The Low and No Show: Recent Episodes
Jonny Stevens
You’re listening to The Low and No Show, a podcast that tells the inspiring stories from brands and the founders. My name is Jonny Stevens, the founder of better without, the app that helps people discover low and no alcohol drinks. I am sitting down with guests to hear their Stories, learn about their products and the lessons they have learnt.
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Keith Villa.
Keith is the founder of CERIA Brewing. CERIA Brewing was co-founded in January 2018 by Keith Villa, Ph.D., creator and former brewmaster of Blue Moon craft beer, and his wife and CEO Jodi Villa.
This episode hears more about Keith’s brewing history, why he created a non alcoholic beer and his new book.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. better without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks.
Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
CERIA Brewing - https://na.ceriabrewing.com
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by David O'Brien. David is the founder of Stillers. Stillers is a 100% copper pot distilled botanical drink. It is distilled in the beautiful Wye Valley using carefully selected organically grown herbs and spices. No alcohol is used at any stage of crafting.
This episode hears more about creating the brand, distilling and learning about the flavours of both products.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by Better Without. Better Without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks.
Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Stillers: https://stillers.co.uk
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Johnny Johnson. Johnny is the founder of UNLTD. UNLTD is the producer of an alcohol free lager and now an IPA!
This episode hears more about Johnny's background, getting into the world of alcohol free and of course talking about the new IPA.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by Better Without. Better Without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks.
Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
UNLTD: https://www.unltd.beer
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Bill Gamelli. Bill is a co-founder of Mocktails. Mocktails is the first premium brand of ready to drink, alcohol-free cocktails. It is a fun lifestyle alternative - enjoy at every occasion!
This episode hears more about why the brand was started, the changes in low and no alcohol over the years and where the business is going.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by Better Without. Better Without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks.
Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Mocktails - https://mocktails.com
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Sue Vaughan. Sue is the founder of Celtic Marches. Celtic Marches have two brands producing 0.5% cider - Pulp and Holly Go Lightly.
This episode hears more about the brands, hospitality adopting on draught options and the exciting product range. The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. better without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks.
Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Celtic Marches - https://www.celticmarches.com
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Mark Livings.
Mark is a co-founder of Lyre’s. Lyre's pride themselves in being impossibly crafted non-alcoholic spirits which taste just like the classics they pay homage to.
This episode hears why Lyre's was founded, how they have grown and where Mark sees the low and no alcohol industry going.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. better without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks. Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Lyre’s - https://lyres.co.uk
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Chris Bothwell and Tom Streitberg
Chris and Tom are the founders of Ovant, an Alcohol-free distillations, made in Margaret River, Western Australia.
This episode is energetic and an insightful overview on how they came up with the product, their experience in the drinks industry and most importantly a fun conversation, so enjoy!
The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. better without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks. Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Ovant: https://www.ovant.com/#stop_redirect
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Danielle Bekker. Danielle is the founder of binary botanical, the beer for wine-lovers
This episode hears about the unique taste of binary botanical, how they use the leaves of the hops and how the product can be drank.
binary botanical superior table beer is unlike any beer you have tasted before. Its tropical aroma, prosecco-like taste, and clean finish come from the infusion with organic hop leaves and choice of wine yeast. It is a flavourful beer brewed to be enjoyed with food.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. better without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks.
Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
binary botanical: https://binarybotanical.com
Wisebartender: https://wisebartender.co.uk/3-for-10-binary-botanical-aromatic-alcohol-free-sharing-table-beer-05-abv-660ml-12862-p.asp
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Erika Ollén. Erika is the founder of Gnista.
This episode hears about the process of developing their product, success around Europe and a competition that went global!
Swedish Gnista was born out of the sense that these people deserve something better. Our take is dark, intense and complex – liquids that have the ability to replace alcohol when mixed in drinks*. Making it possible to shake non-alcoholic cocktails that taste and look just like alcoholic ones.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. better without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks.
Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Gnista: https://www.gnistaspirits.com
Master of Malt: https://www.masterofmalt.com/spirit/gnista/gnista-barrelled-oak-spirit/?srh=1
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by David Brown. David is the founder of Nocktail. Well recognised for their distinctive branding and Instagram emojis, Nocktail was launched in 2020 with two alcohol free cocktails.
This episode hears about finishing University in the middle of a pandemic and launching an alcohol free brand, why David decided to create the products and the challenges of getting into retail.
David’s mission was to re-invent the mocktail for a new wave of mindful millennials. A drink that was low in sugar with no nasties whilst re-creating the same mouth sensations that an alcoholic drink traditionally provides. A brand that empowers young people to feel comfortable about their drinking choices, that connected with their personalities and lifestyle
The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. better without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks.
Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Nocktail: https://www.nocktail.com
Wisebartender: https://wisebartender.co.uk/nocktail-8-can-mixed-pack-save-5-7355-p.asp?ref=betterwithout
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Ben Wood. Ben is the founder of Basic Booch. Launched in January 2021, Basic Booch is an alternative brew product that is a naturally booze free, refreshingly sociable and totally smashable 'session kombucha'.
This episode hears why Ben started Basic Booch, the low and no category and what next for the brand.
Ben started brewing because he wants Basic Booch to give people an option. A real option that means that, when everyone else is reaching for a beer, you feel confident that you can grab a pint too. That’s why I think it’s a brew for all of us: it hopes to play a small part in bringing us all a bit closer together.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by Better Without. Better Without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks.
Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Basic Booch: https://basic-booch.com
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Chris and Rose Bax, the founders of Bax Botanics. Bax Botanics are continually being recognised by the media for their alcohol free spirit and we can definitely see why!
This episode hears the story of developing Bax Botanics, the importance of being ethical and protecting the environment and creating flavours from nature.
In their quest for sustainability Chris and Rose have tracked down organic, fair traded, fair wild herbs and it is with these that they created the drinks they produce today. Carefully balanced, using the knowledge and experience gained from years spent experimenting with exciting ingredients.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. better without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks.
Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Bax Botanics: https://www.baxbotanics.com/serves/
Wisebartender: https://wisebartender.co.uk/bax-botanics-verbena-alcohol-free-spirit-0-abv-2653-p.asp?ref=betterwithout
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Tom Watson. Tom is one of the founders of Talk Club. Talk Club have collaborated with Bristol Beer Factory to create Clear Head.
This episode hears how Clear Head came about, the importance of pubs for mental health and more about Talk Club.
Thank you, buying this beer means you are helping to start real conversations & saving lives. How? Talk Club is a talking & listening movement, to help people get mentally fit, 5% of Clear Head profits go directly to Talk Club. Creating a sustainable, positive, mental health community. This is a beer for good.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. Better Without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks.
Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Talk Club: https://www.wetalkclub.com
Bristol Beer Factory: https://www.bristolbeerfactory.co.uk
Wisebartender: https://wisebartender.co.uk/bristol-beer-factory-clear-head-alcohol-free-beer--05-abv-12582-p.asp?ref=betterwithout
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Charlie Crawley.
Charlie is one of the founders of Freestar, an award winning Beer founded 2019.
This episode hears the journey of creating Freestar, having to shift from on trade to off trade and their mentoring scheme. So grab a beer and enjoy!
Freestar is a World Beer Award winner and better for the planet. Their process emits 90% less CO2 than the industry average.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. better without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks. Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Freestar: https://freestar.co
Wisebartender: https://wisebartender.co.uk/freestar-premium-alcohol-free-lager-bottle-00-abv-2724-p.asp?ref=betterwithout
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Fern McCoy.
Fern is the founder of Mockingbird Spirit, an alcohol free Tequila inspired drink. Having launched the product in the middle of a pandemic, we learn more about the brand, the perfect serve, what's next for the product and hear the challenges along the way!
People love Tequila. The UK in particular has developed a fondness for the spirit recently and it isn’t hard to see why. Not only does it taste heavenly, but it pairs well with all sorts of food and sets the tone for every occasion.
The thing is, while we can’t get enough of Tequila, most of us could probably do without the hangover.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. better without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks. Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Mockingbird: https://www.mockingbirdspirit.com/pages/about-us
Wise Bartender: https://wisebartender.co.uk/mockingbird-tequila-style-alcohol-free-spirit-0-abv-7564-p.asp?ref=betterwithout
On this week's episode of The Low and No Show I am joined by Zoey Henderson.
Zoey is the founder of Fungtn, an adaptogenic alcohol free beer, brewed to 0.5%. Another great product to come out of 2020, not all things during the pandemic are bad.
This episode discovers the fascinating insight into adaptogens and the benefits they can bring.
You love beer. You don’t want the hangover. We get this.
You want to start making more mindful choices for your health. We totally get this.
Fungtn is a premium alcohol free craft beer, brewed for flavour with 0.5% ABV. We have harnessed the ancient wisdom of mycoadaptogens to deliver a beer that not only saved us from hangover hell but contributes positively to our every day ceremony.
The Low and No Show is brought to you by better without. better without is the world's first app for discovering low and no alcohol drinks. Check us out at https://betterwithout.app
Fungtn: https://www.fungtn.com
Wisebartender: https://wisebartender.co.uk/fungtn-beer-6-bottle-wise-pack--save-5-11949-p.asp?ref=betterwithout