NON2 Caramelised Pear & Kombu
NON2 Caramelised Pear & Kombu is a sparkling 0.0% wine alternative made in Melbourne with roasted pears, Japanese kombu, Kalamata olive brine, black tea, spices and Semillon verjus. The pears are roasted until their natural sugars caramelize, then slowly infused to build richness and depth. Pear and vanilla bring a lovely roundness, while verjus adds acidity and kombu and olive brine create a savory, mineral edge. Bold and gently buttery with a lingering spice finish, it drinks a bit like a particularly sophisticated farmhouse cider.
Why We Love It
NON2 is the bottle we reach for when we want something with real presence at the table. The caramelized pear is warm and generous without being sweet, the spices linger in exactly the right way, and the kombu and olive brine give it a savory mineral depth that makes it remarkably good with food. It's become our Thanksgiving pour, and for good reason. Open it for someone who thinks they know what non-alcoholic drinks taste like and watch them reconsider.
Especially good with baked Brie and pear mostarda, wild mushroom tart, miso-glazed salmon, roast chicken with crispy skin, grilled pork with apples, or an almond and pear galette.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Ripe pear, vanilla and warm baking spices with a gentle hint of black tea.
Palate: Caramelized pear and bright verjus acidity, rounded by a buttery texture and savory minerality.
Finish: Long and gently spiced, with subtle tannin and a clean saline edge.
Product Details
Producer: NON
Origin: Melbourne, Australia
Style: Sparkling wine alternative
Alcohol: 0.0% ABV
Size: 750 ml
Ingredients: Water, pears, verjus, black tea, kelp (kombu), olive brine, vanilla, agave, clove, cardamom, ginger root, star anise and peppercorn
Dietary: Vegan and gluten-free
Calories: 27 per 150 ml serving
Sugar: 5.1 g per 150 ml serving with no added sugar
Caffeine: 51.8 mg per bottle
Serving: Serve well chilled in a wine glass. Natural sediment may occur; gently agitate before serving.
Storage: Refrigerate after opening with a sparkling-wine stopper and enjoy within 5–7 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NON2 completely alcohol-free?
Yes. NON2 contains 0.0% alcohol. It is made from scratch as a non-alcoholic beverage rather than having alcohol removed from finished wine.
What does NON2 taste like?
NON2 tastes of caramelized pear, vanilla and warm spices, with bright acidity, a softly rounded texture and a savory mineral finish.
Is NON2 sweet?
The roasted pear gives it a rich fruit character, but verjus, black tea, kombu and olive brine bring acidity, tannin and salinity to keep it balanced.
Why are kombu and olive brine used in NON2?
Kombu is a Japanese sea vegetable with natural umami and mineral depth; olive brine adds a briny salinity. Together they give NON2 a savory complexity that makes it genuinely food-friendly and keeps the roasted pear from reading as sweet.
Does NON2 contain caffeine?
Yes. NON2 contains black tea and has approximately 51.8 mg of caffeine per 750 ml bottle.
Is NON2 vegan and gluten-free?
Yes. NON2 is both vegan and gluten-free.
How should I serve and store NON2?
Serve it well chilled in a wine glass. Once opened, refrigerate it with a sparkling-wine stopper and enjoy it within 5–7 days.
