Going booze-free has extended far beyond Dry January resolutions.
More and more Brits are choosing to skip the booze without sacrificing the social vibe of after-work drinks and happy hour. How? By choosing low and no options instead.
The drinks category has exploded in recent years. The National Institute for Health and Care Research has published data showing a rise in low and no alcohol sales, with the market worth £221 in 2021 and continuing on an upward trajectory.
We all stand to gain from cutting alcohol consumption. Better physical health and mental well-being, less money down the drain and more ways for those abstaining for myriad reasons - pregnancy, faith, teetotalers - to join the party.
Booze-free options can be found everywhere, from wine and spirits like gin and whisky to beer and cider.
Nancy Dales, Kopparberg's brand manager said: “People’s attitudes are changing towards drinking due to many factors some of which being health and wellness, mindful drinking movements and the availability of product. Social norms are also changing and the stigma around not drinking alcohol is decreasing, so we’re seeing an increase in people purchasing our alcohol-free alternatives.
What is the difference between alcoholic cider and alcohol-free cider?
“The difference between our alcoholic cider and alcohol-free cider is that fermentation is stopped at an earlier stage to prevent excess alcohol formation. We’re always looking at new product development and have some exciting things lined up for 2025 and 2026.”
Kopparberg is only one of a few cider brands following beer’s lead and putting no-alcohol bottles and cans on the table. We’ve rounded up the others to make your next mindful choice much easier to make.
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Kopparberg Fruit Cider Alcohol Free Variety pack
Say hello to all the juicy, refreshing flavours you know and love from Kopparberg, only minus the alcohol. This 10-can variety pack is perfect for keeping your fridge stocked with healthier alternatives, but it will serve you well through a BBQ or camping trip too. There are two each of the following flavours: mixed fruit, strawberry & lime, mixed fruit tropical, pear and summer punch. Each can is 330ml, making them easy to tuck into pockets if you're on the move.
Buy now £7.00, Amazon
Galipette
No feeling like you're drinking the consolation prize with Galipette - this French cider carries all the intense flavour of the real thing without the alcohol. Smooth, rich and bursting with apple notes, the serve slips down the throat guilt-free. Try it with a cheeseboard or have it with a cheesy pasta dish like ricotta ravioli. Made with Brittany and Normandy apples, this purchase is for a dozen 330ml bottles.
Buy now £21.60, Amazon
Maison Sassy Organic Non-Alcoholic Cider 0.0%
This 12-pack of cider looks and tastes like the real thing: only the 0.0% figures on its blue collar suggest the cider inside is anything but full strength.
Made from the juice of Normandy apples plucked from orchards near Château de Sassy, the semi-dry serve is packed with notes of mature and baked fruit. Keep it in the fridge until you're ready to pour over ice.
Lovely as an aperitif or paired with a light, creamy dessert.
Buy now £27.54, Amazon
Old Mout Cider Alcohol Free Pineapple & Raspberry Bottle
Thirsty for more refreshing flavours? Then a pineapple and raspberry mix may be more your bag. Old Mout presents its cider with a double twist; alcohol-free and bursting with flavour to boot. The 500ml bottles are UK-produced thirst-quenchers that are 100 per cent recyclable too. No guilt, all pleasure.
Buy now £27.25, Amazon
Rekorderlig Strawberry & Lime Non Alcohol Cider
Another Swedish brand leading the charge for alcohol-free cider, Rekorderlig presents its Strawberry and Lime bestseller in a boozeless version.
Sold as a pack of 15 bottles, there is zero alcohol present here, just fresh fruit flavours lightened with the addition of pure Swedish spring water.
Does it get any better? Why yes, it's gluten-free too.
Buy now £50.70, Amazon
Thatchers Zero % 4 x 440ml
Well-regarded for its crisp and refreshing flavour, Thatchers has joined the no-booze party with an alcohol-free version. The full-size cans (440ml) come in a pack of four and are only 25 calories a pop, making them perfect for anyone watching their waistline as well as their units. Expect a medium dry flavour with all the rich flavour from Somerset apples - just minus the bad stuff.
Buy now £4.00, Asda
Magners Zero 0% Cider 24 x 330ml
Ireland's Magners needs no introduction to cider-lovers, but its 0 per cent cider might. Each vegan-friendly bottle brims with the flavour you might expect from Magners, maintained by applying a non-alcoholic fermentation process to create a cider-like character boosted with apple juice.
Buy now £46.99, Amazon
Crafty Nectar 0.5-0.5 Alcohol Free Cider
Crafty Nectar may not be suitable for purists, but if you're looking for a low-alcohol cider alternative, you're in luck. There is just 0.5% ABV present in these bottles, making them virtually alcohol-free. Crafted with fresh pressed apples, this cider is on the sweeter side with a zingy burst that's best imbibed on a hot day.
Buy now £24.00, Amazon
Stowford Press Apple Cider Low Alcohol 500ml
This low alcohol cider from Stowford Press contains 0.3% ABV, making it perfect for anyone trying to cut back their consumption. The capped bottle is made for sessioning alongside its full-strength brothers; you probably won’t be able to tell the difference until you notice the absence of a hangover the morning after.
Buy now £1.30, Tesco
The Newt Sprigster Garden Brut
This Somerset haven has transformed our perception of cyder thanks to the farm shop at the hotel and gardens. There are more varieties than you can shake an apple cart at, including sparkling options.
If you're feeling flush and fancy, this Brut is the perfect thing to roll out for special occasions. Effervescent, complex and impeccably presented, take it to your next party and watch everyone else try to get in on the alcohol-free action.
Buy now £16.00, The Newt
