Seedlip, Lyre’s and Ghia: How Zero Proof Spirits Can Upgrade Your Bar Order Tonight
Bars and restaurants are stocking more non-alcoholic options than ever, and knowing which zero proof spirits to ask for can turn a flat mocktail into something that actually drinks like the real thing. Here’s a guide to the brands worth ordering when you spot them on a menu.
What Are the Best Zero Proof Spirits to Order at a Bar?
The best zero proof spirits to order at a bar right now include Seedlip, Ritual Zero Proof, Lyre’s, Bare Zero Proof and Ghia — each offering replacements for classic liquors that let you build a true booze-free cocktail rather than settling for juice and seltzer.
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These five brands have become the backbone of most non-alcoholic cocktail programs because they’re crafted to mimic the body, heat and complexity of full-proof spirits. If a bar carries a zero proof menu, there’s a strong chance at least one of these brands is behind it. Each one specializes in something slightly different — from herbal aperitifs to whiskey and tequila alternatives — so the right pick depends on the cocktail you want.
Where Can I Find Seedlip and What Does It Taste Like?
Seedlip is one of the most widely stocked zero proof spirits at bars, and it comes in four distinct flavors designed for different cocktail styles.
The lineup includes Garden 108, which leans grassy and herbal; Spice 94, which carries hints of allspice and oak; Grove 42, built around three types of orange and peppercorn; and Notas de Agave, made with prickly pear, lime and agave. Seedlip is ideal for non-alcoholic spritzes, palomas, cosmopolitans and similar classics. According to Drinks International, Seedlip is the No. 1 best-selling non-alcoholic spirits brand in 2025, which is part of why it shows up on so many menus.
Is Ritual Zero Proof a Good One-to-One Replacement for Liquor?
Yes — Ritual Zero Proof is designed to swap directly for full-proof liquor in any cocktail, classic or experimental, with a lineup that covers whiskey, tequila, gin, rum and aperitif.
That one-to-one ratio is what makes it especially useful at bars, because bartenders can build a familiar drink without rebalancing the recipe. Ritual recently expanded with three zero proof canned cocktails: a gin and tonic, a margarita and a spritz. Beyond bars, the brand is widely available at retailers like Target and Walmart, making it one of the most accessible zero proof spirits for home bartenders too.
Which Non-Alcoholic Brand Has the Widest Cocktail Selection?
Lyre’s Non-Alcoholic Spirits has the widest selection on this list, with one-to-one replacements for every classic liquor plus sparkling wine and canned cocktails.
In addition to alternatives for staples like bourbon and tequila, Lyre’s makes more niche spirits including coffee liqueur, triple sec and vermouth — the kinds of ingredients that let a bartender build a genuinely accurate espresso martini, margarita or Manhattan without alcohol. If a bar carries a non-alcoholic version of a classic cocktail, there’s a good chance Lyre’s is the bottle behind it. The brand is also the most awarded non-alcoholic drink brand in the world, having received eight awards at the Low & No Masters 2026.
Why are Bartenders Ordering Bare Zero Proof Tequila and Fernet?
Bare Zero Proof was crafted by professional bartenders specifically so the spirits perform in real cocktails, which is why you’ll often spot it on bar back shelves.
The Bare Zero Proof lineup includes gin, whiskey, tequila, spiced rum, white rum and fernet — and bare zero proof tequila has become a go-to for mocktail margaritas and palomas because it holds up against citrus and salt. The brand’s fernet amaro stands out in particular: there aren’t many non-alcoholic alternatives on the market that successfully mimic the minty, spicy character of a traditional amaro, making it a favorite for booze-free Hanky Pankys and after-dinner sippers.
Is Ghia Good for Non-Alcoholic Spritzes?
Yes — Ghia is an aperitif-style spirit built specifically for spritzes and aperitivo hour, and it has become a fixture at upscale bars for exactly that reason.
The original Ghia aperitif is beloved for its bitter, citrusy, herbal complexity, and it’s typically served over ice with soda and a slice of orange — essentially a stand-in for an Aperol spritz. Ghia has since expanded with a berry aperitif, a sparkling drink and several canned flavors, giving bartenders more ways to put it on the menu. If you’re ordering a non-alcoholic spritz at a cocktail bar, there’s a strong chance Ghia is the base.
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