Non-Alcoholic Alternative Spirit - The Nightcap, 50cl | Alt-Whiskey | Unwind & Chillout with Adaptogens, Valerian, Hops & Lemon Balm | Award Winning Active Botanical Gluten Free & Vegan

Excellent flavor. I like to drink this straight, as a shot. It contains valerian root, which is what helps you sleep. You won't feel sleepy after taking a shot, but if you go to bed an hour later, you will sleep well. Valerian root usually smells awful, but not in this drink. You mainly taste the botanicals, which have a rich, strong flavor. Just understand, this isn't liquor and it's not supposed to taste like liquor. It tastes like a rich, strong drink.

Don't waste your money. This drink is so sweet that it tastes like Southern sweet tea. I was very disappointed.

IF you are looking for an interesting drink that mimics an after-work drink or nightcap give a try once. Not exactly like an alcoholic drink, but on ice, it's not bad. Good with an icy tonic. Spicy, fruity, like an aprcot. So I'm going to enjoy the fact that I can drink something that's good for me. Pricey? Yup! All the more reason to enjoy it sparingly.

I did enjoy the taste of this drink right out of the bottle, on ice or with club soda. First time I tied it, I woke up the next morning feeling very groggy. Took a couple of days to get back to normal. A few days later I tried it again and did not have any negative effects. Two weeks later I had another and woke up the next morning with an awful headache, as if I were hungover. Each time I had the equivalent of a shot. While it checks the box on taste and "ritual" for me, it's not worth the price, and certainly not worth feeling hungover. The remains are going down the drain. It's a one and done for me.

I drank the night cap on ice and enjoyed the taste. I definitely think it helped me fall asleep and I didn't wake up in the middle of the night like when I drink alcohol. A little expensive for the amount you get in the bottle. It will not last very long. Glad I tried it. Healthier alternative then alcohol.

Pretty good (compared to the generally horrible options). Tastes like apple cider with ginger.

Alright, I am prone to writing reviews for things I am not so happy about however, I think good reviews are just as important. I've tried a few alcohol free spirits and have not really been impressed with many. Some plant based ones, oh my! I wanted to get sick almost immediately. That said, this one?? Uhm holy cow! Does what it says...there is a tropical taste to it which I do not normally like so I mixed it in with Ginger Ale soda. The smell was not noxious as others I have tried and I absolutely loved the taste (mixed). Within less than 30 minutes, I was on my way to bed. It helped me cutback on my intake of regular alcohol and for that I am grateful. Highly recommended! I do normally drink "neat" but would recommend mixing this one.

It had no resemblance to an old fashion whatsoever. To add to the insult it was more than a midlevel whiskey. Take my advice, going cold turkey is a better option than this.

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The nightcap drink is excellent. I think some of the reviews and ratings are a little unfair. Yes I do think it’s a little pricey but it definitely delivers on the euphoria I experience and I get a great nights sleep. The valerian root doesn’t always have an effect on some individuals but this is a great tasty alternative to alcohol any day of the week for me.

As a dedicated Whisky drinker I noticed recently that there arent many alcohol free options open to a malt fan. I decided to sample some of the options out there. 1st things 1st.... this is not Whisky nor intended as a whisky replacement. It is however a drink that can be poured into your fav whisky glass and enjoyed in an evening. My thoughts; On the nose, Gingerbread, earthy, roots xmas spice. 1st Sip, instant realisation of smooth mouthfeel, with burst of earthy gingery flavour Finish, an amazing Ginger afterburn, enjoyable, lengthy & more-ish. So that was my 1st taste of an alternative spirit, I have to say i'm quite impressed and poured several of these one after the other into my Glencairn. I am a big fan of sherried malt whisky and have tasted a vast range of pricey malts over the years. Keeping an open mind about alternatives seems an interesting area to explore. I realise that there will likely be a lot of reviews with people instantly disliking non alcoholic alternatives but I think if you keep in mind this is in a genre of its own, its not trying to be anything, in fact due to its plant based composition I think it really is verging into its own territory of drink. I should note that I had a great sleep the evening after sampling, something that this bottling markets as an advantage hence the name Nightcap, was that a coincedance? I dont know but the botanists who put this together seem to claim it assists sleep. I think my initial thought with purchasing somethings so different to my usual whisky tipple was this: Was I purchasing a bottle of juice? after my 1st sip and noticing the thicker consistency It definitely isnt juice, it feels more special, more luxurious. Overall I would say this is in a category of its own and tbh I quite like it. In fact im keen on trying the other products from this company. As with all things every individual will have their own taste preferences, I happen to really like Ginger so naturally I would warm to this drink due to its Gingery notes and mild afterburn.

I fell in love with this drink when it was served to me on a flight and really helped me relax and doze off. This drink comes alive when mixed with ginger beer for a fiery sip, or ginger ale for a tingle. Really like the fact this is not just a non-alcoholic drink but an elixir with complementary effects. What I struggle to justify however is the price. At £25 a bottle, 50ml measures, does each shot represent £2.50 of satisfaction when added to £0.50 of soft drink? And does this justify 10 drinks only? Probably not. A nice drink, but ambitious pricing will unfortunately reduce the likelihood of buying this again - may have to leave this as a temptation on future flights.

A great product. Both me and my husband use this and re-order. We don’t drink alcohol, but always look for sleep aids as sleep deprived parents! It tastes 10/10 and helps to unwind of an evening! Would recommend :)