International Self-Care Day, celebrated annually today, 24 July, marks a significant occasion for Edinburgh’s Talonmore Non-Alcoholic Spirit as they announce their first-ever partnership with the iconic bitters brand Angostura.
This collaboration aims to educate drink lovers on the importance of self-care when choosing the perfect after-work drink.
To achieve this, Talonmore has enlisted the expertise of Edinburgh’s top independent cocktail bar, Nightcap, to create a range of non-alcoholic services that emphasise wellness and mental health.
The trend of wellness drinks is surging, with many, particularly younger generations, reducing alcohol consumption to prioritise mental health.
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Talonmore’s versatile flavour profile is showcased in this new series of Angostura-infused cocktails, highlighting the choices non-alcoholic cocktails offer as social drinks.
Crafting the Perfect Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
Mixologists at Nightcap have meticulously paired Talonmore’s fiery ginger-forward flavour with Angostura’s distinctive bouquet of fruits, spices, and herbs.
- Talon-Bru: A hometown-inspired creation infused with Irn Bru, served in a coupe, and topped with Angostura Orange Bitters.
- Tamos & Cream: A refreshing longer serve featuring pistachio cream and Angostura Original Bitters strained over an ice wedge.
- Talon Taboo: This is an all-black-everything served with blackberry, cardamom, oolong tea, and an Angostura Cocoa Bitters finish.
Established in 1824, Angostura Aromatic Bitters celebrates nearly 200 years of cocktail innovation and remains a staple for bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts.
Lewis Kennedy, Managing Director at Talonmore Drinks Company, said: “Whilst alcohol has its place in social situations, our new collaboration with Angostura highlights how Talonmore is a perfect post-work serve to wind down after a busy day”.
“What Talonmore does is offer choice. That’s what we’re all about. The joy we get from teaming up with a giant like Angostura Bitters and creating bespoke cocktails with specialists like Nightcap is precisely why we started our brand.
“We want to show consumers that there’s a choice to have a delicious non-alcoholic serve after work, it doesn’t always have to involve alcohol.”
Recent Achievements and Accolades
Talonmore has been making headlines with significant achievements, including an £80,000 funding win at Scottish Edge and securing wholesale deals with major Scottish wholesaler Inverarity Morton.
The brand is also listed across the Montpelier Group’s Edinburgh city-centre bars, including Tigerlily, Indigo Yard, and Rabble. It recently secured a listing with UK-wide Harvey Nichols and a slot at Edinburgh’s Foodies Festival.
Named the best non-alcoholic spirit by Men’s Health and Good Housekeeping in 2024, Talonmore’s versatility shines in cocktails.
The spirit is 0% ABV, brewed with Scottish water, and features key superfoods, such as prickly pear and hawthorn berry, which are known for their health benefits.
With over 8 million adults in the UK looking to reduce their alcohol intake, Talonmore is designed to revolutionize the non-alcoholic drinks market.
The brand champions an adventurous lifestyle that traditional alcohol consumption might otherwise hinder, offering sophisticated options for those seeking to maintain their wellness and social life. International Self-Care Day reminds us of the importance of self-care in maintaining overall health.
Talonmore’s innovative partnership with Angostura and its commitment to creating delicious, health-conscious cocktails exemplify how self-care can be seamlessly integrated into everyday life.
