Frequently asked questions

Can they be drunk on their own?

Yes. But they're primarily designed to be mixed. Their profile is built to work with tonic, soda, mineral water, citrus and other cocktail ingredients.

Do I need to be a bartender to use them?

No. Each product comes with simple recipes for making cocktails at home. You can also use them as a base to experiment.

Do they taste exactly like a traditional gin, vermouth or bitter?

We don't claim they're identical to their alcoholic counterparts. Each product has its own formulation designed to recreate the sensory and functional experience of that drink style within a non-alcoholic proposal.

What is Old Bartchef?

Old Bartchef creates non-alcoholic alternatives inspired by the great cocktail styles: gin, vermouth and Italian aperitivos. Our products are designed so you can prepare complex, sophisticated cocktails without relying on alcohol.

Which mixers work best with them?

It depends on the product, but some of the most natural pairings are: • Tonic water • Mineral water • Soda • Citrus • Grapefruit • Orange • Herbs • Ice

Does 0.0% mean I can drink it and drive?

Old Bartchef products are formulated as 0.0% VOL beverages. However, if you're going to drive, you should always consider the applicable laws and only consume correctly labeled products.

Are they just juices or infusions?

No. Old Bartchef is developed specifically from a mixology and botanical-formulation perspective, aiming to build aroma, bitterness, acidity, body and complexity for use as a cocktail ingredient.

Can they be used to make classic cocktails?

Yes. In fact, that's one of the main reasons they exist. You can make, among others: • Gin & Tonic • Negroni • Americano • Spritz • Highballs • Signature cocktails The difference is that you swap the alcoholic components for Old Bartchef alternatives.

Do Old Bartchef products contain alcohol?

Our products are formulated and labeled as 0.0% VOL. They are not alcoholic beverages under the Mexican classification, which considers alcoholic beverages to be those with 2% to 55% alcohol by volume.

Does it need refrigeration?

[To be confirmed per technical data sheet.]

Does it contain allergens?

[To be confirmed according to each product's current formula and ingredient declaration, per NOM-051.]

How should I store the bottle?

[To be confirmed per technical data sheet: storage conditions before and after opening, and recommended consumption window.]

Does it have sugar?

The amount depends on each product. [Check the bottle's current nutritional information.]

Can pregnant women drink it?

Our products are labeled as 0.0% VOL. However, during pregnancy we recommend consulting the healthcare professional overseeing your pregnancy before consuming any product that contains multiple botanical extracts or ingredients.

Does it have calories?

It depends on the product. [To be confirmed against each bottle's current nutritional table.]

Can it change color or show sediment?

Because they're made with botanical ingredients, slight natural variations in color, aroma or appearance may occur. These variations don't necessarily indicate a problem with the product.

Can minors drink it?

Old Bartchef is a brand for adults. Although our products are 0.0% VOL, we recommend responsible consumption by people over 18 years old.

What does Harmony taste like?

Harmony has a fresh, botanical profile, led by yellow lemon, chamomile and coriander seed, along with other botanicals. The result aims to balance citrus, herbal and spiced notes.

How do I make a Gin & Tonic with Harmony?

A simple preparation: • 2 oz Harmony • Tonic to taste • Ice • Citrus to garnish Add Harmony over ice, top with tonic and finish with a lemon twist or wheel.

What is Harmony?

Harmony is our non-alcoholic alternative to London Dry Gin style. It's designed to bring botanical structure, citrus and spiced notes to your cocktails without using alcohol.

Does Harmony contain sugar?

[To be confirmed against Harmony's current nutritional information sheet.]

Can I use Harmony instead of gin in any cocktail?

In many cocktails, yes — especially those where gin's role is mainly botanical notes. However, each recipe may need small adjustments, since a non-alcoholic alternative has a different sensory structure than an alcoholic spirit.

Does Harmony taste like gin?

It's inspired by the sensory profile of a London Dry Gin, but it is not an alcoholic gin. Its goal is to function as an alternative in preparations like Gin & Tonic and other cocktails.

Which tonic do you recommend?

You can use your favorite tonic. A dry, citrus-forward tonic works especially well because it lets Harmony's botanicals come through.

What botanicals does Harmony contain?

Its botanicals include: • Yellow lemon • Chamomile • Coriander seed Along with other botanical components in the formulation.

How many calories does Harmony have?

[To be confirmed against the current nutritional table — official value per 100 ml / serving.]

How do I make an Americano with Serenity?

Our recipe: • 1 oz Serenity • 1 oz Dopamine • Mineral water to top • Ice Add Serenity and Dopamine over ice, top with mineral water and stir gently.

What does Serenity taste like?

Serenity combines notes of wormwood, grapes and orange, along with other botanicals. The result aims for an aromatic profile that's slightly bitter, fruity and spiced.

Is Serenity a vermouth?

It's inspired by the style of vermouth rosso, but it is not a traditional alcoholic vermouth. It's a non-alcoholic alternative designed for use in mixology.

What is Serenity?

Serenity is our non-alcoholic alternative to vermouth rosso / Italian rosso aperitivo style. It has a herbal, citrus, fruity and spiced profile designed for aperitivos and mixology.

Can I use Serenity for a Negroni?

Yes. In fact, Serenity is one of the three components of our Negroni 0.0%.

Can Serenity be drunk on its own?

Yes. It also works very well served cold, over ice with an orange twist.

Is Serenity sweet?

It has a balanced profile between fruity, herbal, citrus and bitter notes.

What botanicals does Serenity have?

Its main botanicals include: • Wormwood • Grapes • Orange Along with other botanical components.

What does Dopamine taste like?

Its profile combines citrus, herbal, bitter and spiced notes. Its main botanicals include: • Rhubarb • Orange • Grapefruit • Gentian Along with other botanicals.

Is Dopamine like Campari?

It's inspired by the family of Italian bitter aperitivos and can be used to make classic cocktails like the Negroni and the Americano. It is not Campari: it's a different brand and a different formulation.

What is Dopamine?

Dopamine is our non-alcoholic alternative to Italian bitter aperitivo style. It's designed to bring color, bitterness, citrus and depth to classic cocktails.

Can I drink Dopamine on its own?

Yes, although it's designed primarily as a cocktail component. You can try it with ice, soda or mineral water to explore its profile.

Is Dopamine very bitter?

Bitterness is an important part of its profile, but it's balanced by citrus and botanical notes. The final intensity also depends on the ratio used in the cocktail.

How do I make a Negroni 0.0% with Old Bartchef?

Our ratio: • 1 oz Dopamine • 1 oz Serenity • 1 oz Harmony Add all three ingredients to a mixing glass with ice, stir, and serve over fresh ice.

Which Old Bartchef should I choose?

Harmony — if you like gin profiles, botanicals, citrus and Gin & Tonics. Serenity — if you prefer vermouth profiles, herbs, fruit, citrus and aperitivos. Dopamine — if you enjoy bitter, citrus flavors and Italian aperitivos. Pack Negroni 0.0% — if you want all three to make Negronis and other classics at home.

What's the difference between Harmony, Serenity and Dopamine?

Harmony — inspired by London Dry Gin: botanical, citrus and spiced profile. Signature cocktail: Gin & Tonic. Serenity — inspired by Vermouth Rosso: herbal, fruity and citrus profile. Signature cocktail: Americano. Dopamine — inspired by Italian bitter: bitter, citrus and botanical profile. Signature cocktail: Negroni. Pack Negroni — all three together: balanced, complex profile. Signature cocktail: Negroni 0.0%.

Do you ship throughout Mexico?

Yes. We ship to different states across Mexico. Free shipping on orders from $700 MXN; exact cost and time are calculated with your zip code at checkout.

Do you have special pricing for restaurants and hotels?

Yes, we have options for hospitality and distribution professionals. Leave us your details and our team can share the corresponding commercial terms with you.

How long does my order take to arrive?

Delivery times depend on your zip code and the shipping method selected at checkout.

Can I buy Old Bartchef for my restaurant, hotel or bar?

Yes. If you're interested in distributing or bringing Old Bartchef into your restaurant, hotel, bar, store or business, leave us your details in our distribution section and our team will get in touch with you.

Where can I try Old Bartchef?

Old Bartchef is available at selected bars, restaurants and hotels in Mexico. Check our points of sale or write to us to find the nearest venue.