The 10 Best Non-Alcoholic Aperitifs & Liqueurs in Canada (2027)
I’m Simon Poulin, co-founder of Upside Drinks. Here are my picks for 2027.
Looking for the best non-alcoholic aperitif for a spritz, a negroni or an amaretto sour? We went through the aperitifs and liqueurs in stock at Upside Drinks and picked the 10 we recommend most: spritz aperitivos, Italian bitters, vermouth, amaretto, coffee liqueur and triple sec.
These bottles are the secret to great alcohol-free cocktails: a splash of aperitif or liqueur brings the bitterness, sweetness and depth that turn juice and soda into a real drink. A heads-up on sugar: liqueurs are sweet by nature, so we list the sugar for each one.
Quick Picks: The Best Non-Alcoholic Aperitifs at a Glance
| Aperitif | Style | Origin | Sugar / 100 mL | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOA Italian Aperitivo | Spritz aperitivo | Canada (Quebec) | 8.9 g | $13.99 | Spritz |
| NOA Amaretto | Amaretto | Canada (Quebec) | 24.4 g | $32.99 | Amaretto sour |
| Martini Vibrante | Italian aperitivo | Italy | 12.8 g | $24.99 | Classic spritz |
| NOA Italian Bitter | Bitter (Campari-style) | Canada (Quebec) | 28.9 g | $32.99 | Negroni |
| NOA Sweet Vermouth | Sweet vermouth | Canada (Quebec) | 17.8 g | $32.99 | Manhattan, on ice |
| NOROI Esprit d'Italie | Bitter spritz | Canada | 15.6 g | $29.99 | Bitter spritz |
| NOA Coffee Liqueur | Coffee liqueur | Canada (Quebec) | 31.1 g | $32.99 | Espresso martini |
| Dhos Triple Sec Free | Orange liqueur | USA | 0 g | $39.99 | Margarita, cosmo |
| Lyre's Amaretti | Amaretto | Australia | 13.3 g | $49.99 | Lower-sugar amaretto |
| Undone Not Wine Aperitif | French-style vermouth | N/A | 15 g | $39.99 | Vermouth tonic |
Prices are for one bottle, at time of writing. Sizes from 250 to 750 mL.
How We Picked the Best Non-Alcoholic Aperitifs
- Real customer demand:: we started from the full Upside Drinks catalogue.
- Cocktail performance:: each one had to shine in its classic drink: spritz, negroni, amaretto sour, espresso martini, margarita.
- Range of styles:: aperitivo, bitter, vermouth and liqueurs.
- In stock in Canada:: every bottle ships from our Canadian warehouses.
1. NOA Italian Aperitivo
Price: $13.99 (250 mL) / Buy Now
Our best-selling aperitif. Strongly inspired by Aperol, NOA brings orange peel, tangerine and rhubarb with that bittersweet caramelized finish spritz lovers know. Light, fruity and slightly bitter: top it with non-alcoholic bubbly and soda and you have a perfect spritz.
Things We Like
- Best seller
- Made in Quebec: by Monsieur Cocktail.
- Also in 700 mL
2. NOA Amaretto
Price: $32.99 / Buy Now
An award winner made from scratch in Quebec, not dealcoholized: herbs, roots, spices and citrus macerated with natural extracts. NOA Amaretto earned gold and 92 points at the 2023 USA Spirits Ratings, according to the producer. Our second best-selling aperitif.
Things We Like
- Award-winning: gold, 92 points.
- 0.0% alcohol
- Made in Quebec
3. Martini Vibrante
Price: $24.99 / Buy Now
The Italian classic, from a house with more than 150 years of expertise. Natural botanicals with Italian bergamot, zesty orange and spices, in a big 750 mL bottle at a great price. Made for a spritz with tonic or soda.
Things We Like
- Iconic Italian brand
- Great value: 750 mL under $25.
- Bergamot and orange
4. NOA Italian Bitter
Price: $32.99 / Buy Now
For Campari lovers. The characteristic bitterness of gentian and quinine bark over a fresh base of grapefruit and orange, rounded with warm spices. The key to a non-alcoholic negroni or Americano.
Things We Like
- Real bitterness: gentian and quinine.
- Negroni-ready
- Made in Quebec
5. NOA Sweet Vermouth
Price: $32.99 / Buy Now
Inspired by the famous French Dolin: wine vinegar, grape and caramel, with a spicy blackcurrant finish. Impressively balanced; serve it on the rocks with orange or use it in a negroni or Manhattan.
Things We Like
- Complex: grape, caramel, blackcurrant.
- Sip or mix
- Also in 250 mL
6. NOROI Esprit d'Italie
Price: $29.99 / Buy Now
A 0.0% gentian aperitif that mirrors Italian bitters: bitterness and acidity balanced by fresh orange zest. The pick if you like your spritz on the bitter side.
Things We Like
- 0.0% alcohol
- More bitter: for grown-up spritzes.
- Made in Canada
7. NOA Coffee Liqueur
Price: $32.99 / Buy Now
Made with Brazilian Arabica coffee roasted on site: dark coffee, chocolate, candied nuts and vanilla, with an incredible texture. The base for an espresso martini or a White Russian without alcohol.
Things We Like
- Real roasted coffee
- Espresso martini: and White Russian.
- Also in 250 mL
8. Dhos Triple Sec Free
Price: $39.99 / Buy Now
A sugar-free alternative to Cointreau or triple sec: a balance of sweet and bitter orange peels that brings the bright orange note to margaritas, cosmopolitans and sidecars.
Things We Like
- Sugar-free: rare for a liqueur.
- Bright orange
- Margarita essential
9. Lyre's Amaretti
Price: $49.99 / Buy Now
A rich, nutty amaretto with a contemporary twist: almond, spice and candied notes. Roughly half the sugar of NOA Amaretto, for a lighter amaretto sour.
Things We Like
- Nutty almond
- Less sugar: than most amarettos.
- Vegan
10. Undone Not Wine Aperitif
Price: $39.99 / Buy Now
The aroma and taste of a French vermouth, 0.0%: fresh grape and Mediterranean herbs like thyme on the nose, then sweet orange, ginger and herbs with a slightly bitter finish. Excellent with tonic.
Things We Like
- 0.0% alcohol
- Herbal: thyme and orange.
- Vegan
5 Easy Non-Alcoholic Aperitif Cocktails
- Spritz: 3 parts non-alcoholic sparkling wine, 2 parts aperitivo, 1 splash of soda, orange slice.
- Negroni: equal parts non-alcoholic gin, Italian bitter and sweet vermouth, stirred over ice with orange peel.
- Amaretto sour: 60 mL amaretto, 30 mL lemon juice, a non-alcoholic foamer, shaken hard.
- Espresso martini: 45 mL coffee liqueur, 30 mL fresh espresso, 15 mL vodka alternative or cold brew, shaken with ice.
- Margarita: add 20 mL triple sec to 60 mL tequila alternative and 30 mL lime juice.
Shop Non-Alcoholic Aperitifs at Upside Drinks
Every bottle above is in stock and ships across Canada. Browse our full non-alcoholic aperitif and liqueur collection, or see our guides to the best non-alcoholic gins and the best non-alcoholic champagnes for your spritz.
FAQ: Best Non-Alcoholic Aperitifs
What is the best non-alcoholic aperitif for a spritz?
NOA Italian Aperitivo is our best seller and is inspired by Aperol. Martini Vibrante is the classic Italian choice. NOROI Esprit d'Italie is more bitter.
Is there a non-alcoholic Campari?
Yes: NOA Italian Bitter is inspired by Campari, with gentian and quinine bitterness. It is the base for a non-alcoholic negroni.
Is there a non-alcoholic amaretto?
Yes. NOA Amaretto won gold and 92 points at the 2023 USA Spirits Ratings, according to the producer, and Lyre's Amaretti is a great alternative.
Are non-alcoholic liqueurs high in sugar?
Liqueurs are sweet by nature: on this list sugar ranges from 0 g (Dhos Triple Sec) to about 31 g (NOA Coffee Liqueur) per 100 mL. You only use 15 to 45 mL per cocktail.
Is there a Canadian non-alcoholic aperitif?
Yes: NOA (Quebec, by Monsieur Cocktail) and NOROI are both made in Canada.
Cheers,
Simon Poulin
Co-Founder & CEO, Upside Drinks
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