To create a professional cocktail experience, you don't need complex mixology knowledge or special bar equipment. The foundation of home cocktail making is, on the one hand, daring to experiment, and on the other, using quality ingredients.

For mocktails, or non-alcoholic cocktails, the latter condition is particularly important, especially if the goal is an elegant and layered 0% drink composition. Sento Vivo's spirits, non-alcoholic aperitifs, wines, and sparkling wines provide a perfect base for popular non-alcoholic cocktails, for which we've also brought some recipes.

Bella Aperitiv Spritz - The taste of sunset

The Bella Aperitiv Spritz is the essence of the Mediterranean lifestyle. The vibrant orange hue and the complex, at once sweet yet bitter character bring the atmosphere of North Italian terraces to you. It's a perfect choice for a casual chat with friends or as an opening for a more elegant garden reception. Serve with olives, roasted almonds, or a few bites of aged cheese.

Ingredients:

• 30 ml BELLA Glamour ZeroZero - non-alcoholic prosecco
• 30 ml BELLA Aperitiv Spritz - non-alcoholic aperitif
• 60 ml soda water
• 1 slice of orange – for garnish

Preparation:

1. Fill a large, wide-rimmed glass with ice.
2. Pour in the BELLA Aperitiv Spritz, non-alcoholic aperitif, then the BELLA Glamour ZeroZero, non-alcoholic prosecco.
3. Add a splash of soda.
4. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
5. Garnish with a slice of orange.

Sento Vivo tip: Use a large wine glass, as this will truly showcase the beautiful color of the drink and the fizz of the prosecco.

Virgin Hugo - The scent of a spring breeze

Light, floral, and infinitely refreshing. This drink perfectly combines the sweetness of elderflower, the bubbles of prosecco, and the piquancy of mint and lime. It's an excellent accompaniment to light spring salads and fresh goat cheese. Ideal for an afternoon read on a sun-drenched terrace or a friendly brunch.

Ingredients:

• 100 ml CHAVIN Le Petit Étoilé Sparkling - non-alcoholic sparkling wine
• 20 ml elderflower syrup or essence
• 30 ml soda water
• Fresh mint leaves and lime slices

Preparation:

1. Place the mint leaves at the bottom of a wide-rimmed glass and gently muddle them with a bar spoon.
2. Fill the glass with ice.
3. Add the elderflower syrup, then pour in the BELLA Glamour ZeroZero and soda.
4. Add the lime slices and stir gently.

Sento Vivo tip: Don't crush the mint completely, just release its oils – this way the drink remains clear, but its aroma is beautifully present in the drink.

Gin-tonic mocktail - Botanical freshness

For those who prefer a drier, spicier direction, a virgin gin-tonic infused with juniper and herbs is the best fit. It's a splendid choice for more characteristic, spicier snacks or even a light grilled dinner.

Ingredients:

• 50 ml non-alcoholic gin distillate
• 120 ml dry tonic
• Thinly sliced cucumber
• A few juniper berries or pink peppercorns

Preparation:

1. Chill the glass, then fill it with ice cubes.
2. Pour in the non-alcoholic distillate.
3. Carefully, pouring down the side of the glass, add the tonic to preserve the bubbles.
4. Place the cucumber and spices in the glass.

Sento Vivo tip: Create a spiral shape from the cucumber and place it in the glass; this will make your drink look much more elegant. A sprig of rosemary can make your cocktail even more distinctive and special.

Let the warm, spring evenings conquer you too - and the perfect accompaniment is a refreshing non-alcoholic cocktail. Surprise your friends, loved ones, or yourself with it and enjoy the crystal clear world of mocktails, hangover-free and without compromise.

For more cocktail ideas, visit our "Recipes" page.