The First Non-Alcoholic Wine List in Europe
Ron Gastrobar goes for NOTHING!
The leading restaurant Ron Gastrobar (with Michelin star) of Ron Blaauw, is the first in the Netherlands to start with an alcohol-free menu. In addition to red, white and rosé wines, there are a number of alternatives, each one special drinks full of complex flavours to complement the dishes. World of NIX, the only alcohol-free liquor store in the Netherlands, was called in for the expertise and also supplies the drinks to the restaurant.
A first: complete (wine) menu without alcohol
The success of a number of alcohol-free alternatives (such as the ALT Rosé ) on the menu of Ron Gastrobar and the current flex-drinkers trend, paved the way for a more serious approach. Ron Gastrobar therefore introduces its own and complete wine list without alcohol and thus has a first in the Netherlands.
Twenty alternatives, composed with the sommelier
World of NIX, expert in the Netherlands in the field of alcohol-free drinks, worked closely with sommelier Jacob van Benthem of Ron Gastrobar for this menu. After several tasting sessions, they selected twenty non-alcoholic alternatives. This includes red , white and rose wines as well as the alternatives. This selection can be found behind this message.
'We both see the trend and demand for high-quality and tasteful non-alcoholic drinks from the consumer increasing. Until now, there has been limited choice in many catering establishments. It is fantastic that we have jointly put together this wine list and that Ron Blaauw embraces this as a fully-fledged category.' Frederike de Groot, director World of NIX
'More and more guests are making a conscious choice not to drink alcohol. To be able to offer a whole list of tasty alternatives is great. As a connoisseur of drinks, I continue to be amazed by the development in taste of this category.' Ron Blaauw, owner Ron Gastrobar
Training
In addition to expertise in composing the menu , World of NIX also thinks along with the names. The service staff will be trained in the coming weeks in the knowledge about and sales of the alcohol-free wines and alternatives.
The trend
More and more people are choosing less alcohol. A conscious choice, for example to live healthier or just keep a clear head. The time when the flexi-drinker could choose between tea or water is fortunately over since World of NIX opened its doors. World of NIX searches for the tastiest alternatives and has thus put together a wide range, where quality comes first.
From October 9th, you can order from the alcohol-free menu.