The Best Nonalcoholic Drinks To Sip This Summer, From A Sober-Curious Editor

Craving a cocktail but don't want the buzz or the hangover? These zero-proof mocktails come in four traditional flavors: margarita, paloma, mojito, and mule. My boyfriend and I fight over the mojito, but I'm also a huge fan of the paloma.

Sugar is typically a huge contributor to my hangovers, so I love that these are only lightly sweetened with agave and have just 4 grams of sugar per serving.

My dad and I have a longstanding tradition of homemade Negronis—and it’s one I don’t plan on giving up for good. Ghia is an excellent stand-in, and one that I’ll absolutely keep in my rotation long term.

The brand makes a signature nonalcoholic bitter apertivo, along with these single-serve sprites in four flavors: soda, ginger, lime and salt, and sumac and chili. Each one is light and tasty, with zero added sugar.

I've been sipping Poppi for years, so it's no surprise I'm upping my intake while I cut out alcohol. I love the slim ingredient list and the fact that these contain apple cider vinegar for an added boost of support to the gut.

My one qualm with Poppi drinks: They do contain cane sugar. However, at just 4 grams per serving, these drinks have a much lower sugar content than traditional sodas (or cocktails, for that matter).

Blake Lively created these light, refreshing sodas as an alcohol alternative with real, better-for-you ingredients. They’re available in grapefruit, Meyer lemon, or lime, with real fruit juice in every flavor.

If you’re looking for a low sugar option, go for the Meyer lemon flavor, which is made from just lemon juice, water, and sea salt. While the other flavors are sweetened only with natural agave, the sugar content is fairly high (especially in the grapefruit).

Olipop's healthier sodas will take you right back to childhood without the inevitable sugar crash. Choose from nostalgic flavors such as vintage cola, classic root beer, cherry vanilla, banana cream, and (my personal favorite) ginger lemon.

Each can contains just two to five grams of sugar with real fruit juice in every flavor. They even make a great mixer, if you're just limiting your alcohol intake and are looking for a lower sugar cocktail.

I discovered Athletic Brewing Company a few years back, and now I order it anytime it's on the menu. Even beer fanatics say this tastes like the real thing—and that's because it is. The IPA is crafted with Amarillo, Citra, and Mosaic hops for a fresh hoppy taste without the hangover.

This is by far the best nonalcoholic beer I've tried, and I'd like to start a petition for every bar to put it on the menu. Until then, I'll be stocking my fridge.

These alcohol-free wine were crafted with specific food pairings in mind. Each bottle has high quality ingredients—such as whole spices, premium wine grapes, and teas—with no added sugar and a cohesive, complex flavor that even wine snobs will love.

Even though I know there's no alcohol in the wine, I enjoy it so much I sometimes expect to wake up with that familiar foggy feeling (spoiler: I don't). My boyfriend and I have a standing pizza night every Friday, and the red blend pairs so well.

Confession: I'm addicted to Spindrift. Even when I'm not looking for alcohol alternatives, my fridge is stocked with the pineapple Spindrift flavor. It's actually another great healthy mixer for a simple summer cocktail—but these days, I'm typically sipping Spindrift straight.

One look at the clean ingredient list, and you'll assume these are lacking flavor. But I actually find the subtle fruit hint to hit the spot just right. If you're seeking a stronger taste, I'd opt for the pineapple, mango orange, or peach strawberry. Alternatively, lemon and lime are two of the more subtle flavors.

If your summer isn't summer without rosé, this is the drink you should be trying. Unlike other nonalcoholic wines, this one actually isn't sweet at all.

Each can contains one gram of sugar, and it's sweetened only with fruit. Pour these into a wine glass, and you'll truly feel like you're sipping on the "real" thing.