One of the things that stood out about TÖST was that they don’t claim to be a wine alternative. In fact, TÖST describes itself as an alcohol-free sparkling refresher made from white tea, perfect for every occasion.
Since it is not supposed to taste or feel like wine, knowing this upfront helps manage expectations and appreciate TÖST on its own terms.
So, instead of reviewing it as a NA wine and judging it by its closeness to real wine, here I’ve reviewed it as a sparkling beverage for adults.
*Disclaimer: We received this free in exchange for my honest, unbiased review, with no additional financial compensation involved.
TOST Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Review
Looks
Tost Original pours with a bright golden-orange color and lots of bubbly carbonation, which reminds me of a mimosa with its effervescence and orange hue.
Aroma
There’s a strong scent of peach and fruity sweetness, like a bubbly peach fruit juice. There is also the smell of Quinine, which is an ingredient commonly found in drinks like tonic water.
I can’t really detect the smells of white tea, cranberry, or ginger, though.
Taste
The flavor is a combination of peach and citrus fruits, featuring an initial sweetness from the fruits that ends with a dry, crisp, and slightly tart note from the tea.
I thought I was going to taste more of the ginger and cranberry, but I couldn’t pick these two flavor notes out from the blend of fruits.
It is also very sparkling and bubbly, and the mouthfeel reminds me of a non-alcoholic sparkling wine.
Final Verdict Of TOST Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Tea
This is a fun, refreshing sparkling tea that I can imagine enjoying on a summer day; the flavors were delicious, even if it was a bit sweet.
I’m grateful that the expectation to taste like wine wasn’t there. I can savor this drink for what it is—a classy, tasty sparkling adult beverage.
If you are looking for a traditional wine experience, you might prefer to try one of these non-alcoholic sparkling wines instead.
What I Loved:
- How beautiful and classy the bottle looks. I can bring this to any party and not feel weird for bringing a non-alcoholic drink.
- Very fruity and bubbly, which is always a good drink option!
- It is different from other non-alcoholic adult beverages in the market, and it is not trying to be a NA wine either.
What I Did Not Like:
- It is a little too sweet.
Where To Buy TÖST
If you’re in the United States, you can order Tost from our favorite online retailer Proof No More. It also comes in mini bottles and a Rosé version.
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