The Bite Magazine - Autumn/Winter 2021 - Issue 30

bitegifts Lyre’s B orn from a quest to make the impossible possible, Lyre’s exquisite range of crafted non-alcoholic spirits give people the freedom to drink it their way. The drinks company does not only provide an alternative to those who do not wish to im- bibe alcohol but it ensures that everyone can enjoy the mirth and merriment of a soiree or shindig. You can either replace some of the alcohol in your drink to make a low alcohol Lyre’s or make your classic favourites as a non-alcohol option by selecting their variants. Lyre’s craft their spirits to taste like the classics they pay homage to. “We source the finest all-natural essences, extracts and distillates from the four corners of the globe. At the risk of blowing our own bugles, this is quite simply the finest range of non-alcoholic classic spirits the world has ever seen.” The alternative cocktails are made to look, taste, smell and sashay around your palate just like the originals. “It’s this absence of giggle juice that allows you to let your hair down and enjoy a social occasion.” Non-alcoholic sparkling wine or alcohol-free sparkling cham- pagne are made the same way as traditional wine but with the al- cohol removed before bottling. There are different techniques to remove the alcohol such as vacuum distillation or spinning cone columns but there may still be small traces of alcohol. To be con- sidered non-alcoholic, the alcohol level must be less than 0.5% ABV. Non-alcohol sparkling wine can be made without traditional wine or alcohol and result in an alcohol-free alternative with 0% ABV. Bestseller American Malt is a unique spirit that has been crafted to capture the essence of a gently mellowed American Classic Bour- bon Malt with distinct and contemporary flavours. It contains gen- erous flavours of vanilla and toasted nuts with herbal notes pro- viding a complexity, offset by a long mellow finish. To enjoy this malt, use a premium mixer such as cola. It’s also natural for classic cocktails including the Old Fashioned or an excellent Boulevardier with Lyre’s Aperitif Rosso and Italian Orange. The award-winning Italian Spritz has a similar taste to classic spritz like Aperol. The bittersweet flavour is like sunshine itself, bright with flavours typical of its origins. The sweetness from or- ange is perfectly fused with the complex and astringent flavours of rhubarb, finishing dry and deliciously refreshing. It is best served with soda or tonic water and citrus slices for the perfect aperitif. For the most iconic serve, add prosecco to make a delicious low or no-alcohol Lyre’s Amalfi Spritz, a spin on the classic Venetian Spritz. With a nutty amaretto savour, Lyre’s Amaretti is totally almond on the palate and tangy with spice to keep the nutty and candied vanilla flavours to a delicious medium-sweet. The sugar levels are beautifully balanced by the slight bitterness that almonds natural- ly have while the finish is long and generous. Enjoy as a classic liqueur digestive on ice or shake with fresh lemon and bitters to make an Amaretto Sour . Try it over your favourite ice cream with a shot of espresso for the ultimate Lyre’s Affogato. Why not try Lyre’s Amaretti Sour cocktail, a concoction of Lyre’s Amaretti, lemon juice, white sugar syrup, egg white and three dashes of aromatic bitter at The Ivy nationwide or the Italian Spritz at Megan’s in London? New Pink London Spirit with London Dry, Amaretti, Coffee Originale and American Malt are available from Lyre’s, Master of Malt and Amazon. The gift sets are available in the Salted Caramel Espresso Martini and Cosmopolitan amongst other cocktail favourites. Indulge in Lyre’s RTD (Ready To Drink) cans in flavours of G&T, ‘prosecco-style’ Classico, American Malt & Cola, Dark ’n’ Spicy and Amalfi Spritz and an alcohol-free interpretation of the Italian favourite, Aperol Spritz. https://lyres.co.uk Images courtesy of Visible PR