Proxy, shrub, sparkling tea: The new alcohol-free drinks on the menu
Published on April 2, 2026.
The article discusses the increasing availability of non-alcoholic alternatives to the traditional wine industry, including sparkling tea, kombucha, and sparkling tea. These beverages are part of the world of fine wines but contain no alcohol. The article was powered by Yahoo Scout, which uses AI to generate key points from this article, which may not always match what's in the article but may help improve the user's experience. These include the definition of proxy, a proxy, what is a shrub, and why does non-Alcoholic sparkling wine cost more than one containing alcohol? The article also discusses the evolution of these types of drinks, with some suggesting that they are not about replacing the taste of wine but providing an alternative for those occasions when we often drink wine out of habit.
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