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Laori – the alcohol-free alternative to gin
The new „must-try hit“ in a glass: LAORI – Juniper No 1 – Do you know that feeling? You're out and about – whether at a friend's house or in a restaurant – and it's time to choose a drink. You're asked what you'd like with your meal, or perhaps as an aperitif. If you prefer non-alcoholic drinks, you quickly end up with water, soft drinks, or the good old spritzer, right? I've been there quite a few times, and I've always found it a shame that there are so few non-alcoholic drinks that still give you the feeling of enjoying a "real drink," like a refreshing aperitif or long drink. While searching for new and trendy non-alcoholic options, I came across... Laori, the alcohol- and sugar-free alternative to gin. It looks like gin, smells like gin, but it isn't. Naturally, I wanted to try it immediately and ordered my own Laori set, complete with tonic water. Numerous Laori mixed drinks later, I've become a huge fan of this alcohol-free newcomer and want to tell you all about it. – What makes Laori special? What's the idea behind it, and how can this alcohol-free alternative to gin best be enjoyed?
Laori Tonic with tonic water and Lagroni with Sanbitter
Meet Laori, the alcohol-free alternative to gin.
Honestly, there are gins on the market these days, aren't there? For a while, you could almost say, "If you're anyone, you have your own gin." 😉 Not bad, but unfortunately not a solution for those who sometimes want to abstain from alcohol but not from the enjoyment of drinking it. So, even before trying it, I was incredibly excited and curious about the new Laori Juniper No. 1 – what would it taste like? I'd already heard that Laori is supposed to taste like gin, but isn't actually gin. Hmm, intriguing! Laori is enriched with the finest botanicals, including juniper, cardamom, rosemary, lavender, angelica, coriander, and bergamot. At the same time, the ingredients give Laori a very mild and gentle freshness – similar to the familiar image of gin. Now I know: If you pour Laori into your glass as a base, you'll actually have the feeling, both in taste and aroma, of enjoying a classic long drink.
Another advantage of Laori: When it comes to mixing, there are no limits to your creativity, whether you prefer a classic tonic, a tangy Sanbitter, or a refreshing Laori Basil Smash – you can experiment and mix however you like. But no matter which creations ultimately win you over, all Laori drinks have one thing in common: You'll wake up the next day without a hangover. 🙂
Before we continue, a brief detour to the beginnings of Laori: For the young founders, Stella and Christian, the conscious enjoyment of food and drinks has always been paramount. They shared a problem I've described in detail: What to drink when you simply don't want alcohol, but still want a beverage made from high-quality ingredients, without artificial additives or sugar? Necessity is the mother of invention, and to avoid having to forgo variety any longer, the idea arose to create an alcohol-free alternative to gin. The idea became a reality, and in 2018, the time had come: Distilling, tasting, and experimenting began in their own kitchen. After quite some time of tinkering, Laori Juniper No. 1 was finally born.
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What makes Laori special: its unique features and production
Now, let's take a look at and inside the bottle: What makes Laori special? – Besides the aforementioned delicate aromas of spicy juniper, lemony cardamom, and mild notes of rosemary, I believe Laori's versatility is also a key to its success. Laori is perfect for anyone who enjoys good drinks, discovers new things, and isn't afraid to try something truly trendsetting. In addition to being sparkling and refreshing, sugar-free, and additive-free, Laori is also vegan and 100% of natural origin. Another unique selling point is the absolutely comparable drinking experience and familiar enjoyment, just like you'd expect from alcoholic beverages. Tell me, what other non-alcoholic drink gives you a similar "aperitif feeling," all without alcohol in your glass?
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Laori's production process uses no alcohol; in fact, it's a completely new approach. Years of experience in traditional French perfume distillation are combined with an innovative process developed specifically for Laori. This allows them to recreate both the aroma and the unmistakable taste of alcoholic gin. Combined with the eight botanicals mentioned and spices gently distilled with steam, this results in the unique Laori flavor.
Laori gets its special freshness from the addition of natural juniper flavoring – this contains a trace of residual alcohol of less than 0.31%. Therefore, Laori is not completely alcohol-free. Compared to a classic Laori Tonic, i.e., 50ml of Laori mixed with 150ml of tonic water, it contains only 0.06% alcohol by volume. A good compromise, in my opinion. 😉 (If you're interested in the topics and differences between "alcohol-free" and "alcohol-free," you can find more information on the...) Laori's blog inform about it.)
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Cheers! – Mixing with Laori
When my package arrived, I naturally wanted to try it immediately. The weather was perfect, so why not mix something delicious first thing in the morning – it's alcohol-free, after all! So, I got to work at my home bar and started mixing up a storm. 🙂 I began with a classic Laori Tonic, which is essentially a Gin and Tonic. Simply mix 50ml of Laori Juniper No. 1 with 150ml of tonic water and serve it on the rocks with a sprig of rosemary. Done! The result is a sparkling, fresh, and naturally alcohol-free Laori Tonic that definitely rivals any classic Gin and Tonic and, what's more, doesn't make you tipsy ;-). If you prefer a bit more color in your glass, simply swap the tonic water for 100ml of Sanbitter and serve it on the rocks with a slice of orange for a refreshing Lagroni. Delicious! Otherwise, there are of course no limits to your imagination and you can really let loose – as often and as much as you want, completely without hangovers, sugar and a guilty conscience.
My conclusion: I give Laori a definite thumbs up. Laori is a perfect alternative to the often rather bland selection currently available for non-alcoholic drinkers. Get it with my Discount code „BIANCA_LAORI_15“ now 15% Get your own bottle – but be quick, or I'll drink it all! ;-) If you have friends who are always on the lookout for cool trends, innovative new drinks, and fresh creations, Laori, with its stylish design, is also an ideal gift. I'm really looking forward to hearing what you think!
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Details about Laori: The alcohol-free alternative to gin with a residual alcohol content of less than 0.3%;
ideal for summer drinks, non-alcoholic tonic drinks and the like;
sugar-free, vegan, free from additives
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- Laori Tonic with tonic water and Lagroni with Sanbitter
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- Would you like to join us? Believe me, it's worth it.
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- Laori – the alcohol-free alternative to gin
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- You decide what else you want in the glass besides Laori.
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