Club Soda
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The original Mindful Drinking Movement, since 2014. Visit our low and no alcohol Tasting Room Shop & Bar at 39 Drury Lane, London WC2B 5RR. Or listen to our podcast, read our blog, buy drinks online, or join our online courses at joinclubsoda.com.
Laura hosting a panel at Wine Paris on alcohol-free wines globally.
February 9, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Laura hosting a panel at Wine Paris on alcohol-free wines globally.
So the time has come - our Tasting Room Shop and Bar at 39 Drury Lane has closed its doors. We have moved out, but we are not going away! Club Soda will continue to bring low, no, and mid-strength drinks to you in many different ways in 2026. We will share more of our plans soon.
February 3, 2026 at 2:39 PM
So the time has come - our Tasting Room Shop and Bar at 39 Drury Lane has closed its doors. We have moved out, but we are not going away! Club Soda will continue to bring low, no, and mid-strength drinks to you in many different ways in 2026. We will share more of our plans soon.
The Spirit Business's top 10 sober bars to visit around the world - you won't believe number 2! www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2026/01/ten-...
Ten sober bars to visit this Dry January - The Spirits Business
Whether you’re giving up for good or trying to make mindful choices, these alcohol-free bars prove there’s more to the on-trade than booze.
www.thespiritsbusiness.com
January 12, 2026 at 11:14 AM
The Spirit Business's top 10 sober bars to visit around the world - you won't believe number 2! www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2026/01/ten-...
The Spirits Business looks at 2026 spirits trends - mid-strength is one of them, thanks to our campaign with the Mid-Strength Collective last year! www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2026/01/futu...
Future gazing: spirits trend predictions for 2026 - The Spirits Business
Following a 2025 full of tariffs, taxes, and lawsuits, we look at the five movements that are likely to shake up the spirits sector in 2026.
www.thespiritsbusiness.com
January 9, 2026 at 4:56 PM
The Spirits Business looks at 2026 spirits trends - mid-strength is one of them, thanks to our campaign with the Mid-Strength Collective last year! www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2026/01/futu...
TimeOut has the news: our Tasting Room is closing down in 3 weeks - but we are not going away, just finding a new home. More news hopefully very soon... www.timeout.com/london/news/...
The innovative alcohol-free Covent Garden bar that is closing down
The central London booze-free spot launched in 2022.
www.timeout.com
January 7, 2026 at 6:57 PM
TimeOut has the news: our Tasting Room is closing down in 3 weeks - but we are not going away, just finding a new home. More news hopefully very soon... www.timeout.com/london/news/...
CityAM lists some of London's sober January events and other ways of drinking mindfully this month, including a mention of our Tasting Room shop and bar: www.cityam.com/dry-january-...
Dry January 2026: 7 of the best alcohol free events in London
Comedy, karaoke, alcohol-free bars and booze-free club nights: here are the best Dry January events in London
www.cityam.com
January 2, 2026 at 1:54 PM
CityAM lists some of London's sober January events and other ways of drinking mindfully this month, including a mention of our Tasting Room shop and bar: www.cityam.com/dry-january-...
Dry Jan tips from the Evening Standard, including a mention of our online mindful drinking courses, plus many of our friends! www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/dr...
From apps to books, your Dry January 2026 survival guide
If you plan on cutting out the booze this month, here's how to do it right, from delicious alcohol-free alternatives to the influencers providing a guiding light
www.standard.co.uk
January 2, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Dry Jan tips from the Evening Standard, including a mention of our online mindful drinking courses, plus many of our friends! www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/dr...
"Coasting" in the Guardian @theguardian.com - based on our Mid-Strength Collective research with KAM: www.theguardian.com/business/202...
Is ‘coasting’ the perfect way to enjoy an alcoholic drink this New Year’s Eve?
Retailers say appetite for alcoholic drinks that are about half the strength of the traditional versions is soaring
www.theguardian.com
December 31, 2025 at 8:46 AM
"Coasting" in the Guardian @theguardian.com - based on our Mid-Strength Collective research with KAM: www.theguardian.com/business/202...
If you're looking to get your 2026 off to a mindful (drinking) start, we have some event recommendations for you from our friends in London, Manchester, and Aberdeen: mailchi.mp/joinclubsoda... - sober raves, alcohol-free wine tastings, talks, you name it!
December 29, 2025 at 1:17 PM
If you're looking to get your 2026 off to a mindful (drinking) start, we have some event recommendations for you from our friends in London, Manchester, and Aberdeen: mailchi.mp/joinclubsoda... - sober raves, alcohol-free wine tastings, talks, you name it!
We reviewed the latest books on sobriety and mindful drinking on our blog: joinclubsoda.com/hub/sober-mi...
New sober and mindful drinking books for 2026
It's again time to review all the new sober and mindful drinking books that we've read in the last few months.
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December 18, 2025 at 1:15 PM
We reviewed the latest books on sobriety and mindful drinking on our blog: joinclubsoda.com/hub/sober-mi...
The Spirits Business writes about our research with KAM and the Functional Drinks Collective: www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/12/are-...
Are functional drinks the key to a successful Dry January? - The Spirits Business
In a new survey of UK consumers, 41% said functional drinks would encourage them to visit pubs, bars and restaurants more often.
www.thespiritsbusiness.com
December 18, 2025 at 11:32 AM
The Spirits Business writes about our research with KAM and the Functional Drinks Collective: www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/12/are-...
Laura's low and no alcohol drinks advice for pubs is in the Morning Advertiser today: www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2025...
FEATURE: How to turn mindful drinking into profit
Learn how mindful drinking trends can drive profit. Discover tips to curate alcohol-free ranges, train staff and create inclusive experiences for modern pub customers.
www.morningadvertiser.co.uk
December 15, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Laura's low and no alcohol drinks advice for pubs is in the Morning Advertiser today: www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2025...
The New Statesman @newstatesman1913.bsky.social writes about young people and drinking (contains our Laura): www.newstatesman.com/politics/soc...
OK Boomer, buy me a drink
Gen Z aren't boring, we're poor. Don't pass off poverty as puritanism
www.newstatesman.com
December 10, 2025 at 1:44 PM
The New Statesman @newstatesman1913.bsky.social writes about young people and drinking (contains our Laura): www.newstatesman.com/politics/soc...
Almost time for our next (and last for this year!) alcohol-free wine & cheese club - this month focussing on red wines. Thursday 27th, 7-8.30PM, at the Club Soda Tasting Room, 39 Drury Lane, London. All info and tickets at joinclubsoda.com/events/
Events at Club Soda
Join Club Soda's events at the Tasting Room and online to discover alcohol-free drinks, learn to change your drinking and create connections.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Almost time for our next (and last for this year!) alcohol-free wine & cheese club - this month focussing on red wines. Thursday 27th, 7-8.30PM, at the Club Soda Tasting Room, 39 Drury Lane, London. All info and tickets at joinclubsoda.com/events/
The Morning Advertiser writes, from our conference, on the alcohol-free wine opportunity for pubs: www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2025...
November 14, 2025 at 10:55 AM
The Morning Advertiser writes, from our conference, on the alcohol-free wine opportunity for pubs: www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2025...
Laura interviewed along our friends from Saicho, REAL, and Copenhagen Sparkling Tea in Just Drinks magazine: just-drinks.nridigital.com/just_drinks_...
Sparkling teas eye non-alc opening - Just Drinks magazine | Issue 54 | November 2025
Sparkling-tea brands believe they can capitalise on the rise in consumers cutting back on alcohol.
just-drinks.nridigital.com
November 7, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Laura interviewed along our friends from Saicho, REAL, and Copenhagen Sparkling Tea in Just Drinks magazine: just-drinks.nridigital.com/just_drinks_...
We are very excited about our "Before It Was Cool: The Original Alcohol-Free Movement" event next week, on the history of temperance with Annemarie McAllister @demon-drink.bsky.social, Yvonne Norris, and our Laura. Tickets (includes a free drink) just £9 here: www.tickettailor.com/events/clubs...
Buy tickets – Before It Was Cool: The Original Alcohol-Free Movement – Club Soda
Before It Was Cool: The Original Alcohol-Free Movement – Club Soda, Wed 12 Nov 2025 - What Did They Drink When They Weren’t Drinking?Join us for a fascinating and nostalgic evening exploring what peop...
www.tickettailor.com
November 5, 2025 at 10:32 AM
We are very excited about our "Before It Was Cool: The Original Alcohol-Free Movement" event next week, on the history of temperance with Annemarie McAllister @demon-drink.bsky.social, Yvonne Norris, and our Laura. Tickets (includes a free drink) just £9 here: www.tickettailor.com/events/clubs...
Been too busy to post, but our No, Low & Mid Conference is nearly drawing to a close The last interview, before a drinks reception, has Laura talking to Tom Surgey.
October 22, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Been too busy to post, but our No, Low & Mid Conference is nearly drawing to a close The last interview, before a drinks reception, has Laura talking to Tom Surgey.
Laura wrote for The Caterer @thecaterermag.bsky.social about alcohol-free wines. Spoiler alert: yes they have been getting better, thanks to producers like Zeno, Moderato and Jorg Geiger.
www.thecaterer.com/indepth/has-...
www.thecaterer.com/indepth/has-...
Has alcohol-free wine got better?
The money and technology behind the new wave of alcohol-free wines means bottles can stand shoulder to shoulder with their boozy counterparts
www.thecaterer.com
October 11, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Laura wrote for The Caterer @thecaterermag.bsky.social about alcohol-free wines. Spoiler alert: yes they have been getting better, thanks to producers like Zeno, Moderato and Jorg Geiger.
www.thecaterer.com/indepth/has-...
www.thecaterer.com/indepth/has-...
Laura popped over to Dublin to talk about mindful drinking, as reported in the @irishexaminer.bsky.social - www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/he...
What is zebra striping and why are more Irish people choosing to drink in moderation?
A growing number of Irish people are turning away from regular alcohol consumption, but what are the creative ways in which people are reshaping drinking habits?
www.irishexaminer.com
October 2, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Laura popped over to Dublin to talk about mindful drinking, as reported in the @irishexaminer.bsky.social - www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/he...
Next week we'll be at Trade Drinks Expo in London's Excel Centre. Laura is speaking from 2:15 to 2:45 pm on 1st October on "Cash on Tap: How Alcohol-Free Can Unlock New Revenue" - and you can try some nice alcohol-free drinks from Genie Kombucha and Naked Life cocktails at stand TD352!
Visit us at Trade Drinks Expo
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September 23, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Next week we'll be at Trade Drinks Expo in London's Excel Centre. Laura is speaking from 2:15 to 2:45 pm on 1st October on "Cash on Tap: How Alcohol-Free Can Unlock New Revenue" - and you can try some nice alcohol-free drinks from Genie Kombucha and Naked Life cocktails at stand TD352!
Hear our founder Laura on the Morning Advertiser's Lock In podcast on the return of alcohol-free pubs: www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2025...
Dry is the new high: The rise of the alcohol-free pub
Discover why alcohol-free pubs are making a comeback. Join us as we explore the new wave of sober social spaces, their impact on communities, and what’s driving the rise of mindful drinking.
www.morningadvertiser.co.uk
September 22, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Hear our founder Laura on the Morning Advertiser's Lock In podcast on the return of alcohol-free pubs: www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2025...
London Cocktail Week is again coming up, and we have our special low and no menu ready - come try them from 9th to 19th October. You can also get your wristband at our Tasting Room at 39 Drury Lane: londoncocktailweek.com/bars/40275/c...
Club Soda - London Cocktail Week
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September 17, 2025 at 2:40 PM
London Cocktail Week is again coming up, and we have our special low and no menu ready - come try them from 9th to 19th October. You can also get your wristband at our Tasting Room at 39 Drury Lane: londoncocktailweek.com/bars/40275/c...
We won! The Speciality and Fine Food Fair's Small Independent Retailer award is ours! Thanks to everyone who voted for us, and to our amazing team. The award will have pride of place in our store at 39 Drury Lane, London - why not come visit and admire it.
September 10, 2025 at 2:42 PM
We won! The Speciality and Fine Food Fair's Small Independent Retailer award is ours! Thanks to everyone who voted for us, and to our amazing team. The award will have pride of place in our store at 39 Drury Lane, London - why not come visit and admire it.
Drinks Retailing has the details of our upcoming conference in October - drinksretailingnews.co.uk/club-soda-an...
Club Soda announces headline speakers - Drinks Retailing
Club Soda, the mindful drinking movement, has announced the headline speakers for its No, Low and Mid-Strength Summit, taking place on 21–22 October at the Coin Street Neighbourhood in Waterloo, Londo...
drinksretailingnews.co.uk
September 2, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Drinks Retailing has the details of our upcoming conference in October - drinksretailingnews.co.uk/club-soda-an...