“If the first word that comes to mind when encountering the words “non-alcoholic spirits” is “why,” you’d be forgiven. Up until quite recently, this category of drinks — that seek to replicate as much of the spirits-drinking experience as possible while sidestepping the effects of ethanol consumption — have been virtually nonexistent. In the past few years the world of fancy non-alcoholic beverages has exploded, with all manner of spirits, wines, beers and category-defying liquids flooding the market.”