What is Seedlip?
Seedlip is the world's first non-alcoholic distilled liquor! Seedlip, which is based on the 1651 book ‘The Art of Distillation’, has revolutionised the way we think about non-alcoholic beverages. This drink is what you didn't know you wanted in your life because it's sugar-free, sweetener-free, and alcohol-free. Get the same great taste of your favourite spirits and cocktails without the added guilt or horrible hangover the next morning. Seedlip is an amazing alternative for those who may not want to partake in drinking alcohol but still want to be social.
How is Seedlip made?
Seedlip is made with only the finest natural ingredients available, including carefully selected herbs, spices, peels, and barks that their master distiller can work with.
The entire process takes 6 weeks and includes custom maceration, copper pot distillation, mixing, and filtration for each ingredient. Once this process has been completed, Seedlip spirits are then blended and bottled in England then shipped out globally for everyone to enjoy!
Is Seedlip a Gin?
Contrary to popular belief, Seedlip is in fact NOT a gin. Put simply, Seedlip lacks the key ingredient needed to be classified as a gin, juniper, as well as some of the other botanicals commonly found in gin. Juniper gives non-alcoholic gin the classic ginny taste that many know and love.
Instead of attempting to replicate the taste of gin, Seedlip has opted to use a unique and complex selection of plants to create a completely different flavour profile while still mimicking the taste of your favourite spirits so you will never know the difference.
So, what does Seedlip taste like?
Currently, Seedlip has 3 different flavours on offer: Garden 108, Spice 94, and Grove 42. It is recommended that these are mixed with either tonic water, soda water, or ginger ale – rather than being sipped neat. It is also great as a base for non-alcoholic cocktails.
Garden 108 is a floral blend of peas and hay which celebrates the English countryside. It is by capturing this essence that Garden 108 uses its top notes of pea and hay balanced with a complex herbal base of spearmint, rosemary, and thyme to create a truly sophisticated drink.
The aromatic and complex blend of allspice, bark, and citrus encompass Spice 94. You will be able to taste the warm notes of allspice and cardamom, the citrus top notes of lemon and grapefruit peel, and the bitter finish which is thanks to the high-quality oak and cascarilla barks.
When drinking Grove 42 you will be greeted with a zesty warm blend of orange, lemongrass, and ginger. This Seedlip non-alcoholic spirit is a complex citrus blend using lemon and 3 different types of orange which include blood orange, bitter orange, and mandarin. It also includes ginger and lemongrass which work as uplifting spice distillates.
What are the best ways to drink Seedlip?
Seedlip is best served with soda or tonic water, alternatively, it works great as a base for your favourite cocktails! Seedlip does not contain alcohol or sugar, which is why it is very important to mix Seedlip so the flavour can truly shine through! Trust me, you will not be disappointed.
Our serving size recommendation is 50ml over plenty of ice and partnered with a mixer of your choice. Depending on which one of our spirits the garnish will change; for Garden 108 we recommend a rosemary sprig, for Grove 42 we recommend a lime wheel, and for Spice 94 we recommend a lime wedge! However, it doesn’t make a huge difference, whatever your preference when it comes to your drinks, Seedlip has you covered, just replace your typical spirit with Seedlip and try it out for yourself.
Does Seedlip contain any alcohol?
The Seedlip products may contain traces of alcohol (<0.5% ABV) but when mixed or diluted with other non-alcoholic beverages it reduces the alcohol level to that of orange or apple juice. What many don’t realise is that some fruits have a higher ABV level than Seedlip, so you don’t have to worry if you have any health condition or reason that prevents you from drinking alcohol, you will be safe drinking Seedlip as your alcohol alternative.
Can you drink Seedlip if you are pregnant?
Creating an alternative to your favourite alcoholic beverages was Seedlip's main objective when creating their non-alcoholic spirits. Seedlip is perfect for those who simply cannot drink alcohol, including pregnant women. We do recommend If you have any concerns at all about consuming Seedlip while pregnant please consult your doctor. Seedlip may contain traces of alcohol when consumed without mixing or diluting but we highly recommend that when drinking Seedlip it should always be mixed and diluted, not consumed neat.
How long can I keep Seedlip for?
Yet another great bonus about Seedlip, it can last for up to 2 years. Seedlip Spice 94, Grove 42, and Garden 108 all have the best buy date of 2 years. However, If you have opened the bottle it is recommended to consume it within 6 months for the best tasting experience. There is no need to refrigerate your Seedlip, just store it in a cool dry place like you would your alcoholic spirits.