TÖST

Built From Scratch. TÖST is a sparkling beverage positioned as an alternative to wine and champagne. Unlike products made by removing alcohol from finished wine, TÖST Original is crafted from scratch using only non-alcoholic ingredients rather than by dealcoholizing wine. According to the producer, it is not derived from wine and contains no sulfites.^[1],[2]

Food-First Design. TÖST credits its development to collaboration with world-renowned culinary experts, Michelin-starred chefs, and James Beard Award winners, with the stated aim of being balanced and pairing with food.^[3]

The Name. TÖST is pronounced "toast." According to the producer, the name is a nod to the universal gesture of raising a glass, reimagined with sophistication, sparkle, and zero alcohol.

TÖST Original is declared as: carbonated water, white tea, organic blue agave, white cranberry concentrate, natural ginger extract, natural citrus extract with other natural flavors, citric acid, and quinine.^[4]

White Tea -- Tannin & Complexity. White tea forms the base of TÖST Original. It contributes gentle tannins and, per the producer, complexity to the blend. It is also the source of the beverage's caffeine content, at 3.5 mg per 8-ounce serving.^[1],[5]

Organic Blue Agave -- Sweetener. Organic blue agave serves as the sweetener in TÖST Original, contributing to the beverage's 10–11 g of sugar per 8 oz serving. The producer states TÖST uses all-natural sweeteners and no artificial sweeteners.^[2]

White Cranberry Concentrate -- Tartness. White cranberry concentrate contributes tartness to TÖST Original.^[1]

Natural Ginger Extract -- Warmth. Natural ginger extract provides a subtle ginger warmth on the palate.^[1]

Natural Citrus Extract -- Citrus Notes. Natural citrus extract with other natural flavors delivers crisp citrus notes.^[1]

Citric Acid & Quinine -- Acidity and Bitterness. Citric acid and quinine complete the declared formulation of TÖST Original.^[4]

Palate. TÖST Original is described by the producer as a dry, not-too-sweet, and sophisticated flavor profile. It shows crisp citrus notes, subtle ginger warmth, gentle tannins from white tea, and tartness from white cranberry, closing with a refreshing finish.^[1],[4]

Structure. ^[5]

• Sweetness: dry, not-too-sweet
• Tannin: gentle, from white tea
• Complexity: white tea provides complexity
• Length: refreshing finish

The producer lists TÖST Original as pairing with seafood, poultry, pasta, Asian cuisine, cheese plates, and desserts.^[1]

Specifications. TÖST Original is classified as a dry, all-natural, alcohol-free sparkling wine and champagne alternative. Its nutritional and format details:^[1],[6]

• ABV: 0.0%
• Calories: 40–45 per 8 oz serving (stated as 45)
• Sugar: 10–11 g per 8 oz serving (stated as 11 g)
• Caffeine: 3.5 mg per 8 oz serving, from white tea
• Format: 250 mL single-serve bottles ("singles"); the wider TÖST lineup is also offered in 750 mL bottles

Ingredients Policy. TÖST Original is gluten free, vegan, kosher certified, low calorie, and low sugar. It contains no sulfites, no artificial flavors, and no artificial sweeteners. TÖST is certified kosher by the Orthodox Union.^[4]

The producer describes TÖST Original as an award-winning flavor and an award-winning sparkling wine alternative. The specific awards are not stated.^[1]