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Bourbon Alternative
Bourbon Alternative
Lyre's American Malt with a cocktail and tasting notes on a blurred bar background
Bourbon Alternative
Bourbon Alternative
Bottle of Lyre's Non-Alcoholic Bourbon Alternative with a zero proof Old Fashioned cocktail on a bar.
Use Lyre's for a non-alcohol option or simple mix with alcohol for a lower alcohol alternative
Lyre's Bourbon Alternative and a glass of Old Fashioned with an orange peel on a white background
Bourbon Alternative
Bourbon Alternative
Lyre's American Malt with a cocktail and tasting notes on a blurred bar background
Bourbon Alternative
Bourbon Alternative
Bottle of Lyre's Non-Alcoholic Bourbon Alternative with a zero proof Old Fashioned cocktail on a bar.
Use Lyre's for a non-alcohol option or simple mix with alcohol for a lower alcohol alternative

Bourbon Alternative

$37.99

Lyre’s Bourbon Alternative is a premium non-alcoholic bourbon-style spirit with notes of caramel, vanilla and cedary oak. Smooth, gently spiced and impossibly crafted for classic whiskey cocktails.

<0.3%

ABV

0g

Sugar

3

Calories

23.3

Serves

Flavor Profile

Mellow caramel and vanilla layered with toasted nuts, sweet spice and charred cedary oak, finishing smooth and gently spiced.

  • Vanilla
  • Toasted Nuts
  • Herbs
PACK SIZE
  • Single
  • Case of 6
HOW TO ENJOY

Best enjoyed mixed - serve over ice with cola for a smooth, classic pour
Shake into a non-alcoholic Whiskey Sour with citrus and sugar
Stir into a Boulevardier with Lyre’s Vermouth Alternative and Italian Orange
Mix a Manhattan-style serve with Vermouth Alternative, bitters and orange peel

Bottle size: 23.7 Fl Oz / 700mL
Closure: Screw cap
Storage: Store in cool, dry conditions. Once opened, refrigerate.
Serving note: Designed to be mixed. Not intended to be consumed neat.

TASTE PROFILE

Bouquet: Honey and straw hues with aromas of vanilla, rye spice, caramel and charred cedar oak.
Taste: Generous vanilla and toasted nut flavors with baked fruit and sweet spice, delivering a mellow palate and long, lingering finish.

NUTRITION & INGREDIENTS

Water, Glucose Syrup, Caramel Syrup E150D, Natural Flavours, Acidity Regulator (Phosphoric Acid), Stabiliser (Cellulose Gum), Preservative (Potassium Sorbate, Potassium Benzoate), Sweetener Steviol Glycosides

Alcohol-free , Vegan , Gluten-free , Dairy-free

NUTRITION INFORMATION

Servings per Package: 23.3

Serving size:

30ml / 1 fl oz

AVERAGE QUANTITY PER SERVING PER 100ML

Energy

Sugar Contents

Carbohydrate Contents

Sodium

Fat – Total

Protein

14Kj (3Kcal)

0g

0.7g

0mg

0g

0g

48Kj (11Kcal)

0.5g

2.3g

1mg

0g

0g

Not a significant source of saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, vitamin D, calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin A.

Bourbon Alternative
$37.99
  • Single
  • Case of 6

CRAFT YOUR OWN SET

Craft your perfect bundle and enjoy up to 15% off—mix, match, and sip your way!

IMPOSSIBLY CRAFTED
  • MOST AWARDED WORLDWIDE

    The most awarded non-alcoholic spirits brand

  • CRAFTED LIKE THE CLASSICS

    Made with natural essences & extracts

  • TRUE TO TASTE

    Complex, balanced flavor - not too sweet, never thin

  • MADE TO BE MIXED

    Designed for cocktails, spritzes & modern rituals

Overall rating: 4.2726283 / 5 from 917 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

American Malt offers a bold, contemporary flavor that customers appreciate as a fantastic replacement for real bourbon. Praised for its taste, quality, and great smell, it is also noted as an excellent mixer with a pleasant burn when enjoyed neat. This non-alcoholic spirit is a great alternative to alcohol and a top choice for those seeking a non-alcoholic option.

Summary topics

  • Bourbon Replacement: 4%
  • Mixing Quality: 4%
  • Alcohol Alternative: 7%
  • Taste: 36%

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Review highlights

  • "This American malt is a very good tasting drink."Lala G.
  • "Real good authentic tasting, best one I�ve tried."Jane C.
  • "Taste great and was a great alternative to alcohol."Leslie B.

Reviews

Disappointed

"I really wanted to like this, but the dominant taste is tap water. This is far too much to pay for what tastes like whiskey squash. Same cost as a cheap bourbon with alcohol but a large portion of that is government tax. Won't be coming back for more :-("

Jarek A. (1/5)

Martin

"Lyre’s American Malt is excellent — remarkably close to whisky in flavour, with warm oak, vanilla and smoky notes, but without the alcohol or the headache the next day. One of the most convincing alcohol-free alternatives I’ve tried."

Martin B. (5/5)

Mild & lacks kick

"I was attracted by the name Malt and the colour as it resembled whisky but I found it too mild, lacking any distinctive kick or taste. I took it with ice but then reverted to plastic ice cubes as the ice diluted the taste even more."

Donald M. (1/5)

Must be with a Mixer

"Neat is quite watered down and really leaves the empty feeling of what alcoholic whiskey brings to a drink, however mixed proved its worth and was a completely different experience. I'm keen to try their other varieties with mocktails and other ingredients."

Jane (3/5)

A more than adequate substitute

"I love whiskey but I can’t drink it because I’m diabetic. I like Amercican malt because it has a nice bourbon taste in the mouth and a great burn going down the throat. Brilliant drink if you can’t have the real thing."

Simon P. (5/5)

I buy this every year

"I love this stuff! I buy it every year to make a homemade Irish Cream for St. Patrick's Day. Always adds the perfect flavor and warmth to the drink. I've never tasted real, whiskey, so I can't compare flavors, but I do know that this adds something special to drinks that soda never could. 10/10 recommend!"

Hannah R. (5/5)

Disappointed

"I would not purchase this again. It is watery, which is worse with ice."

Janet L. (2/5)

A bit disappointing

"I'm afraid I was a bit underwhelmed with the taste offered by this. But that's me, doesn't mean others will not enjoy it."

ZOE B. (3/5)

Dont like it

"It doesn't taste very nice."

Andrea M. (1/5)

Excellent product for zero alcohol

"Excellent product for zero alcohol"

Murray J. (5/5)

Q&A

FAQ's for Lyre's Bourbon Alternative

Is Lyre’s Bourbon Alternative actually non-alcoholic?

Yes - it contains less than 0.3% ABV.

How close is this to traditional bourbon?

It mirrors bourbon’s warmth and complexity without alcohol, offering familiar flavour cues with a refined Lyre’s finish.

What’s the best way to drink it?

It shines in classic bourbon cocktails, or simply over ice with a mixer.

Can I use it in cocktails that call for bourbon?

Absolutely - it’s designed as a direct non-alcoholic substitute in classic recipes.

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Lyre's Bourbon Alternative and a glass of Old Fashioned with an orange peel on a white background
Bourbon Alternative
Bourbon Alternative
Lyre's American Malt with a cocktail and tasting notes on a blurred bar background
Bourbon Alternative
Bourbon Alternative
Bottle of Lyre's Non-Alcoholic Bourbon Alternative with a zero proof Old Fashioned cocktail on a bar.
Use Lyre's for a non-alcohol option or simple mix with alcohol for a lower alcohol alternative