Ready to discover some awesome vegan alcohol options? Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned pro, there are tons of tasty drinks out there that don’t use any animal stuff. From crisp beers to smooth wines and bold spirits, the vegan alcohol world is way more exciting than you might think.
This vegan alcohol list guide will hook you up with the best brands and options so you can sip, share, and celebrate without any worries. We’re talking about all the good stuff—beers that taste great, wines that impress, and spirits perfect for mixing up your favorite cocktails. Plus, we’ll share tips on how to spot vegan-friendly drinks when you’re out and about. If you’re ready to up your drink game and enjoy every sip guilt-free, this guide is your new best friend.
Let’s raise a glass to delicious, cruelty-free fun!
The biggest source of hidden animal products in alcohol comes in during the final stages of filtration. Many traditional methods use animal-derived ingredients as processing agents, which aren’t listed on labels. Here’s a breakdown of common culprits.
These ingredients are used during processing—not added to the final product—so they’re usually invisible to consumers:
Since these ingredients are only used to process the beverage in question, not directly added to it, it’s not mandatory to include them on the bottle. These are the trickiest things to avoid and vary by every brand. Your best bet is to contact the manufacturer directly when in doubt.
Unlike filtration agents, these ingredients are often listed and easier to avoid:
Most distilled spirits are vegan by nature, as the distillation process doesn’t require animal-based filters:
Just check for flavor infusions or added ingredients that could change their vegan status.
When it comes to wine, there are a number of easy go-to options that should be on any well-stocked shelf. Some easy vegan wine options include:
There are too many to list here, but check Barnivore, where you can enter any brand name to see which specific wines are vegan.
Many of the most popular beers are “accidentally” vegan, so you should always be able to find something to order at the bar. A few easy mainstream vegan alcohol selections include:
Many alcohol brands have a huge array of accidentally vegan options, as most hard alcohol is vegan. However, we love to vote with our dollars here at World of Vegan, so we want to point out some more conscious, ethical, and sustainable brands you might turn to instead of the most mainstream options. Plus, some mainstream brands that offer really cool vegan products—like the Vegan Baileys Almande!
If you’re looking for some delicious vegan drink recipes, we’ve got several creative concoctions for you. The following recipes are inspired by plants or traditional recipes made vegan. Cheers!
For some virgin vegan mocktail recipes and inspiration, check out these delightful drinks. They provide a perfect alternative to alcohol:
You can also find non-alcoholic spirits from brands like Lyres.
When cooking, you can easily swap out wine for grape juice, pomegranate juice, vegetable stock, or just plain water, depending on the recipe. If you’re making something like beer bread or a beer batter, you can use seltzer water instead for that same effervescent lift.
Looking to connect with like-minded folks over a cruelty-free cocktail? Vegan drinks events and happy hour meetups are popping up in cities across the country—from New York to Portland. They’re a fun way to explore new vegan-friendly bars, try plant-based drinks, and meet people who care about what’s in their glass and on their plate.
Search “Vegan Drinks” plus your city on platforms like Facebook or Meetup to find local events near you!
If you choose to drink, do so with care. Alcohol affects your health, relationships, and safety, and sober fun is always a great option too. Water, tea, and creative mocktails are delicious alternatives.
We hope you found this vegan alcohol list guide helpful! If we missed any of your favorite vegan alcohol brands, please share them in the comments!
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Wow this was super informative thank you
Fascinating and super informative as always! Who knew we had to pick and choose alcohol brands?
Well, this is useful 🙂 Thanks!
I’m definitely a water girl but this is so good to have handy for special occasions! The orange creamsicle cocktail also sounds so delicious!
Until recently, I had no idea that alcohol could be made with animal products. This is an amazingly helpful guide for anyone who enjoys spirits and alcoholic beverages. Thank you!
This vegan alcohol guide is so handy! I’m glad to see many of my favorite beers are already vegan! Woohoo!