Once upon a time, ordering a non-alcoholic drink at a cocktail bar meant getting a soda with a lime wedge—or worse, a blank stare. But times have changed. Today, master bartenders across the globe are elevating the alcohol-free experience, crafting inventive, complex, and beautiful cocktails using premium non-alcoholic spirits. Leading the way? Standouts like The Pathfinder, a fermented and hemp-based spirit packed with earthy, botanical depth.
“The Pathfinder completely changed the game for me,” says Melissa from Calgary, Alberta. “I had a smoked sage and citrus cocktail that tasted just like something you'd sip in a speakeasy—it was thoughtful, balanced, and had that slow-sipping vibe you want from a great drink.”
Bartenders are embracing the challenge of layering flavors without relying on alcohol as the backbone. Instead, they’re tapping into ingredients like fermented teas, tinctures, herbs, and non-alcoholic wine to bring richness and nuance to each glass.
And speaking of wine—one of the most versatile bases for a summer mocktail is a dry, sparkling non-alcoholic wine like Prima Pavé. With crisp acidity and bubbles to spare, it makes the perfect foundation for light, refreshing creations ideal for patio season.
Featured Recipe: Prima Peach Spritz (A Zero-Proof Summer Favourite)
Ingredients:
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3 oz Prima Pavé Rosé Brut
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1 oz white peach purée (or muddled ripe peach)
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0.5 oz lemon juice
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2 dashes orange bitters (non-alcoholic)
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Splash of soda water
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Fresh mint and peach slice for garnish
Instructions:
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In a shaker, combine the peach purée and lemon juice. Shake briefly with ice.
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Strain into a wine glass filled with ice.
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Top with Prima Pavé Rosé Brut and a splash of soda water.
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Stir gently and garnish with a mint sprig and peach slice.
This spritz is bright, fruit-forward, and totally alcohol-free—perfect for long sunny afternoons or a stylish brunch.
With non-alcoholic spirits like The Pathfinder and quality mixers like Prima Pavé on the rise, sober-curious drinkers no longer have to compromise. The craft is here. The flavor is real. And the bar is officially open for everyone.