Greenbar Lavender Bitters and Soda Non-Alcoholic 4pack

Greenbar Distillery's Lavender Bitters and Soda is the most delicate expression in the Los Angeles producer's non-alcoholic lineup, built using a method that sets it apart from conventional flavored sodas: distilled first as a true spirit, then dealcoholized, leaving the botanical depth intact. The lavender-forward profile is supported by lime, sage, hibiscus, jasmine tea, cardamom, chamomile, and lemongrass, keeping the floral character grounded and complex rather than perfumed or one-dimensional. Each four-pack contains thirteen-calorie cans that are USDA organic certified and gluten free, a rare combination in the non-alcoholic category that Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood has been asking for. Greenbar Distillery, founded by Melkon Khosrovian and Litty Mathew in Los Angeles, approaches non-alcoholic production with the same rigor it brings to its spirits program. The botanical bill is distilled in small batches to extract essential oils and aromatic compounds, then the alcohol is removed while preserving the structural integrity of the blend. This is not a flavor extract mixed with carbonated water; it is a dealcoholized distillate, which explains the clarity and lift in the glass. The result is a bitters and soda that behaves like an aperitif, not a soft drink, with the kind of layered aromatic complexity that only distillation can deliver. On the palate, lavender opens clean and herbal, immediately followed by the bright lift of lime and the grounding earthiness of sage. Hibiscus and jasmine tea add floral mid-palate weight without crossing into sweetness, while cardamom and chamomile provide warmth and a subtle spice note that keeps the finish from fading too quickly. Lemongrass weaves through the back end, adding citrus brightness that balances the softer florals. Drink this as a pre-dinner aperitif to open the palate, or serve it over ice with a lemon wheel as a midday refresher. It pairs especially well with light salads, fresh cheeses, and herb-forward dishes like grilled fish with chimichurri or spring vegetable risotto. Available for pickup at 1128 W Armitage Ave in Lincoln Park, local Chicago delivery, or nationwide shipping.