Non-alcoholic drink that gives you a 'buzz' is legally available to buy in the UK
Reaching for a cocktail or a beer may seem like the easiest way to switch off and settle into social situations, but those feel-good effect don't always last.
The downside is that alcohol can often cause headaches, low energy and dreaded hangxiety the morning after.
If you're trying to lessen your alcohol consumption, but don't want to miss out on weekend plans, you might be interested to know that shoppers have been raving about a non-alcoholic alternative.
Many delighted customers have claimed that they are 'blown away' by the 'game-changing' beverages created by brand Sentia Spirits.
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Buy now: Sentia Spirits Gaba Red, £32 on Amazon
The non-alcoholic spirits are completely legal to buy and allegedly offer a 'gentle buzz' through a recipe backed by decades of neuroscience research.
If you're curious about the science behind the innovative drink and how it works, you'll want to scroll down to read more.
How do the non-alcoholic Sentia Spirit drinks work?
Created by Professor David Nutt and his team, Sentia Spirits' non-alcoholic drinks are designed to serve as an 'effective alternative to drinking low levels of alcohol.'
Essentially, the recipe works by tricking your brain’s internal chemistry into thinking it's tipsy through the power of GABA.
GABA is the brain's natural calming neurotransmitter, and alcohol works by amplifying the way it functions, making you feel calm, chatty, and less inhibited.
However, the next-day anxiety and restlessness after a night of heavy drinking is caused by a crash or a rebound effect.
Buy now: Sentia Spirits Gaba Gold, £32 on Amazon
Instead, Professor David Nutt and the Sentia Team have aimed to create a non-alcoholic drink that targets the GABA system using natural compounds.
The result? A relaxing drink that helps you to feel more confident when socialising, without the crash, hangover or anxiety the next day.
Unlike alcohol, you won't be able to get drunk on them, but with any luck you'll feel a nice, gentle 'buzz'.
Sentia Spirits Gaba Red, £32 on Amazon
There are currently three different spirits up for grabs online and they're each designed for different occasions: Sentia Red, Sentia Black, and Sentia Gold.
You can find out what each beverage has been created for below:
- GABA Red: To chill out and unwind
- GABA Gold: To bring warmth and wellness to social gatherings
- GABA Black: To boost productivity or jumpstart evening plans
What do reviews say about the Sentia Spirirt drinks?
Many delighted fans have been pleasantly surprised with the Sentia beverages, from its 'delicious' taste to the uplifting feeling that it offers without the hangover.
One shopper revealed: "It has a very nice calming effect without any dizziness. At the end of a stressful day but also for social gatherings: everyone immediately felt more connected. Works like a charm in stopping overthinking."
The Sentia Spirit drink range is alcohol-free, but still generates a 'gentle buzz' through a recipe backed by neuroscience (Sentia Spirits)
Another agreed, writing: "It’s by far the most enjoyable non-alcoholic drink I’ve ever had - beautifully complex, satisfying, and feels like a real experience, not just a substitute. The depth of flavour is incredible, and it actually feels like a proper adult drink, not overly sweet or flat like so many others."
Finally, a happy customer also commented: "I was a bit sceptical around whether I would be able to get that relaxed feeling that alcohol initially provides but it really worked for me. I felt more chatty and at ease this really helped me to wind down in the evening."
Buy now: Sentia Gaba Black, £32 on Amazon
Where can I buy the Sentia Spirit drinks?
You can now buy the alcohol-free drinks on Sentia Spirits, Amazon or Selfridges for £32 per bottle.
Cask ales and ciders are also available for purchase on the brand's site.
The drinks can be mixed into a mocktail too, whether you fancy making a negroni or espresso martini.
What is classed as a non-alcoholic drink in the UK?
According to Gov.uk, alcohol-free products in the UK do not exceed 0.05 percent ABV.
GABA drinks such as Sentia, do not contain alcohol or drugs, but the effects of the drink may inhibit your ability to drive due to drowsiness.
The Sentia website states that the brand's drinks are ‘comprised of natural ingredients classified ‘food’ and ‘food supplements’, that have been used for centuries and that anyone can source’.
Topics: Alcohol, Food And Drink
Samantha Price