Pentire Adrift

Pentire Adrift is a non-alcoholic botanical spirit made with plants native to the rugged coastline of Cornwall, England. Rock samphire, sage, citrus and Cornish sea salt give it a distinctly fresh, herbaceous character, with bright citrus up front and a gently savory, saline finish. Rather than trying to recreate a traditional gin, Adrift has its own coastal personality: crisp, dry and botanical, with enough complexity to make even a simple drink feel considered.

Why We Love It

Adrift is one of those bottles that makes a very simple cocktail interesting. The combination of herbs, citrus and sea salt gives it a freshness we don't find in many non-alcoholic spirits. We especially like it when you want something botanical without the juniper-heavy profile of a traditional gin alternative.

How to Drink Pentire Adrift

Keep it simple: pour 2 oz Pentire Adrift over plenty of ice, top with a light tonic and garnish with a generous lemon peel and sprig of rosemary. The tonic opens up the citrus and herbs while letting that subtle coastal salinity come through.

Cheeky & Dry Signature Serve — Cornish Greyhound: 2 oz Pentire Adrift, 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice, ½ oz rosemary simple syrup, and 1 oz sparkling water. Shake the Adrift, grapefruit and rosemary syrup with ice, strain over fresh ice, then top with sparkling water. Garnish with a grapefruit peel and a small rosemary sprig.

Pair it with: grilled white fish with lemon and herbs, oysters with citrus mignonette, goat cheese and fresh herbs, grilled asparagus with flaky sea salt, or good olives and Marcona almonds.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Fresh coastal herbs — rock samphire and sage lead, with a bright lift of citrus and a whisper of sea air.

Palate: Crisp and herbaceous, with citrus up front giving way to a gently savory mid-palate. The Cornish sea salt adds a distinctive mineral quality that sets it apart from typical botanical spirits.

Finish: Dry and clean, with a lingering saline and herbal note that makes it especially refreshing in long drinks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pentire Adrift non-alcoholic?
Yes. Pentire Adrift is a fully non-alcoholic botanical spirit, containing 0.0% ABV.

What makes Pentire Adrift different from a non-alcoholic gin?
Adrift isn't trying to replicate gin. It's built around coastal botanicals — rock samphire, sage, and Cornish sea salt — giving it a distinctly herbaceous, saline character that's in a category of its own.

What botanicals are in Pentire Adrift?
The key botanicals are rock samphire, sage, citrus peel, and Cornish sea salt, all sourced from or inspired by the Cornish coastline in England.

What cocktails can I make with Pentire Adrift?
It shines in simple long drinks — tonic with lemon peel, a Greyhound with grapefruit, or any cocktail where you want fresh, herbaceous complexity without juniper. It also works beautifully as a gin substitute in Collins-style drinks.

Does Cheeky & Dry ship Pentire Adrift nationwide?
Yes — we ship across the US. Non-alcoholic spirits ship without the restrictions that apply to alcoholic beverages.

How should I store Pentire Adrift?
Store in a cool, dark place. Once opened, refrigerate and consume within 4–6 weeks for best flavor.