Best non alcoholic wine, beer and spirits for Dry January and beyond

A whopping nine million UK adults aim to complete Dry January this year (up from eight million people last year), according to Alcohol Change UK.

It's no wonder that sales of no- and low-alcohol beverages grew by more than 7% across 10 key global markets in 2022, surpassing £9 billion in market value.

There are plenty of other non-alcoholic options now in 2023 - some of which taste like alcohol, while others have an alcoholic 'vibe' without replicating the taste or smell - so it's all about personal preference.

There's a myriad of benefits from swapping to a zero-alcohol substitute. According to Alcohol Change UK, the organisation behind the Dry January movement, 70% of people sleep better, 86% save money and 65% noticed improved general health after a month of no alcohol. There's also a reduced risk of cancers, blood pressure and liver disease.

Best non-alcoholic spirits

Stryyk Not V*dka | £12 from Amazon

If you’re missing the “burn” a strong vodka gives you, this range of non-alcoholic spirits will replicate alcohol in the most authentic way.

Seedlip Spice 94 | £18 from Amazon

Seedlip is the type of non-alcoholic drink you’re likely to find in a fancy London hotel. It comes in a range of different aromatic flavours and tastes delicious (although not that alcohol-like).

Celtic Soul | £18.99 from Amazon

Whisky drinkers: this one’s for you. Celtic Soul is the closest whisky-lovers will get to a non-alcoholic version of their beloved drink - it even looks dark and brooding.

Ceder's Crisp Non-Alcoholic Spirit | £16.74 from Amazon

Much like Seedlip, Ceder’s is made with botanicals for a fruity taste. It has the fresh feel of gin (without the alcohol, obviously) and reminds us a bit of Fever Tree.

Everleaf Mountain – Alcohol Free Pink Gin | £19 from Amazon

With a blend of 12 sustainably sourced botanicals, it might have a strong alcohol-esque taste, but it's just 44 calories a glass if you mix it with a light tonic. The brand recommends filling a large wine glass with ice, use one part Everleaf pink gin with three parts light tonic and garnish with strawberry slices.

Best non-alcoholic beer

Lucky Saint 0.5% Alcohol By Volume Unfiltered Lager 4 X 330ml | £6 from Tesco

The brand has 400 years' brewing experience, so any wonder they've crafted the best zero beer there is. "Lovely, crisp, refreshing alcohol free lager - the best there is going!" raved one happy fan.

Heineken 0.0 Alcohol Free Lager Beer 12x330ml | £7 (was £9) from Sainsburys

It took them years to craft this lager with fruity notes and a soft, malty body. And fans reckon it's as good as, if not better than the real thing.

Guinness Draught 0.0% Non-Alcoholic Beer, 4 x 440ml | £4.50 from Amazon

As tasty and recognisable as the original, it has that coffee-esque bitterness with that smooth, velvety finish. The only thing they haven't seemed to be able to replicate is the iconic 'Guinness head'.

Best non-alcohol wine

Oddbird Blancs De Blanc 100% Sparkling Chardonnay Wine | £12.29 from Amazon

Vibrant and delectable, this has aged for 12 months in oak barrels, which gives it an authentic, well-rounded taste of fresh fruits and citress with that hint of honey sweetness.

McGuigan Zero Sauvignon Blanc Alcohol Free | £4 from Waitrose

This Aussie fave is fruity and fresh - it even smells like the real thing. A big, crisply chilled glass of this goes perfectly with seafood, chicken, green vegetables, and pasta.

Nozeco Rose case of 6 | £18 from Amazon

Currently an Amazon best-seller, this alcohol free sparking ‘Prosecco’ has rave reviews with shoppers saying it “tastes great” and is “amazing value”.

Best non-alcoholic cocktails

Savyll - Non Alcoholic Cocktails (Case of 4 x 250ml Cans) | £9.99 for from Amazon

You can choose between a Bellini, Mojito, Paloma and a Moscow Mule - all ready to chill and drink. Plus they're low calorie, low sugar, vegan, gluten free...and, natch hangover free.

Alcohol-Free Cocktail Box | £19.99 from Nio Cocktails

The Alcohol-Free Cocktail Box is features a classic mocktail variation of the brand's award-winning Negroni alongside a Ginger Sour and a Lemongrass Citrus cocktail. "Best non-alcoholic cocktails I’ve had!" commented one happy sipper. "Unique flavour, not the usual sickly fruit juices you get when you don’t drink."

The Vida Loca Mockarita 12 pack | £29.99 from Drink Mocktails

Ideal for a mocktail party, your guests will barely notice the difference between this and a real Margarita. This premium booze-free beverage is a mere 80 calories per 200ml bottle, plus it's non-GMO, contains no high-fructose corn syrup, no artificial colours or flavours, no preservatives, is gluten-free, allergen-free and vegan. Phew.