Going alcohol-free doesn’t mean going flavour-free. As more Kiwis embrace mindful drinking, Dry July is the perfect time to explore the new wave of zero-alcohol sips that don’t compromise on taste, vibe, or experience. From bold, cocktail-inspired bevs to ethically made craft sodas and natural mixers that make mocktails feel magic, these drinks prove you can skip the booze and still bring the party. Whether you’re in it for the whole month or just pacing your way through the weekend, these standout drops will keep your glass full and your conscience clear.
New Drop Alert: This Zero-Alcohol Mango Margarita Tastes Like Trouble (In the Best Way)
Trouble’s brewing this Dry July – but it’s the kind you want to get into.
Free AF has just dropped its boldest bevvy yet: a non-alcoholic Mango Margarita that’s full-on flavour, zero compromise, and 100% attitude. It’s tropical, punchy, and unapologetically cheeky – just like your favourite marg, minus the hangover.
Whether you’re diving into the weekend or just elevating Taco Tuesday at home, this new AF release is all about big flavour and even bigger vibes. Juicy mango leads the charge – think sun-soaked, ripe, and tropical – before that classic margarita citrusy heat kicks in. Zesty lime rounds it all out with a twist of fresh, tangy confidence.
But wait – there’s more. Just as you think the ride’s over, Afterglow™ steps in. That’s Free AF’s signature secret weapon – giving you that familiar warm, tingly buzz, without a drop of alcohol. It’s like golden hour on your tastebuds.
This isn’t your average mocktail. It’s a full-body experience. One sip and you’ll know – this is a drink that tastes like fun, feels like summer, and comes with exactly zero regrets.
More Kiwis are rethinking how they drink – choosing to cut back without cutting out the fun. Soda and juice just aren’t cutting it anymore. When you want something elevated, something that feels like an actual cocktail – Free AF delivers.
So, whether you’re going alcohol-free for the month or just skipping the booze for the night, the new Mango Margarita is here to make sure you’re not missing out. It’s bold. It’s juicy. It’s dangerously good.
FREE AF MANGO MARGARITA – THE PERFECT POUR
Step 1. Chill your Free AF Mango Margarita.
Step 2. Fill your glass with ice (a short tumbler or classic marg glass is recommended).
Step 3. Pour in your Free AF Mango Margarita.
Step 4. Garnish with a wedge of fresh lime, or go full tropical with mango slices and a chilli salt rim.
And if you’re looking for additional options with the Afterglow hit, you might also want to try these:
VØD%A SPRITZ – Zero booze, zero sugar. Inspired by the timeless Vodka Soda, with Passionfruit, a dash of Lime and a hit of Afterglow™.
CLASSIC G&T – An alcohol-free expression of the classic Gin and Tonic – juniper, quinine, and a crisp spritz of lemon.
CUBA LIBRE – Classic rum and cola.
CUCUMBER G&T – A perfectly mixed Gin and Tonic, garnished with a slice of English-garden-fresh cucumber. Clean, mildly sweet, beautifully refreshing.
DARK & STORMY – An alcohol-free intoxicating blend of spiced rum, ginger ale, lime.
GRAPEFRUIT MARGARITA – The cooling freshness of lime and pink grapefruit, the heat of Mexican chilli and a dash of Afterglow™ makes for the perfect AF Grapefruit Margarita.
PINK GRAPEFRUIT G&T – An alcohol-free twist on the classic Gin and Tonic, lifted with the inclusion of pink grapefruit and rose. Bitter-sweet, floral and invigorating.
Can’t make up your mind which one to choose? Try an AF Mixed Pack.
Brown Brothers Zero Range – Full Flavour, Zero Alcohol
Brown Brothers doesn’t believe flavour should be sacrificed when it comes to enjoying a glass of wine. Their collection of vibrant, refreshing alcohol-free wines has been created so you can still enjoy the taste and feeling you get from your favourite Brown Brothers drop, without the headache or over-consumption.
Brown Brothers Moscato Rosé Zero – FRUITY, FRESH & BRIGHT
Moscato Rosé Zero, is a delicious drop perfect for indulging sans guilt. Irresistibly fresh with delicate notes of berry and musk, this wine sings with fruity flavour. Serve well chilled.
Brown Brothers Prosecco Zero – ZESTY, LIGHT & BRIGHT
Refreshing and dry with a satisfying citrus tang, featuring notes of crisp green apple and delicious pear. Serve chilled alongside fresh seafood or salted popcorn.
Refreshing and dry with a satisfying citrus tang, featuring notes of crisp green apple and delicious pear. Serve chilled alongside fresh seafood or salted popcorn.
Brown Brothers Prosecco Rosé Zero – BUBBLY, BRIGHT & PINK
Bubbly, bright, and beautifully pink Prosecco — made with zero alcohol and all the flavour. Delicate notes of strawberry, crisp apple and citrus.
Brown Brothers Moscato Zero – BEST SERVED CHILLED
With lifted aromas of citrus, sherbet and freshly cut grapes. Mildly fizzy and deliciously drinkable, enjoy chilled alongside savoury snacks, cheese, or dessert.
Brown Brothers Cienna Zero – REFRESHING, FRUITY & RED
Light and bright – a riot of sweet summer berries in a glass. Offering the full fruity flavour of your favourite Cienna, this easy-drinking red is made with 0.5% alc/vol and is best enjoyed chilled, all year round.
Try one of these delicious mocktail recipes – you can’t go wrong!
Karma Drinks: The Soda with Soul
As more Kiwis lean into a sober-curious lifestyle, Karma Drinks is redefining what it means to sip with intention. From the bold Karma Cola to the spicy Gingerella and the zingy Lemmy Lemonade, these aren’t your average soft drinks – they’re premium, purpose-driven craft sodas made to refresh both you and the planet.
Crafted with complex flavours, organic ingredients, and an uncompromising ethical backbone –think B-Corp certified, Fairtrade, and plastic-free – Karma Drinks are as good as they taste. Every bottle and can is made with real, responsibly sourced ingredients and a whole lot of heart.
Born on Piha Beach, Karma began with one simple idea: create a cola that’s good for the land, the growers, and the people who drink it. That idea sparked something bigger –The Karma Foundation. Today, 1% of every Karma Drink sale goes directly to support cola nut farmers and their communities in Sierra Leone, helping fund education, infrastructure, and economic independence.
All your favourite classic flavours – just with better ingredients, a better mission, and a better impact. Call it Karma.
Razza Raspberry Lemonade
Lemons get a sweet and tangy twist in Razza, Karma’s punky pink lemonade. The feel-good flavour comes from natural raspberry, organic lemons and Fairtrade organic cane sugar.
Lemmy Lemonade
The combination of organic lemons and Fairtrade organic cane sugar brings good fortune to the farmers who get a fair deal for their crop, and a Lemmy zing to you. For those watching their sugar intake, choose Sugar Free Lemmy Lemonade.
Sugar Free Karma Cola
You want a cola that refreshes your thirst, tastes fantastic and isn’t full of sugar? Sugar free Karma Cola has the natural sweetener stevia to take out the sugar and keep in the flavour of the organically grown and ethically sourced ingredients in their original Karma Cola recipe. Part proceeds from each bottle go to cola growers’ families, so every drink you buy does good.
Karma Cola
You can recognise and pronounce everything that goes into Karma’s original organic cola recipe. There are no secrets, preservatives or anything artificial.
Gingerella Ginger Ale
Gingerella is made from Mother Nature’s magical healer – ginger – grown organically by Fairtrade farmers in Wayamba, Sri Lanka. Its clean, crisp and fiery kick comes from a unique blend of Fairtrade organic ginger, lemons, sugar and spice.
GOOD COCKTAIL CO.
Good-bye preservatives and nasty ingredients with the Good Cocktail Co. range of natural mixers for non-alcohol cocktails, vegan alcohol cocktails, and more. Made from pure, natural botanical extracts that are delicious with or without alcohol added.
The Auckland-based innovators newest creation–Passionfruit & Vanilla Martini Mixer – is designed for cocktail lovers and combines the vibrant zest of passionfruit with the subtle sweetness of aromatic vanilla, delivering a modern twist on a timeless classic.
Made with all-natural, vegan-friendly, and gluten-free ingredients, Good Cocktail Co.’s Passionfruit & Vanilla Martini Mixer is completely free from artificial colours, flavours, and preservatives – living up to their commitment to their “nothing artificial” promise.
Each bottle makes approximately 10 cocktails, making it perfect for sharing or savouring over time.
Good Cocktail Co.’s range also includes fan favourites such as the Daiquiri with Luscious Strawberries + Yuzu, Margarita with Orange Juice + Hibiscus Flowers, Martini with Passionfruit + Vanilla and Mojito with Real Lime Juice + Natural Mint Flavour.
Pair with soda or non-alcoholic bubbles for a refreshing sip.