Things are moving in the organic drinks sector! Brands are constantly developing surprising recipes, with ever more original and delicious ingredients. Far from overly sweet sodas, we are seeing the emergence of ingenious blends, fermentation, and alcohol-free spirits, for convivial moments that stand out. to be found on Natexpo.
The Brasserie La Comédienne dares to try the surprising beer/wine hybrid with its “grape ale”: a blend of a cereal must and a natural Grenache must from the Purviti estate in Beaumes de Venise. For other surprising ingredients, visit Provence Factoriz and its Orizon drink, made from 100% organic Camargue rice and inspired by traditional Japanese sake. Sugar-free, gluten-free and sulfite-free, available in 3 flavors.
On the spirits side, the brand Vivant is the first French company producing 100% organic spirits, founded in Charente with the mission of manufacturing high-end, organic, and socially responsible products. Special mention goes to the origin of their raw materials: the brand is developing its own agricultural sector, mainly based in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, which already provides the barley for their whiskies and the aromatics for their gins.
Originality also at Gardens, manufacturer of exceptional non-alcoholic aperitifs that are organic, French and low in sugar. New this year: Bulles de Jardins White Grape & Fresh Walnut, a gastronomic sparkling wine with amber and fermented notes reminiscent of Jura wines, and pairs well with mature cheeses.
Sparkteez had already caused a sensation by winning the Natexpo 2022 Gold Trophy in the Beverages category. This year, they are launching their Sparteez Rosé, a sparkling, still alcohol-free drink combining the benefits of tea and hibiscus flower in a double infusion.
The virtues of fermentation for the microbiota are no longer presented. The brand Jubilees has taken it up to offer organic and artisanal kombucha in a fair and sustainable approach.
Lökki The Bubble Breeders offer a wide range of live and fermented drinks such as fruit kefir and ginger beer.
On the launch side, the Dumoulin Lab unveils its "Morning Routine": lacto-fermented boost and detox shots to fill up on nutrients without worrying about sugar. A dose in the morning provides 50% fiber and 10% vitamin C. Also worth noting is their new unpasteurized canned kefir, rich in microorganisms beneficial for the microbiota.
Internationally, the Spanish brand Refix Seawater Hydration enters the 100% natural recovery drinks segment, with its Refix Coconut & Pineapple, made from pure seawater, winner of the Natexpo 2024 Trophies in the Drinks category.
The German brand Voelkel, for its part, offers its new mandarin chili kombucha, slightly sparkling