Can non‑alcoholic spirits work in classic cocktail recipes?

Yes—most recipes translate beautifully. The key is treating NA spirits like flavor architecture, then tuning dilution, sweetness, and acid for balance.

How to make a spirit-forward NA cocktail taste “real”

Build texture and finish—then let dilution do its job.

Why your NA cocktails might taste “too sweet”

It’s rarely your palate. It’s the formula.

Batching for a dinner party: does NA change anything?

Only one thing—build the drink slightly stronger, then let the glass finish it.

Will an NA spirit behave the same as alcohol when I stir or shake?
Do I need bitters in non-alcoholic cocktails?
What if my NA cocktail tastes thin?
Is it better to use an NA spirit or a ready-to-pour cocktail?