Gnista - Barreled Oak
Photo: Oliver Schwarzwald
Convincing flavour from Sweden
As someone who is always open to non-alcoholic alternatives, I have tried many great products. However, I am aware that many of you are still very sceptical when it comes to non-alcoholic spirits, but I am sure that Barreled Oak will win you over: this intense creation from the south of Sweden is dry and has an accentuated smoky flavour, accompanied by pronounced oak notes and warm spices.
It is a flavour experience that is somewhat special at first. It is not a whiskey or rum, as the name might suggest, but the special flavour and versatility that enriches various non-alcoholic cocktails is impressive. Many non-alcoholic spirits are definitely not suitable for drinking straight. Barreled Oak is different!
It also tastes great on ice or simply topped up with a little soda. It is proof that non-alcoholic spirits are not just a pale imitation, but can be a high-quality alternative in their own right.
This alternative offers moments of pleasure that will convince even the biggest sceptics. I have two recipes in my book. A Tikki drink with pineapple and a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail with raspberry - if you like it spicy, you should definitely give Gnista Barreled Oak a try.
Cheers Oliver
Barreled Oak with pineapple juice, kiu kiu, verjus and almond syrup.
Photo: Oliver Schwarzwald
Barreled oak, raspberry, verjus.
Photo: Oliver Schwarzwald