Non Alcoholic Beverage Terms
Non-Alcoholic (NA) - A beverage containing little to no alcohol, depending on the product and legal labeling requirements.
Alcohol-Free - Generally indicates a beverage with no detectable alcohol, though the exact standard varies by market.
Zero-Proof - A marketing term commonly used for drinks intended to replicate the experience of alcoholic beverages without alcohol.
0.0% ABV - Indicates that the product is labeled as containing 0.0% alcohol by volume.
Low-ABV - A beverage containing a relatively small amount of alcohol; not necessarily alcohol-free.
Dealcoholized / De-Alcoholised - A beverage originally containing alcohol that has had alcohol removed through a production process.
NA Beer - Beer-style beverage containing little or no alcohol.
NA Wine - Wine-style beverage from which alcohol has been removed or produced to contain very little alcohol.
NA Spirits - Alcohol-free alternatives designed to mimic the flavor, aroma, or ritual of distilled spirits.
Functional Beverage - A beverage formulated with ingredients intended to provide benefits beyond basic hydration or nutrition.
Wellness Beverage - Broad term for drinks positioned around health, wellness, nutrition, or lifestyle benefits.
Botanical Beverage - Drink made with plants, herbs, flowers, roots, spices, or botanical extracts.
Adaptogenic Beverage - Functional drink containing adaptogens.
Nootropic Beverage - Drink containing ingredients marketed for cognitive performance, focus, memory, or mental clarity.
Mocktail - A non-alcoholic cocktail-style drink.
Ready-to-Drink (RTD) - A beverage packaged and ready to consume without preparation.
Beverage Alternative - A drink designed as an alternative to a conventional alcoholic or sugary beverage.
Alcohol Alternative - Product designed to replace or replicate some aspects of alcoholic drinks.
Spirit Alternative - Non-alcoholic product intended to substitute for distilled spirits.
Adaptogens
Ashwagandha - An herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic practices and commonly marketed for stress management, relaxation, and general wellness.
Rhodiola Rosea - Botanical traditionally used for fatigue, stress resilience, and mental performance.
Holy Basil / Tulsi - Ayurvedic herb traditionally associated with stress management and overall wellness.
Eleuthero - Plant traditionally used as an adaptogenic herb for energy and resilience.
Schisandra - Berry traditionally used in Chinese medicine and associated with stamina and stress resilience.
Astragalus - Traditional Chinese medicinal root commonly used in wellness products for immune and general health support.
Maca - Peruvian root commonly marketed for energy, stamina, mood, and vitality.
Cordyceps - Functional mushroom commonly marketed for energy, endurance, and exercise performance.
Reishi - Mushroom traditionally used for relaxation, immune support, and general wellness.
Lion's Mane - Mushroom commonly marketed for cognitive function, focus, and memory.
Chaga - Mushroom rich in naturally occurring compounds and commonly marketed for antioxidant and immune support.
Turkey Tail - Mushroom traditionally used for immune-related wellness.
Nootropics
L-Theanine - Amino acid naturally found in tea, commonly associated with relaxation and calm focus.
Caffeine - Natural stimulant that can increase alertness and reduce feelings of fatigue.
Lion's Mane - Functional mushroom commonly marketed for cognitive support.
Alpha-GPC - Choline-containing compound studied for its relationship to acetylcholine and cognitive function.
Citicoline / CDP-Choline - Choline compound involved in phospholipid and neurotransmitter pathways.
Bacopa Monnieri - Botanical traditionally used in Ayurveda and studied for memory and cognitive function.
Ginkgo Biloba - Botanical commonly marketed for cognitive and circulatory support.
Panax Ginseng - Traditional botanical associated with energy, cognitive performance, and vitality.
Tyrosine - Amino acid involved in production of neurotransmitters including dopamine and norepinephrine.
Taurine - Amino-acid-like compound found naturally in the body and commonly used in energy beverages.
B Vitamins - Group of vitamins involved in energy metabolism and nervous-system functions.
Magnesium - Essential mineral involved in hundreds of biochemical processes, including normal nerve and muscle function.
Sweeteners & Sugar Alternatives
Monk Fruit - Fruit-derived sweetener containing mogrosides that provide sweetness with very little or no sugar.
Stevia - Plant-derived sweetener made from steviol glycosides.
Erythritol - Sugar alcohol used as a low-calorie sweetener.
Allulose - Rare sugar that provides sweetness with significantly fewer calories than conventional sugar.
Xylitol - Sugar alcohol used as a sweetener.
Maltitol - Sugar alcohol used to provide sweetness and texture.
Sucralose - High-intensity artificial sweetener.
Aspartame - High-intensity artificial sweetener.
Saccharin - High-intensity artificial sweetener.
Agave - Sweetener derived from the agave plant, primarily consisting of sugars.
Coconut Sugar - Sugar produced from the sap of coconut palms.
Maple Sugar/Syrup - Sweetener produced from maple tree sap.
Raw Sugar - Sugar that undergoes less refining than standard white sugar.
Natural Sweetener - Broad term generally referring to sweeteners derived from natural sources.
Sugar-Free - Product meeting the applicable regulatory definition for having little or no sugar.
No Added Sugar - Means no sugar was added during production, though naturally occurring sugars may remain.
Low Sugar - Product containing a relatively small amount of sugar, subject to applicable labeling standards.
Low Calorie - Product meeting applicable requirements for reduced calorie content.
Energy & Performance Ingredients
Electrolytes - Minerals carrying electrical charges that help regulate hydration, nerve signaling, and muscle function.
Sodium - Electrolyte involved in fluid balance and nerve and muscle function.
Potassium - Electrolyte important for fluid balance, nerves, and muscles.
Magnesium - Mineral involved in muscle, nerve, and metabolic functions.
Calcium - Mineral important for bones, muscles, nerves, and cellular processes.
B12 - Vitamin involved in red blood cell formation and normal neurological function.
B3 / Niacin - Vitamin involved in energy metabolism and cellular processes.
B6 - Vitamin involved in metabolism and nervous-system function.
B9 / Folate - Vitamin important for DNA synthesis and cell division.
Creatine - Compound involved in cellular energy production, particularly in muscle.
Beta-Alanine - Amino acid used in sports nutrition to support exercise performance.
Citrulline - Amino acid involved in the urea cycle and commonly used in sports nutrition.
Beetroot - Plant ingredient naturally containing nitrates and commonly used in performance products.
Yerba Mate - South American plant naturally containing caffeine and other compounds.
Guarana - Plant seed naturally rich in caffeine.
Green Tea Extract - Concentrated extract containing compounds such as caffeine and catechins.