'Goodbye festive hangovers.' The best non-alcoholic drinks to try this Christmas.

I’m dreaming of an alcohol-free Christmas...

But it’s not like the ones you used to know!

Yep, gone are the days of sugary mocktails or soda water as your only options. Now the sober and sober-curious are spoilt for choice when it comes to alc-free choices.

The concept of Christmas without some bubbly or beers may seem daunting to some, but the alternatives currently on the market taste so good, the only thing you’ll be missing is the hangover.

I stopped drinking two years ago and while I’ve always dabbled in the teetotaling drink space, I’ve never been more excited about the range of options that are available right now.

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From spirits that taste like the real thing, to mood-enhancing drinks, and cold-pressed juice mixers, here’s my curated edit of the best booze-free bevs for the festive season.

Sparkling

Lyre's Classico Grande

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A glass of bubbly is a staple for any celebration so thankfully the good people over at Lyre's dropped their first non-alcoholic Sparkling wine, Classico, just in time for the silly season. If you're not acquainted with Lyre's, they're an award-winning non-alcoholic brand that has made a name for themselves in the non-alc spirits world (more on that later!)

While the Classico could be compared to a Prosecco, it has a distinctive and contemporary taste - think peach, apple and musk, allowing it to stand on its own as a premium bottle of bubbly. Enjoy as is, or add it to a non-alc Aperol Spritz if you're feeling particularly summery!

Monceau Co. Monte Stella Sparkling Vermentino

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If you've ever wanted to tap into the hype that is natural wine but couldn't find anything in the alc-free space then look no further. Monceau Co. It's a craft microbrewery based in Melbourne that makes no and low alcohol kombucha, beer and now a Sparkling Vermentino wine, Monte Stella.

If you're a newbie to natural wine (aka the official bev of our time) it's basically grape juice that's fermented into wine with nothing added and nothing taken away. For the Monte Stella, this means it tastes lighter, brighter and fresher because it has no artificial carbonation, preservatives, sulphites or sweeteners.

This wine screams sunshine, picnics and rooftop bars and if that sounds like something you're into, the legends over at Monceau Co. have given us an exclusive link to purchase before they officially launch this weekend. Plus, they've hooked us up with a discount code to try it out for yourself.

Use the code 'montemia' for a 10% discount.

Plus & Minus Prosecco

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Plus & Minus Prosecco really ticks all the boxes if you're looking for a vibrant and full-flavoured glass of fizz. It's crisp, refreshing and has a great, light fruity flavour.

It also has a slight acidic finish which is great when served chilled as an aperitif before Christmas meals or BBQs. The best thing is, you'll want to keep coming back for another glass and you can, without the head rush!

Fun fact: the added 'Plus' in Plus & Minus refers to the addition of grape-skin extract giving the additional benefit of all the naturally occurring antioxidants normally found in wine.

Make sure to also check out their other wines like the Blanc de Blancs and Pinot Noir.

Polka Lilly Pilly Cuvée Sparkling

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New kids on the Polka from South Australia are here to show that not-drinking can still be glamourous. They've created a sparkling cuvée which includes a specialised blend of 11 white wine varietals and wild-harvested native Lilly Pilly.

Each white wine varietal was selected to balance the flavour and texture once the alcohol was removed, so you won't be drinking any fizzy grape juice here! The notes of Lilly Pilly allow for a dry, full-flavoured experience that pairs well with seafood (hello Xmas prawns!).

Make sure to also check out their stunning Botanical Spirit, aka a great alternative to pink gin. They use botanical extracts including pink grapefruit, juniper berry, finger lime, pepper berry, cardamom, fennel and cassia. It's perfect over ice for a G&T!

Wines

McGuigan Shiraz

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The whole McGuigan range is an essential part of the Australian non-alcoholic scene and when you find out they retail for just $12 a pop, it's easy to see why. They're a great entry-point for sober-curious people wanting to try different types of AF wine, especially because you can buy them at your local Coles or Woolies.

Their Zero Shiraz is particularly great and delivers that beloved Shiraz flavour through removing the alcohol after the fermentation process. It also has aromas of plum and berries with a subtle spice and vanilla flavour throughout - how festive!

You're also meant to serve it chilled, which is unusual for a Shiraz but well worth it once you give it a go.

Giesen Pinot Gris

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New Zealand winery Giesen's new Pinot Gris is the perfect refreshing summer drink. It tastes so much like alcohol, despite being 0%.

It has a beautiful balance of crispness and sweetness with delicate floral notes of white blossoms, lychee and red apple. On the palate, you'll get classic Pinot Gris flavours like apple and pear, with a hint of muscat. It's perfect for lunches or whenever you're feeling like something light.

TÖST Rosé

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TOST non-alcoholic Rosé is an all-natural sparkling wine with a blend of white tea, ginger and elderberry. It's not your typical sparkling rosé though, it's more akin to a cider but with the feel of a bottle of bubbly. It's a sophisticated drink that feels elegant and summery - perfect to bring to