Author: Kim Parsley

When my cardiologist first suggested that alcohol was a trigger for my heart issues, I couldn’t help but think that those were nasty words. Quit alcohol? Forever? It was obviously my choice to navigate this based on input from an expert. However, I had decided that my ability to hike with my husband and continue running around with my granddaughters were the biggest priorities in my life, so I quit. And to quit meant to quit forever. That is where my journey began – mentally working through the idea of forever. Forever. This monumental amount of time. Having enjoyed the…

Just in time for the warmer months, I finally found a non-alcoholic white wine (no bubbles) that I like! I wasn’t asking for much, was I? I prefer dry white wine. I am not a fan of bubbles (except when they’re carbonating my beer). But I’ve had a heck of a time finding a wine that suited me. I added cardamom bitters to most alcohol-removed whites to balance out an unforgettable grape juice flavor. But I wasn’t going to give up. I was on a quest to find a suitable substitute as I enjoy the evening ritual of sipping a…

Those hot summer days call for an easy-to-make refreshing drink. Boy, how I found myself missing a botanical gin & tonic when I first cut out the alcohol! Luckily, I’ve discovered so many non-alcoholic gin substitutes that I can quickly quench that thirst. As a point of reference, I used to drink a clean London dry gin with cardamom bitters, St-Germain’s elderflower liqueur, and some premium tonic. That was my go-to G&T. Yum! So, if those flavors sound impressive to you, I think you’ll love these recipes. NA Citrus & Tonic Pour all ingredients over ice and stir. Gin-free &…

Summer is right around the corner for those living in the Northern Hemisphere. And if you’re like me, your drinking habits are about to shift with the warmer weather. Gin and tonics, mojitos, and citrus smashes come to mind. When I first started experimenting with non-alcoholic (NA) spirits, I came across Seir Hill’s rum alternative. I was very excited by this spirit’s ability to remind me of rum immediately. No doubt the balance of aromas and flavors hit you – specifically the sugar cane and caramel that you expect. This alcohol-free product, named Biscane, is dark in color, so I…