rainyengland

So our annual house party is looming

Done really well over the holiday season but I’m fed up with coke,juice,fizzy water and cups of tea

Any ideas - nothing too fancy that takes ages to make up and nothing that draws attention to fact I’m not drinking like a bright green juice with a umbrella in ! Can’t be bothered to explain to others why I don’t drink and been told few wont hurt 🤔

Not looking for a alcohol replacement - just a change,something bit different ..looked on supermarkets shelves but nothing jumps out and makes me go yum !

nova84

My "grown-up" non-alcoholic drink whilst we were away over Christmas was Elderflower Fizz...refreshing and sparkling. You'll be able to find loads of recipes online. Wishing you a sober new year 💜

rainyengland

Just had a google - that sounds nice !

Grateful11

There are grown-up sodas like Fentimans and GUS (grown up soda) that have more flavor and not as sweet. Also, I put my coke ot pelligrino or ginger ale in a fancy glass at holiday parties, it helps to reduce the feeling that I'm missing out.

I love Elderflower syrup! Could also use Rose syrup mixed with sparkling water to make a pretty pink drink.

Xx

JJ991

Hmmm, one of my favourites is pink lemonade but that would draw attention!!

Tesco have loads of flavoured sparkling waters, worth a look. There is also normal cloudy lemonade, not just the pink one!!

Happy sober New Year!!

andyh

I struggle with this too as I don't really have a sweet tooth. I know it's another juice, but I like V8 done Virgin Mary style - Tabasco, Lea & Perrins, etc. - which I don't find triggering for some reason. umbrella optional

Inchworm

I like pellagrino and POM��

tealily

I like orange and vanilla seltzer or just vanilla seltzer (no sugar) with a bit of tart cherry juice or orange juice added. Slice of lime and a couple frozen berries makes it fun. It's not too sweet.

Berrybean

Ginger beer (a decent one - and it's not beer, that's just in the name) with extra ginger and lots of fresh mint leaves and lime juice.

My fave. SO refreshing.

BB

b0glerd69

I drink Earl Grey normally but have developed a liking for fruit tea and the sparkling water (Tesco) is also nice, I bought a few of them for Christmas and they are refreshing in a large glass with ice.