From Sparrow’s non-alcoholic cocktail list, Seedlip Grove 42 is one of the building blocks behind our zero-proof drinks, a bright citrus spirit we reach for when the designated driver, the sober-curious, or the brunch table wants something that drinks like a real craft cocktail. It is poured in our zero-proof cocktails rather than sold by the bottle, so it shows up across the menu rather than on a single price line.
About Seedlip GROVE
Seedlip is widely credited as the world’s first distilled non-alcoholic spirit, and Grove 42 is its citrus expression. The blend is built on blood orange, bitter orange, and orange peel, lifted by ginger, lemongrass, and lemon peel, with a gentle cool prickle from Japanese sansho pepper. Each botanical is macerated and distilled separately in a copper pot still, then blended, a process the brand says takes weeks rather than minutes. The name nods to 1542, the year the orange is said to have arrived in Europe. The result is zero proof, non-alcoholic, with no sugar, which is exactly why it slots so naturally into the craft approach we already use behind Sparrow’s 21+ lounge bar.
Tasting Notes
Grove leads with juicy orange and a clean citrus snap, then turns a touch savory and peppery on the finish, the part that keeps it from tasting like soda. In a tall glass with citrus seltzer or tonic it is crisp and grown-up, and it gives our bartenders something with real backbone to build on.
What to Pair It With
A citrus zero-proof pour loves a sunny plate. From the Sparrow menu it is great alongside weekend brunch dishes like Chilaquiles or Fried Chicken and Waffles, and it cuts beautifully through shareables like Honey Wings, Fresh Oysters, or Truffle Deviled Eggs out on the four-season dog-friendly patio.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seedlip Grove?
Seedlip Grove 42 is a distilled non-alcoholic spirit with a citrus profile built on blood orange, bitter orange, lemongrass, and a hint of sansho pepper. It is zero proof and sugar free.
Does Sparrow have non-alcoholic cocktails in Kirkland?
Yes. Sparrow in Kirkland pours Seedlip Grove and other zero-proof spirits into a full lineup of non-alcoholic cocktails, so the designated driver and the sober-curious get a real craft drink too.
Find it on the Sparrow beverages menu near the other zero-proof pours like Seedlip Spice and Seedlip Garden. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and let us build you one.