I'm enjoying the drinks, the gold is my favourite,followed by back, then finally red, which I find tastes a bit like a mulled wine type vibe, but in an ok way. I like the effect and it's a mild but us... See more
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I bought 3 bottles - my lady couldn’t stand any of them - I’m buying them to cut down on my alcohol - and 3 days in I have to say I don’t mind them at all. It’s a new product and evolving and I thi... See more
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The company is an inspiration to anyone who wants to cut down or cut out alcohol. Their articles and mocktail recipes make it easy to stay on track. The only downside is the price and living in France... See more
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I'm a fan , I went teetotal for health reasons for a while and the range provided an 'adult' alternative to an alcoholic drink, I've worked my way through all the flavours and experimented with mixers... See more
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About SENTIA SPIRITS
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Designed by world-leading neuroscientists, SENTIA Spirits are a line of functional drinks designed to give you some of the desirable effects of alcohol without compromise. SENTIA Spirits are powered by the GABA blend–a carefully researched combination of functional plant-based ingredients. Together, the ingredients in the GABA blend work to enhance your brain’s natural relaxation system, opening the door to greater sociability and human connection.
GABA RED: Find your Vibe
GABA BLACK: Find your Zone
GABA Gold: Find your Smiles
OUR STORY:
GABA Red, Black, and Gold are Vegan, Gluten-free, Fair Trade, GM-free, 65% Organic, Zero Allergens, no added sugar, low carb and low calorie.
GABA RED: Find your Vibe
Taste: Heady floral aromatics, rich herbal complexity and bittersweet spiced berries.
Moment: GABA Red is perfect for after-work drinks and to wind-down for the weekend, or as a nightcap.
Mood: Designed to help you relax, connect, and socialise.
Serve: Enjoy 25ml with your mixer of choice or in a delicious cocktail.
Calories: 9 cal per 25ml serving.
GABA BLACK: Find your Zone
Taste: Spiced pepper warmth, intense earthy body and smoky bitter finish.
Moment: GABA Black is perfect for boosting your productivity, supercharging your workout, or jumpstarting evening plans.
Mood: Designed to fuel energy and hone focus without the caffeine crash.
Serve: Enjoy 25ml with ginger beer or in a sophisticated cocktail.
Calories: 6 Cal per 25ml serving.
GABA Gold: Find your Smiles
Taste: An uplifting citrus sensation, bursting with spicy notes and zesty complexity to leave you wanting more.
Moment: GABA Gold is perfect for sharing, bringing warmth and wellness to any celebration or social moment.
Mood: Designed for calm, lifted mood, and mental balance
Serve: Enjoy 25ml with with tonic, orange soda, or in a delicious cocktail.
Calories:9 cal per 25ml serving.
OUR STORY:
SENTIA Spirits founder Professor David Nutt has been a pioneering force in psychopharmacology for over thirty years. He has published more then 500 original research papers and 34 books on a wealth of topics in psychiatry, from his early work in sleep studies to his more famous interventions in drug policy and the study of addiction.
As an expert on the ways alcohol interacts with the body and brain, Professor Nutt realised that he could isolate the mechanism we associate with the desirable effects of alcohol—relaxation, increased sociability & improved mood—from the negative effects, by developing an alternative that exclusively targeted the brain’s GABA system. Professor Nutt founded SENTIA Spirits in 2020 to bring functional alcohol alternatives to adult social drinkers.
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February 2, 2026
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Andreas,
Thank you for your review :)
We are glad to hear that your delivery arrived promptly and efficiently.
Best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
3 years plus alcohol FREE!
I started drinking GABA Spirits just before Christmas 2024 And LOVE them all!! Very impressed!
I love all the flavours but particularly the Black - and with any kind of ginger! I advise going for the Fever Tree mixers.
I’ve just passed 3 years alcohol free! GABA Spirits have so helped me achieve this! They defo work and have helped me to be more sociable as I really don’t like being around alcohol!
Highly recommend them!
I go for the bundle offer of the 3 bottles - it works out much cheaper; you can also subscribe!
January 18, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Nicola,
We are so pleased to hear that you find our products helpful and that you enjoy them with Fever Tree mixers.
And well done on being 3 years alcohol free!
Thank you for your recommendation.
Best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
This a great product
This a great product. Shipping and customer care are great. It is a wonderful replacement for alcohol.
August 27, 2025
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Andrea,
Thank you for your review!
We are so pleased that you enjoy our products and that you had a good shipping and customer service experience.
Best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
I like sentia but better packaging is needed
I personally like Sentia, it is not the same as alcohol but it does give me slight buzz. Also it feels like something special, compared to a glass of soda or a alcoholfree beer. It does have a pronounced taste but I like it, especially since I do not drink it too often.
I do not mind the price but I do find it very annoying that they stopped with the 20cl bottles. They advertise a lot with moderation but then they only offer those 50cl bottles with limited shelf life and more sediment at the bottom. Much prefer smaller packaging for occassional use.
July 28, 2025
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there,
Thank you for your review.
We are glad to hear that you enjoy our products and that you experience an effect that feels special.
We note your feedback on the packaging and size of our products and will communicate this to our production team.
Thank you and best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
The company is an inspiration to anyone…
The company is an inspiration to anyone who wants to cut down or cut out alcohol. Their articles and mocktail recipes make it easy to stay on track. The only downside is the price and living in France with delivery makes it expensive.
January 22, 2026
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Annabelle,
Thank you so much for your review!
We are so happy to hear that you enjoy our products. We appreciate that we are a bit on the pricey side with delivery in the EU for logistics reasons.
Thank you and cheers!
The SENTIA Team
OK, but none of the claimed 'effects'
The drinks are a nice alternative to alcohol, for the sake of having something in your hand. The gold and red taste nice, but the black is very bitter, so best mixed with a long mixer.
I've tried all 3 now and haven't noticed any 'buzz' or 'effects' from any of them apart from palpitations. I don’t drink alcohol at all, and thankfully had low expectations of any effects. 😁
I won't be purchasing again, better to spend less money on some good quality cordial.
January 21, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Ruth,
Thank you for your feedback.
We are sorry to hear that our drinks did not have the desired effect, however we are glad that you enjoyed the taste of our drinks and that you found a suitable mixer for GABA Black.
Thank you for trying SENTIA.
Best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
Delicious drinks
Delicious drinks, I bought all three and I love the taste with soda or tonic. Not sure I got any kind of ‘buzz’ but perhaps it was too subtle to notice 😊
December 30, 2025
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Jane,
Thank you for your review!
We are glad to hear that you enjoy the taste of our drinks. The degree of effect can vary from person to person and can be for various reasons such as:
Individual variances: Your GABA system is very much your own, and individual chemistry varies from person to person, so the experience of SENTIA will vary too.
Alcohol in system: Regular alcohol drinkers may have a high tolerance to GABA release, which will moderate the SENTIA experience. Studies suggest that you can reset your tolerance to GABA release by refraining from drinking for 2 to 3 weeks.
SSRI’s: (Selective Serotonin Inhibitors) anti-psychotics, tranquillisers and some epileptic medications may inhibit the effects of SENTIA.
Expectations: SENTIA is not designed to get you “drunk”, but offer a more refined experience. All feelings are of course very subjective, and will vary from person to person.
Context: There is a great deal of scientific evidence indicating that drinking (or talking any mind altering substance) alone creates a very different effect from doing so socially. The science suggests the same will be true with SENTIA.
Best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
Unfortunately it gives me a hangover!
Very fast delivery and well wrapped without plastic. Products look lovely too.
I couldn’t see how to contact the makers directly so writing on here.
I so wanted to love these drinks but unfortunately, I seem to get hangover like symptoms from them the next day. This morning I have a terrible headache and dry mouth. Is this unusual? I noticed it the first time after I tried Gaba Gold the following day, and last night I tried Gaba Red and today it feels exactly like a hangover for me. To note I only get very, very subtle effects from the drink as I am drinking, but have now tried it three times and each time I try it, the next day I get a headache so I don’t think it is a coincidence. I’m quite sensitive to coffee too so perhaps I just react to things. I’m a bit sad actually.
January 15, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there,
Thank you for your review.
We have now also received and email from you to which our customer service manager will respond shortly.
We are so sorry to hear that you've had an unpleasant experience with our drinks. You are most likely sensitive to one of the ingredients in the blend and it will be best to refrain from consuming SENTIA further.
Thank you for trying SENTIA.
Best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
A follow up review
I bought the 3 pack offer, gold black and red. Love the gold for the relaxation vibe and really I enjoy the spicy taste of the black although not sure if it has any mood effects. I have not opened the red yet as they have a shelf life once opened so am waiting until the other 2 bottles are nearly gone. There unfortunately was a problem with my original order, which happens anywhere, and once I contacted customer services it was very quickly rectified and the customer service experience was very pleasant. I find I am more than happy to replace a glass of wine with Sentia. Have already put in an order for more gold! I definitely recommend trying the product.
Follow up review
Since writing the above review, I have consumed more of the "black" ...mixed with half tonic and half sparkling water it is a very pleasant drink for anyone who enjoys colas
But the gaba red is something else, it is such a pleasant flavourful drink that is absolutely my favourite.
January 11, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Paula,
Thank you for your review!
We are so happy to hear that you had a good customer service experience with us and that you are enjoying our products.
We hope that you also enjoy the Red when you finally open it.
All the best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there,
Thank you for your review!
We are so pleased that you enjoyed our drinks during dry January.
Best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
Does nothing too sweet
Does nothing too sweet, no kick in the flavour. Bought for dry Jan, day 3 and nothing, just marketing, still feel tense after three Gaba red. Very expensive, don’t waste your money.
January 3, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Karen-Anne,
We are sorry to hear that GABA Red did not meet your expectations. There could be a number of reasons for this:
Individual variances: Your GABA system is very much your own, and individual chemistry varies from person to person, so the experience of SENTIA will vary too.
Alcohol in system: Regular alcohol drinkers may have a high tolerance to GABA release, which will moderate the SENTIA experience. Studies suggest that you can reset your tolerance to GABA release by refraining from drinking for 2 to 3 weeks.
SSRI’s: (Selective Serotonin Inhibitors) anti-psychotics, tranquillisers and some epileptic medications may inhibit the effects of SENTIA.
Expectations: SENTIA is not designed to get you “drunk”, but offer a more refined experience. All feelings are of course very subjective, and will vary from person to person.
Context: There is a great deal of scientific evidence indicating that drinking (or talking any mind altering substance) alone creates a very different effect from doing so socially. The science suggests the same will be true with SENTIA.
Thank you for trying SENTIA.
Best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
I'm disappointed that you've changed…
I'm disappointed that you've changed the recipe for Cask.
I liked it much more before
December 28, 2025
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Sioned,
We are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy CASK as much as before.
We will let our production team know of the feedback.
Best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
Truly terrible flavours
I really wanted to like Sentia. I've got a degree in neuroscience and I'm a huge admirer of Professor Nutt. Unfortunately, for me these drinks smell and taste awful. I bought the three pack of Red, Black and Gold. I did finish the Gold because I could tolerate it. Maybe it was relaxing? It's hard to tell. I'm sorry to say that the Black and Red both went down the sink after one unfinished glass.
December 21, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Laura,
Thank you for your review.
We are so sorry that you did not enjoy our drinks. SENTIA is an acquired taste and it can be too pungent for some. Have you tried it with a mixer or in a mocktail?
Thank you for trying SENTIA!
Best wishes for the Festive Season,
The SENTIA Team
Great alternative to alcohol drinks
I'm a fan , I went teetotal for health reasons for a while and the range provided an 'adult' alternative to an alcoholic drink, I've worked my way through all the flavours and experimented with mixers , I'd recommended a good quality tonic. A great turn to when you're driving and/ or take your own . Avoid the wine dull head .
December 21, 2025
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there,
Thank you so much for your review!
We are so glad that you enjoy our products and that they have provided a great alternative to alcohol during your teetotal period.
Enjoy!
Best wishes for a blessed Festive Season,
The SENTIA Team
Great drinks and service
I'm alcohol-free, and I really like drinks from Sentia. The new cask is also a good option for me. I also want to give my credit to customer service, which works like a charm in any unexpected situation and always sorts out issues very quickly. Cheers!
December 17, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Igor,
Thank you so much for your review!
We are so glad that you enjoy SENTIA and now also CASK.
We are also pleased to hear that you had a good customer service experience who could sort your issues out efficiently and quickly.
Best wishes for the Holidays,
The SENTIA Team
Excellent customer service
The measure of a good company is how they respond when something goes wrong and Sentia customer service was excellent. An order of six bottles arrived with one missing. A brief email exchange with Joan, who was courteous and pleasant, and the matter was rectified quickly. The experience left me more confident in the company than if nothing had gone wrong with my order in the first place!
December 14, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Nick,
Thank you for your review!
We are sorry to hear that you had an issue with your order, but so pleased to hear that our customer service team resolved it quickly and efficiently.
We hope you enjoy our products!
Best wishes for the Festive Season,
The SENTIA Team
Didn’t arrive and money never refunded
November 27, 2025
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Dear Beth,
Thank you for your review.
We can confirm that our customer service manager has been in touch and confirmed that your shipment is in transit and should reach you soon.
We have also refunded your shipping costs as a goodwill gesture in the meanwhile.
We will, of course, keep an eye on the tracking and refund you in full or resend your order out to you should it not arrive.
Best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
Good product and very quick delivery.
November 29, 2025
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Mary,
Thank you for your review!
We are glad to hear that you had fast delivery and that you are happy with our product.
Best wishes for the Festive Season,
The SENTIA Team
The Best AF 'shorts'?
All three variations are exceptional. Black, red and gold. So relaxing. Great fruity flavours.
November 29, 2025
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Steve,
Thank you so much for your review of our GABA Black, Red and Gold drinks!
We are delighted to hear that you enjoy all three.
Cheers!
The SENTIA Team
I have as yet to taste the goods…
I have as yet to taste the goods although communication and speed of delivery has been excellent.I will update further after sampling,
November 29, 2025
Reply from SENTIA SPIRITS
Hi there Douglas,
Thank you very much for your review!
We are glad to hear that you have experienced good service and fast delivery from us.
We hope you enjoy the products!
Best wishes,
The SENTIA Team
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