Sentia Red Gaba Spirit: A 50cl Vegan & Gluten-Free Non-Alcoholic Beverage, Fair Trade Certified, 0% ABV.

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Designed specifically to target the ‘GABA’ receptors which calm and relax the brain, Sentia aims to deliver that nice two-drink feeling of disinhibition […] Crucially, it’s alcohol-free and instead relies on a herbal concoction to achieve the desired neurological effect. So could it catch on?” (in English) I particularly like Upside Dawn, though I’ve also tried Run Wild IPA and All Out Extra Dark, both of which are good in different ways.

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The science of Sentia's components meant that they were probably safe, Nutt said. "They have met the food standards, it doesn't get much better than that," he said. I love the fruity taste of this zero-alcohol rum-type spirit and the promise it gives of sunny days to come. Dash Lilley, one of the co-founders, talks up the functional potency of the company’s drinks cabinet. Like the team at GABA Labs, Lilley’s colleagues looked to plants that could provide a similar effect as alcohol’s perceived positive effects.

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This sparkling white wine is light and fruity, and very drinkable – it would be a good introduction to alcohol-free for those wanting to try Dry January for the first time. London, UK. Jan. 03, 2021 – British-based, Drink Ingredient developer Alcarelle is a pioneer in the alcohol alternative space, designing a product that aims to be “better than alcohol” and that allows people to experience all the benefits but without use of ethanol. The bottom line: Sentia has not been tested in the same rigorous way as a new drug, even though it can change behaviour and acts on the brain.

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I have my favourite zero-alcohol wines, spirits and beers, all of which offer a grown-up taste and satisfy the need for a drink that suits me. Some people, however, want more — they’re looking for the buzz that alcohol brings but without the alcohol. As far as I know, that’s not been possible, until now. Neuroscientists have created a new category of non-alcoholic ‘spirit’ designed to mimic the feel-good effects of alcoholAt the same time, GABA Labs is expanding into the Botanical Spirits and Alcohol-Free beverage market with the launch of their subsidiary company – The Social Drinks Company (TSDC). During January, The Social Drinks Company will enter the consumer beverage market with their first Botanical Spirit, Sentia*.

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The flavour is light and smooth, and it’s not too fizzy, so it's an all-round good alternative to regular lager and a great introduction to the sector for anybody trying Dry January. All we’re trying to do is give them something that will do what they want, but with very, very reduced risks of harm.’ The name means free in Zulu and as well as being alcohol-free, the spirit is gluten-free and has no sugar, artificial flavourings of colourings. Whereas only a few years ago your choice was limited, now there’s an abundance of alcohol-free or low-alcohol drinks on the market, including beers, wines, spirits, ciders and grown-up soft drinks such as Kombucha.

This sparkling version comes in a wine bottle and has a cork that opens with a satisfying ‘pop’ so it both looks and sounds the part.

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And while there’s no evidence of impairment with Sentia, the team won’t recommend it for designated drivers as people might be affected by it differently.I’m not one of those people who is happy with just a soda or fruit juice; one or two are okay, but after a while, the sweetness is just too much. Fizzy water now and then is also acceptable, but after a while becomes pretty boring. London Light is also available in First Light, which is flavoured with juniper (but not as strongly as some other alcohol-free gins I’ve tried), and in Midnight Sun.