What is it? Launched in September, Sippers is a new online destination to discover premium no- or low-alcoholic wine, beer, spirits and mixers.
Who’s behind it? Sussex-based New Zealander Talia Broederlow, who was advised to stop drinking alcohol after contracting a serious case of dengue fever in Sri Lanka earlier this year. When she switched to non-alcoholic alternatives, she realised that many brands remained unknown or hard to access, despite the wide range now available.
Why you’ll love it: Going strong through Sober October, or thinking about consciously cutting down on booze in the lead-up to the festive season? Sippers showcases high-quality ‘no and low’ alternatives to your favourite drinks – without the judgement. “We’re not preachy about the need to cut out booze altogether,” Talia tells Stylist Loves. “There’s an increasing amount of mindful drinkers who want to drink a little less because they’re training for a marathon or can’t face a hangover the following day.” With all brands hand-selected by Talia, you’ll recognise British labels such as Sipsmith and Lucky Saint, but can also expect to discover smaller brands offering everything from organic sparkling rosé to pre-mixed cocktails. We’re particularly intrigued by SpritzISH (£8.99 for four 250ml cans) by Denmark’s ISH Spirits and the delightfully named NEIPA The Cosmic Turtle New England IPA (£2.70 for 440ml) from Somerset-based Lowtide Brewing Company. Dry January, we’re ready for you… sippersdrinks.com