ago. I’ve wasted a couple hundred trying no alc beverages.
@TwoToneSoldierАй бұрын
Have you thought of a THC beverage video?
@kenziemckenzie-bennett5399Ай бұрын
Cool!
@npavlovskyweismantel2929Ай бұрын
I found myself wondering how much valerian (natural sedative) is in the Nightcap … ? Shouldn’t that be required to be listed? As others have said: your videos on every topic are exceptional; thank you!
@KavirazOfficial2 күн бұрын
👍
@sefamazing6914Ай бұрын
Best part is it still as expensive as the real stuff
@peacheslenoir6862Ай бұрын
I love this video! So helpful
@daneflaniganАй бұрын
As soon as he said celebrity…. 😂
@ploschi1Ай бұрын
Josephinenhütte glasses?
@numanuma20Ай бұрын
NA has yet to impress me.
@michaelpabon4480Ай бұрын
Higher margin without alcohol 👀
@eumeliovazquezjr1630Ай бұрын
What glass is that?
@EmmettDoesStuff_YTАй бұрын
Where did he find a copy of an Encyclopedia, though?
@RobGaloАй бұрын
Public library.
@EmanuelLopez-my1ngАй бұрын
Non-alcoholic tequila upsets me on so many levels...
@Cheese-wg3ccАй бұрын
You definitely have people who drink energy drinks socially