Drink of the Week: Ghia Non-Alcoholic Aperitif

While I’m fully on board with the indulgence of the season, from spiked hot chocolate and decadent cocktails to a freezer full of boozy ice cream (thank you, Jeni’s), the holidays are a marathon—pacing is crucial. So having a non-alcoholic option on hand that feels just as special as a mixed drink or glass of wine is key. Enter Ghia non-alcoholic aperitif. Made in the style of a Mediterranean aperitif, Ghia is made with a base of Riesling grape juice augmented with ingredients like gentian root, fig, ginger, rosemary and orange peel. The drink’s bright, citrusy bitterness and herbal undertones are well-suited to everything from a simple spritz to a mulled, Hot Toddy riff, and the lack of any overt sweetness offers a prime palette for experimentation. $33, drinkghia.com.