One 0% wine got me through Dry January and it’s a winner
January is the perfect time to set aside the excess of the Christmas season and take a break from the booze.
Having committed to a (mostly) Dry January, I spent the longest month of the year focusing on being a bit more healthy.
Most importantly, I stayed away from the wine and swapped my Friday night tipple for something a bit less exciting.
Eager to find a drink that wasn’t loaded with sugar or bubbles, I started to trawl the alcohol-free options in my local shops.
While some bottles were too sweet or tasted artificial, one bottle from Marks and Spencer absolutely hit the spot.
Alcohol-free wine offers the flavours and aromas of traditional wine without the alcohol, making it a great alternative for those who want to enjoy the experience without the side effects.
The Alcohol Free Rose (Fruity and Bright) from Marks and Spencer is just £4 a bottle and has a light and refreshing taste that is almost as pleasant as the real thing.
Served nice and chilled, I found this to be highly drinkable, without that artificial fruit taste that some alcohol-free wines seem to have.
A great choice to complement my freshly made dinners to help keep those calories down, I never once felt like I was going without despite the complete lack of booze.
While I barely saw the sun shine through the dark days of January, I have a feeling this beautiful bottle would be a great choice for Easter meals and summer drinks in the garden.
Don’t just take my word for it. Fellow alcohol-free fans have been leaving their thoughts on the Marks and Spencer website.
One customer said: “It is definitely NOT a fancy fruit juice but a de-alcoholised rose. Try it – I was pleased and so were my friends who do drink.”
A second added: “I’ve tried quite a few alcohol-free wines and I found this one better than most.” A third said: “Excellent value for money for a pleasant non-alcoholic drink.”
While I’m not saying I won’t be reaching for the Minuty any time soon, I’ll definitely keep a bottle of this in the fridge for times when I fancy the flavour but not the booze.