Alcohol free Whiskey recipes

The third Saturday in May is reserved for World Whisky Day, and this year it's falling on the 20th.  Whiskey (or whisky) is one of those drinks that is often shared between friends and can be the catalyst to making many great memories over the years.  We don’t want whiskey lovers to miss out!  So, if you are (or were) a whiskey lover, then this weekend gives you the perfect excuse to try a non-alcoholic option and enjoy a whiskey along with the rest of the world.  With the range of non-alcoholic whiskey’s available in our online store, we make it possible for you to enjoy a whiskey with your mates, leaving you missing nothing but the alcohol - and who really wants that anyway?!

We carry the following non-alcoholic whiskey alternatives

• Lyre's American Malt
• Lyre's American Malt & Cola (RTD)
• Lyre's Highland Malt
• Glen Dochus West Coast Blend

Alcohol Free Whiskey Sour recipe

A Whiskey Sour has got to be one of the best, classic cocktails made with whiskey and this alcohol free vegan version is no exception!  Simply using aquafaba (chick pea brine) instead of egg whites along with, say, Lyre's American Malt (vegan friendly) makes this recipe suitable for vegans.  Aquafaba can be used in any cocktail that calls for egg white. Just use 1 ½ tablespoons of aquafaba per egg white and it will turn out perfect every time 👌

Here's what you'll need to make an alcohol free Whiskey Sour:

• 45 mls of alcohol free whiskey or bourbon
• 30 mls freshly-squeezed lemon juice
• 1 ½ tablespoons simple syrup*
• 1 ½ tablespoons aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas)
• 2 dashes bitters (optional – note that it won’t be totally alcohol free if you use bitters, but will still be ‘non-alcoholic’)

Mixing instructions:

1. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes
2. Add the aquafaba and shake for about 10 seconds, enough to aerate the aquafaba
3. Add in the whiskey, lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters (if using)
4. Shake for another 10 seconds or so, until your shaker feels nice and cold
5. Strain into a chilled glass

* You can make simple syrup by dissolving 1 part sugar in 1 part water in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Alcohol free Hot Toddy recipe

Alcohol Free Whiskies really came into their own when we tried them in a Hot Toddy too.  This is a great way to drink your alcohol free whiskey, especially as the cooler months approach us.  It’s also super quick and easy to make which makes it a winner in our books. 

To make this tasty, winter-warming drink, simply pop the following ingredients into your favourite mug:

• 45 mls of alcohol free whiskey
• 10 mls of lemon juice (approximately 1/2 a lemon)
• 1 teaspoon of honey (you can add more or less to taste)
• Top up with hot water, around 3/4 of a cup
• Add a cinnamon stick if you wish for garnish and a little extra zing

We hope you enjoy these recipes and get amongst World Whisky Day with us!🍸