Mocktail Hour is back! In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen are helping you navigate the world of non-alcoholic beverages with their honest review of St. Agrestis mocktails, including the Phony Negroni and Amaro Falso. They’ll roll up their sleeves, sip, critique, and share their favorites, all while keeping things fun and relatable.

Ever wondered how the Phony Negroni stacks up against its alcoholic counterpart? Or what makes Amaro Falso a wintery, herbal delight? Sonia and Kathleen dive into the flavor profiles, discuss pairings, and tease out the differences in mouthfeel and aftertaste. They’ll answer questions like: How does the bitterness compare? Can these mocktails hold their own as aperitifs or digestifs? And most importantly, are they worth a spot in your fridge?

This episode is packed with insights for the sober-curious and mocktail enthusiasts alike. You’ll learn about the perfect pairings, creative additions to elevate the drinks, and whether these options are right for your next dinner party or cozy night in. Sonia and Kathleen leave no bottle uncorked, providing a thorough breakdown that’s as entertaining as it is educational.

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Time-Stamps:

• 00:00:00 – Mocktail Hour kicks off with Sonia and Kathleen’s signature honesty.
• 00:01:00 – Introduction to St. Agrestis Phony Negroni and its origins.
• 00:02:05 – First impressions: color, smell, and initial taste test.
• 00:03:00 – Breaking down the flavor: juniper berry notes and orange peel accents.
• 00:04:00 – Discussing how the Phony Negroni feels like a “sophisticated” drink.
• 00:05:00 – Ideal serving occasions for the Phony Negroni.
• 00:05:54 – Rating the Phony Negroni on a scale of 1 to 10.
• 00:06:00 – Introduction to St. Agrestis Amaro Falso and its unique qualities.
• 00:06:42 – Flavor comparison: herbal and citrus notes of Amaro Falso.
• 00:07:22 – Sonia experiments by adding ginger ale to Amaro Falso.
• 00:08:20 – Describing Amaro Falso as a wintery, moody drink.
• 00:09:00 – Aesthetic appeal: the elegant design of the St. Agrestis bottles.
• 00:09:28 – Rating the Amaro Falso and who might enjoy it.
• 00:10:14 – Comparing aftertastes and complexity between the two drinks.
• 00:10:40 – Sonia reflects on mocktails mimicking alcoholic beverages.
• 00:11:00 – Kathleen shares how the Phony Negroni evokes gin nostalgia.
• 00:11:20 – Head-to-head verdict: Phony Negroni wins as a pre-dinner favorite.
• 00:11:40 – Amaro Falso as a digestif: best for post-dinner sipping.
• 00:12:00 – Plans to explore more of St. Agrestis’ non-alcoholic offerings.
• 00:12:12 – Closing thoughts and a thank-you to listeners.

Links

• St Agrestis Beverages 

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