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HEY FINE FOLK! I'M VICTORIA,
THE FOUNDER OF VE REFINERY
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On a sober-curious quest to find the pleasure of that first glass of champagne, in an alcohol-free version, I drank more musty flavoured fizz, elderflower cordial, and weak tea infusions than you can shake a mint leaf at. Don't get me wrong, I'm British and I love tea, but the experience of drinking tea is not the same as drinking champagne... or so I thought.
So, after 2 years of searching and inevitably learning all about the art of dealcoholized wine and other alcohol removed beverages, I finally found what I consider to be the world's best alcohol-free fine wines, spirits & aperitifs. I also learnt to humbly eat my words through the discovery of the REAL drinks Co's range of fermented sparkling teas. Expertly sourced hand-picked loose-leaf teas that are naturally fermented for all the depth, flavour and complexity of a fine wine, even without the alcohol.
Fortunately for you fine folk, since I grew up with siblings, and learnt how to share, I decided to help others discover a new way of drinking by sharing my best finds from the wonderful world of non-alcoholic adult alternatives. VE Refinery started with a Noughty find and is now transforming the way that Switzerland drinks sip by sip.
A luxurious, natural, low sugar, and plant-based range of alcohol-free adult alternatives from the fastest growing brands and B Corporations.
We hold the exclusive distribution rights in Switzerland for the following brands:
Noughty alcohol free (0.0%), organic, vegan, sparkling wines have been gently dealcoholised to retain the rich flavour of these beautifully crafted bottles.
Alcohol-Free I Low Sugar I Organic I Vegan I Gluten-Free I B Corporation
Expertly sourced hand-picked loose-leaf teas that are naturally fermented for all the depth, flavour and complexity of a fine wine, even without the alcohol. Crafted and produced at the REAL Fermentery located at The Bail on the beautiful Waddesdon Estate, Buckinghamshire. It is the first of its kind and is where the REAL Drinks Co. are leading the way in non-alcoholic fermentation.
No alcohol I No added sugar I Live cultures I Low Calorie
Born in Fife, Scotland at the Feragaia alcohol-free distillery, this handcrafted process uses 14 carefully selected land and sea botanicals ensuring a defining depth of flavour: land, sea and spice. Unbounded by alcoholic comparison, Feragaia’s unique and sophisticated flavour is versatile and works across simple mixed serves and complex cocktails. Reconnect with "Wild Earth".
No Alcohol I No Sugar (Zero) I Plant-Based I Vegan I Gluten-Free I B Corporation
A carefully crafted blend of distilled natural rosemary, bittersweet orange, rhubarb and clove. Wilfred’s 0% ABV pairs impeccably with tonic over ice for a truly distinctive and irresistibly delicious low calorie Spritz.
No Alcohol I Low Sugar I Plant-Based I Vegan I Low Calorie I Gluten-Free
Pentire makes botanical non-alcoholic spirits by distilling plants native to the North Cornwall headlands. True to the Swiss way of life, Pentire was founded on a love of active outdoor and healthy living. Plant based botanicals for all occasions: Coastal Spritz, Gin & Tonics & Spicy Margaritas. You name it, we'll mix it!
No alcohol I No added sugar I Vegan I Plant-based I Gluten Free I Low Calorie I B Corporation
Wild Eve is a satisfying, mood enhancing, complex, alcohol-free spirit. Made sustainably in tiny batches of 30 bottles, by hand on the Isle of Harris, Scotland. There is nothing like it anywhere…
Crafted with herbs and adaptogens that relax mind and body, it offers an engaging, full-bodied, drinking experience.
Organic I Vegan I Whole plant I Utterly delicious
To buy your bottles do this. Click on the gold "BUY BOTTLES" button found below. Choose your bottles. Spending CHF100 or more ensures free shipping direct to your door. It also offers a chance for you to make a blind tasting and catch your mates unawareAF (on this occasion AF does not stand for alcohol free). You can choose to pay with stripe or via Paypal. If you choose to enter your email and make an account, we will not bother you (unless you want us to). Your bottles will arrive by SwissPost VinoLog in 2-3 days.
You can then enjoy your alcohol-free drinks on the balcony, in a relaxing bubble bath, at the lake with friends, on a mountain top or how you darn well please. We create the experience you choose where, when and with who. Sante!
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VE Refinery is committed to the environment and has partnered with Almighty Tree by donating 2% of all profits in order to reduce and compensate our CO2 emissions by planting trees in Switzerland.
VE Refinery partners with Swissveg since sustainability, nutrition and healthy lifestyle is at the centre of our mission. We're glad to be able to offer attractive discounts on our plant-based alcohol-free drinks for those looking for a natural, delicious and stylish drink. Email us at hello@ve-refinery with your SwissVeg card number & we'll send you your complimentary discount code.