our story
Discover how the first non-alcoholic spirit was born
Over 300 years ago, it was common for physicians to distill herbal remedies using copper stills, harnessing the power of nature & alchemy to solve medical maladies. In 1651, one such physician, John French, published The Art of Distillation, documenting these non-alcoholic recipes. At that same time, a family in Lincolnshire had started farming, hand-sowing seeds using baskets called ‘seedlips’.
Centuries later, Ben Branson stumbled upon John French’s recipes. Ever the tinkerer, he was inspired to purchase a small copper still and experiment with distilling herbs grown in his garden at home.
After a few months’ time, while dining at an upscale London restaurant, Ben ordered a non-alcoholic cocktail. To his dismay, he was served a pink, sugary drink that neither paired with the meal, nor the atmosphere.
And so began two meticulous years of perfecting Seedlip–combining Ben’s farming heritage, love of nature & design, and fulfilling the need for a sophisticated non-alcoholic option.
bud to bloom
The pioneering movement of offering those not drinking alcohol a sophisticated, adult option has since become a segment all its own: the ever-growing no & low alcohol category.
And since, Seedlip has been embraced by many of the world’s best bars, restaurants, hotels and retailers across the globe. What began in a kitchen in the woods is now leading a worldwide revolution–changing the way we drink.
first harvest
Seedlip is only nine years old, and we’ve been humbled by the response.
Ultimately, regardless of why you’re not drinking, we’re proud to offer you the choice of a flavorful, sophisticated, adult option.
Ben Branson
Inspired by his family’s 300-year farming heritage, Ben was on a mission to solve the, what to drink when you’re not drinking alcohol dilemma? And in the process invented Seedlip, the world’s first non-alcoholic spirit.
"I can remember really, really clearly taking mint from my garden and making a liquid that smelled and tasted like that plant. I found it just so absolutely magical that I just wanted to keep doing it."
Our flavors
Spice 94, 700ml
Inspired by the deep woods and the spiced aroma of the forest floor. A warm, aromatic blend of allspice & cardamom with citrus top notes to balance the long bitter finish.
Garden 108, 700ml
Rooted in memories eating fresh peas straight from the pod. A complex, herbal blend of peas & traditional garden herbs including rosemary, thyme & spearmint.
Grove 42, 700ml
Our zesty, citrus blend is made using oranges, lemons, ginger, and lemongrass. A cool prickle of Japanese sansho peppercorn gives this non-alcoholic spirit a bright, dry finish.
