Proxy Wines
Discover complex alcohol-free wine alternatives made for slow sipping and food pairing. Crafted from ingredients such as tea, fruit, verjus, herbs, spices and ferments, proxy wines offer acidity, structure and flavours of their own.
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Rediscover the classic cocktail in a sparkling tea twist that's sure to surprise everyone. It's lively, bursting with bold flavors like blood orange, grapefruit peel, and red berries, with a subtle hint of bitterness.
Arensbak Effervescent is crafted on a base of Wuniuzao Longjing green tea. The tea itself has delicate notes of dried grass and flowers that complement the final Arensbak Effervescent greatly.
It’s made on a base of kombucha and to create its elegant taste, gooseberries, peach and a hint of lemon grass are infused in the second fermentation. The scent of lemongrass is especially characteristic to Arensbak Effervescent. Before the fine drops are tapped, Arensbak Effervescent is layered with oak to enrich its structure and tannins. An absolute crisp non alcoholic sparkling wine alternative.
Arensbak White has a velvety mouthfeel with floral notes and fruity aromas. It is made on a base of kombucha and quince, melon, lemon thyme and marigold flowers are infused in the second fermentation. It is layered with oak to enhance the natural tannins and structure but it also adds a subtle touch of vanilla.
Arensbak White is crafted on a base of Oolong tea harvested 900 meters above the ocean in the Fujian province of southeastern China. The tea has a floral and light citrusy taste that gives Arensbak White its fresh and elegant flavor. A crisp and delicious non alcoholic white wine alternative.
Arensbak Rosé is created on a base of Wuniuzao Longjing green tea harvested at the foggy hilltops in China’s Zheijang province. The tea itself has delicate notes of flowers and dried grass that add finesse to the final Arensbak Rosé.
It’s made on a base of kombucha and in the second fermentation, elderberries, raspberries and hibiscus are added to give Arensbak Rosé its floral and sophisticated flavor. A hint of rose pepper adds to the characteristic scent. Before tapped, Arensbak Rosé is layered with oak to complement structure and tannins. Fizzy bubbles enhance the tasting experience. A tasty non alcoholic rosé alternative.
Arensbak White has a velvety mouthfeel with floral notes and fruity aromas. It is made on a base of kombucha and quince, melon, lemon thyme and marigold flowers are infused in the second fermentation. It is layered with oak to enhance the natural tannins and structure but it also adds a subtle touch of vanilla.
Arensbak White is crafted on a base of Oolong tea harvested 900 meters above the ocean in the Fujian province of southeastern China. The tea has a floral and light citrusy taste that gives Arensbak White its fresh and elegant flavor. A crisp and delicious non alcoholic white wine alternative.
Arensbak Red is crafted on a base of black Shu Puerh tea from the Yunnan region in the Southwestern part of China. The tea itself has a natural earthy flavor that contributes to Arensbak Red’s deep and complex taste.
It is made on a base of kombucha and in the second fermentation, chokeberries, black currant, sour cherries and mushrooms are added to create umami. And the infusion of juniper berries and licorice contributes to Arensbak Red’s deep mouthfeel. Finally, Arensbak Red is layered with oak to enhance its natural tannins and structure. The red and black fruits merged with herbal notes makes it a perfect non alcoholic red wine alternative.
Try out this wine pairing set including kombuchas, sparklings teas and de-alcoholized wines.
Nett Merlot - A stunning non-alcoholic wine alternative with a vibrant color that's indistinguishable from conventional wine. Its spicy-fruity aroma of dried berries and red pepper leads to a cherry-juicy palate with balanced acidity, a lean body, and a soft, round finish
Steinbock Riesling - An elegant wine with low calories. With the classic characteristics of a Riesling it simultaneously exhibits complexity, freshness, and liveliness.
Acala Spritz - Rediscover the classic cocktail in a sparkling tea twist that's sure to surprise everyone. It's lively, bursting with bold flavors like blood orange, grapefruit peel, and red berries, with a subtle hint of bitterness.based on a sparkling tea, can be a great Aperitif or little surprise with the dessert.
Arensbak Red -Based on a kombucha it has great herbal and earthy notes with natural tannins, just like a red wine. In a second fermentation, chokeberries, black currant, sour cherries and mushrooms are added to create a umami taste.
What are proxy wines?
Proxy wines are sophisticated alcohol-free drinks created as an alternative to wine, without necessarily trying to imitate it. Unlike dealcoholised wine, they are built from ingredients such as tea, verjus, fruit, herbs, spices and fermented botanicals.
Their layers of acidity, tannins, aroma and texture make them particularly suited to food pairing. At MOJU Zero, we select proxy wines with balance, complexity and a distinctive character — from fresh and floral to dry, savoury and bold.
Proxy wines for hospitality
MOJU Zero supplies restaurants, bars, cafés and hotels throughout the Netherlands with proxy wines for food pairing, tasting menus and distinctive alcohol-free drinks lists. We help hospitality businesses select options that complement their dishes, concept and guests.