Libation of the Month
Betty Buzz
Where to Find It
Grocery stores, including ShopRite, Sprouts, Whole Foods; Total Wine & More
“Dry January” is in the rearview mirror, but many people are still minimizing their alcohol intake, a movement that shows no sign of waning. The National Restaurant Association surveyed more than 1,000 hospitality professionals and found that consumption of low- and no-alcohol cocktails—and even wine—is on the rise. Actress Blake Lively of Gossip Girl and movie fame is ahead of the curve with Betty Buzz, a sparkling no-alcohol beverage made without artificial colors.
The gourmet, vegan-friendly drink is trending in other ways. The restaurant association also noted the preponderance of botanical cocktails. Betty Buzz flavors include sparkling grapefruit, lemon-lime, Meyer lemon, ginger beer and tonic water with agave syrup—yet another fashionable ingredient.
Of course, you can also use Betty Buzz as a mixer. Or try Lively’s Betty Booze sparkling bourbon tequila prepared cocktails. This is delicious news for Steeplechase-goers looking for “dry” tailgating options. Cheers!