RIVA

RIVA is one of the still gastronomic drinks in the Tempera range created by three-Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco, who co-founded the brand with Arielle Bove. The producer classifies it as an alcohol-free "Land & Sea" drink, built around a combination of orchard fruit, white tea and seaweed to express a land-and-sea aromatic profile. According to Tempera, its still blends are based on infusions that do not generate alcohol, so RIVA is made without dealcoholization and without grapes.^{[1],[2],[3],[4],[5]}

Per the producer's declared ingredient list, RIVA contains water, apple juice (19%), lemon concentrate, jasmine white tea (0.2%), wakame seaweed, nori seaweed, thickeners (glycerin, xanthan gum), and antioxidant ascorbic acid.^[1]

Tart Apple — Fruit Base. Apple juice makes up 19% of the blend. Tempera states the apples are tart apples sourced from the Perche region, and the finished drink carries notes of fresh apple.^[6]

Jasmine White Tea — Aromatic Layer. Jasmine white tea is included at 0.2%, contributing to the drink's delicate, subtle character.^[7]

Wakame & Nori Seaweed — Maritime Character. Wakame and nori seaweed supply the marine dimension of the blend. Tempera states the seaweed is sourced from Ars-en-Ré, and it drives the iodine, mineral and saline notes described in the drink's profile.^[6]

Lemon Concentrate — Component. Lemon concentrate is part of RIVA's blend.^[1]

Thickeners & Antioxidant — Texture and Stabilization. Glycerin and xanthan gum are used as thickeners, and ascorbic acid is added as an antioxidant. The producer describes RIVA as having a silky texture.^[1]

Appearance. RIVA is a still (non-sparkling) drink. A December 2023 feature in 750g.com describes it as a mineral white beverage.^[1],[8]

Nose. The producer describes RIVA's aromatic profile as iodine, mineral and fruity, with a land-and-sea character. It is characterized as fresh, subtle and maritime.^[1],[7]

Palate. The producer describes RIVA as a delicate, subtle and refined drink with notes of fresh apple and a saline finish, carried by a silky texture. It is noted for its tension and notes of fresh fruit.^[9]

Structure. The following points are stated by the producer.^[1]

• Body: silky texture
• Complexity: delicate, subtle, refined
• Finish: saline

Chef Mauro Colagreco suggests pairing RIVA with squid fritters for a Mediterranean-inspired aperitif.^[5]

The producer designed RIVA to accompany seafood tastings and delicate dishes, or to be served on its own. Named pairings include seafood dishes, squid fritters, vanilla lobster (recommended as a winter holiday pairing), deviled eggs with anchovies, deviled eggs (oeufs mimosas, recommended as a spring aperitif), grilled prawns, crunchy asparagus with olive oil, white-fleshed fish such as sea bream with peas and butter-lemon sauce, zucchini and fresh goat's cheese carpaccio toast, crab remoulade with celery, green apple and dill (recommended for summer), octopus salad with olive oil and lemon, tabbouleh, fresh raw vegetables as a light snack, and fruit-based desserts including apple crumble.^[6],[9]

Specifications. RIVA is classified as a still (non-sparkling) alcohol-free gastronomic drink with a land-and-sea profile.^[5],[7]

• ABV: 0.0%
• Energy: 45 kJ / 11 kcal per 100 ml
• Fat: 0 g
• Protein: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 2.6 g (of which sugars 2.5 g)
• Salt: 0 g

Production. RIVA is produced by Tempera, the alcohol-free beverage brand co-founded by chef Mauro Colagreco and Arielle Bove, who serves as CEO. According to the producer, Tempera's still blends rely on infusions rather than dealcoholization or grapes.

Ingredients Policy. The producer states RIVA has an ABV of 0.0%.^[7]