alcohol alternative

Calorie counts vary by product but fall in a low-to-moderate range in the listings reviewed—roughly 30 to 68 calories per serving. Examples shown include 30, 35 and 68 calories per serving.

Labeling varies: some mixers use natural sweeteners like agave nectar, others advertise 'no high-fructose corn syrup' or 'no added sugar,' and some canned tonics list specific sugar content (for example, about 5 grams of sugar per can).

Common certifications and labels include USDA Certified Organic, gluten-free, vegan, certified non-GMO and Kosher.

Both: some items are formulated and marketed as mixers for cocktails, while others are packaged as ready-to-drink beverages meant for sipping straight or as bases for mocktails.

Products use clear zero-alcohol labeling such as 'Alcohol content: Non-Alcoholic,' 'Alcohol Percentage: 0,' and explicit '0% ABV' statements on packaging and cans.