Non-alcoholic drink that makes you feel drunk comes with a serious warning from its maker

The manufacturer of a non-alcoholic drink that makes you feel like you're drunk has issued a warning alongside the product that will impact millions of people who might be thinking about having a try.

The tipple, which already comes with a 'do not drive' warning from its maker, is one of many common alternatives that you might want to try out during Dry January when millions go the whole month without booze of any kind.

Called Sentia Spirits, it is the creation of Professor David Nutt and a close team around him who are using science to their advantage in the manufacturing of the unique product.

How Sentia Spirits works

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With zero alcohol in them, the drinks are advertised as alternative to alcoholic spirit products that can give you that 'gentle buzz' without having to suffer from a hangover.

"It’s a drink that is based on the science of alcohol, particularly the low doses of alcohol that relax you and make you more sociable," Professor Nutt said.

They aren't an alternative to getting 'out of your head', though, as the professor described. Speaking to Stylist, he said: "Don’t drink Sentia because it won’t do that.

"Our ingredients have what we call a ‘ceiling effect’, so even if you drink more and more, you won’t get more and more effects."

They work in a similar way to CBD drinks, in that Sentia products 'target the brain's natural biochemistry'.

"They may work by enhancing GABA's [gamma-aminobutyric acid's] ability to bind to its receptors in the brain or by reducing the breakdown of GABA, increasing its availability," Dr Suzanne Wylie, GP and medical adviser for IQdoctor, told LADbible.

A Sentia made cocktail (Sentia Spirits)

A warning from Sentia

Prof Nutt has said that driving while drinking Sentia is not a good idea, with the Sentia website reaffirming this particularly in relation to its GABA Red product.

"Some users have reported GABA Red making them drowsy, so we do not recommend driving after consuming GABA Red," it reads.

But under a section on its website entitled 'is Sentia safe?', the business explains in a bit more detail about potential risks.

And in particular you should not drink the products if you are expecting a child, on prescription medication, or breastfeeding.

Sentia creator, Professor David Nutt (Sentia Spirits)

"Sentia and the GABA blend is made with GRAS (generally regarded as safe) ingredients," the website reads.

"As Sentia is classified a ‘food supplement’, it is recommended you do not consume this product if you are on medication, pregnant or breastfeeding."

On top of this Sentia says you should 'not exceed 100ml in any 24 hour period and keep out of reach of children'.

One measure of Sentia is 25ml, meaning two doubles would put you at your recommended level for a day.

The non-alcoholic alternative is an option for those doing Dry January (Sentia Spirits)

Positives impacts when drinking Sentia

According to Dr Wylie, she believes that Sentia could well be a really beneficial product given it is a 'low-calorie, non-alcoholic alternative' for those looking to avoid booze or just enjoy a healthier lifestyle.

She noted: "Individual responses can vary based on personal biochemistry and the specific formulation of the drink."

The best booze alternatives to try now

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Best for IPA fans: BERO Variety Pack, £27 (approx)

Tom Holland’s new sober drinks range is a pretty good place to start. The variety pack comes with three booze-free tinnies: Kingston Golden Pils, Edge Hill Hazy IPA, and Noon Wheat. It’s gone down a treat with customers too - just take a look at the five-star reviews if you need convincing.

Best imitation stout: Guinness Zero, £2.83 per can

Guinness fans say this is the closest you’ll get to the real deal - and production of Guinness Zero tripled last year, so you’ll be in good company here.

Best ice-cold lager: Peroni, £4.60 per case

Of course, there was only one place to look. Peroni 0.0% claims to have the flavour of the renowned lager without the booze. It’s only £4.60 for a case, so you’re saving pennies too.

Best IPA variety pack: Lucky Saint, £22 (12 pack)

One of the best non-alcoholic beer brands on the market, Lucky Saint proudly uses centuries-old techniques to create modern beers that give maximum flavour (without the hangover). This pack comes with everything you need to survive Dry Jan: a new Superior Hazy IPA and Superior Unfiltered Lager.

Best real-tasting G&T: Tanqueray Alcohol Free Spirit, £15.90

If your go-to order is a good old G&T, then look no further than Tanqueray. Fans recommend mixing with a mediterranean tonic for best results.

Best booze-free cider: Galipette Brut Dry Cider, £30 per litre

If it’s cider you’re after, then Galipette has hundreds of five-star reviews. One shopper raved: “Wow. This is now my number one alcohol-free cider. I love the balance of sharpness and sweetness which, for me, is spot on.” Sold.

Most impressive rum: Caleño Dark and Spicy, £19

The best alternative to spiced rum? Caleño Dark and Spicy. Crafted from tropical pineapple, fiery ginger, and zesty limes, it’s a punchy flavour that feels like summer.