Non-alcoholic bevies.

So, maybe you’ve heard me say it before: Botanika is a non-alcoholic bottle (and bodega) for everyone. There are A LOT of myths surrounding the NA scene. Let’s break it down:

MYTH #1 There is a myth that only sober people drink NA stuff.

That’s just not true. Many people who drink alcohol use NA botanical spirits, alcohol-free shrubs and bitters, and even canned NA cocktails to spiff up regular alcoholic drinks. Other people like to alternate NA drinks, like beers and wines, with their alcoholic counterparts for those nice long afternoon-evening-night sessions. Many sober-curious people and those who want to reduce their drinking swap in NA alternatives. It’s a great way to ease into a less boozy lifestyle.

And then we have THC drinks and Kava. While we don’t have any approved THC drinks in Utah yet, we do have Kava. These drinks are become SUPER popular ways to get that relax without the hangover. They’re tasty and totally safe.

MYTH #2 NA stuff is gross.

Back a few years, I would have TOTALLY agreed with you. A lot of it was just plain undrinkable. But with demand has come innovation and massive improvements. Nowdays, NA beers are indistinguishable from their alcoholic counterparts. DE-alcoholized wine is made exactly the same way as a standard wine and then the alcohol is taken out. The end product is a lovely wine without the hangover. Within the spirits category, there are brands who are producing brilliant concoction out of botanicals and nootropics with flavor profiles that are not just interesting but also mood-enhancing. Several spirit mimics like Tennyson, Free Spirits Tequila, and Seedlip are fantastic substitutes for the real thing. You can cut your standard cocktail with half of your NA choice for a cocktail without the bite.

MYTH #3 NA drinks should be cheap.

Ya, I wish! Unfortunately, just like an alcoholic drink, quality has a value. NA drinks are crafted using premium ingredients and skilled craftsmanship. In this category, you truly do get what you pay for: the cost reflects the quality and care that go into every sip.

MYTH #4 NA drinks are bad for you.

This is not about alcohol vs non-alcohol. We could definitely do that, but let’s just talk NA. Enter label reading: many NA drink are usually straight up healthy. They don’t add funky ingredients or sugars to make up for taste. The NA drinks we stock are rigorously vetted for quality ingredients and no added gunk. Further, we stock a lot of products that use nootropics, mushrooms, and adaptogens, making them truly healthy alternatives to sodas, alcoholic drinks, and even water!

Curious? Let us help you discover how NA alternatives can become part of your wellness goals and flavor parties. Contact us, visit us, poke around and give a few things a try. I promise you’ll be pleasantly surprised!