Bring Opera Bar Home: 4 Classic Cocktails with a Sans Drinks Twist
Opera Bar's cocktails are known for their flavourful, fresh and exciting flavours that are appropriate for any season. Whether you like your drinks classic, modern, light and zesty, or made entirely with Australian ingredients, you will always find something to enjoy. With Sans Drinks, you can now enjoy alcohol-free versions of these popular cocktails, providing the same enjoyment without the booze. Enjoy the taste minus the alcohol!
Sydney Sling – Non-Alcoholic Twist

Inspired by the classic Sydney Sling served at Opera Bar, this refreshing cocktail blends tropical fruit flavours with the botanicals of gin. Our recreated version keeps the essence of the original but replaces the gin with a premium non-alcoholic alternative, making it perfect for those who prefer a booze-free option without compromising on taste.
Ingredients:
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60ml Sans Bar Notting Hill Stroll Non-Alcoholic Gin Substitute
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30ml Sans Bar St Barts Sunrise (Triple Sec Substitute)
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20ml Cranberry Juice
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15ml Fresh Lemon Juice
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Ice Cubes
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Soda Water (to top up)
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Garnish: Lemon Slice
Method:
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Fill a shaker with ice and add the non-alcoholic gin, triple sec substitute, cranberry juice, and lemon juice.
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Mix and shake well for about 10 seconds to chill and combine the flavours.
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Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
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Top up the drink with soda water for a nice and light fizz.
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Garnish with a lemon slice for a tropical touch.
Your flavourful and refreshing non-alcoholic Sydney Sling is ready to be served, enjoy and share this amazing alc-free cocktail with your friends on a summer afternoon.
Tangerine Delight – Non-Alcoholic Twist

Another masterpiece from the Opera Bar drinks menu, this Tangerine Delight is one of the most loved refreshing citrus-forward cocktails that offers vibrant, zesty flavours with a touch of sweetness. Our alcohol-free version swaps out vodka and Cointreau for non-alcoholic alternatives while keeping the crisp and tangy tangerine essence intact. Perfect for sipping at any time of the day!
Ingredients:
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60ml Ms Sans Make Me A Sanstini Vodka Substitute
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15ml Lyre's Orange Sec
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120ml Tangerine Soda
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Ice Cubes
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Garnish: Tangerine Slice or Orange Zest
Method:
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Fill a glass with ice cubes.
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Pour in the non-alcoholic vodka and orange liqueur.
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Top with tangerine soda (or fresh tangerine juice with soda water).
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Gently stir to combine all the ingredients.
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Finally, garnish with a tangerine slice or a twist of orange zest.
Here you have a bright, no-alcohol Tangerine Delight—a citrusy, refreshing cocktail that tastes just like the Opera Bar original but with a guilt-free twist. Enjoy the tangy, zesty flavours without the buzz!
Lifesaver – Non-Alcoholic Twist

The Lifesaver cocktail is a bold and flavourful mix of spiced rum, Aperol, and ginger beer, balanced with nutty almond and zesty lime. Our alcohol-free version keeps the warm spices, citrus notes, and refreshing fizz while using non-alcoholic alternatives, enhancing the flavours even more for the ultimate enjoyment without the buzz.
Ingredients:
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60ml Lyre's Dark Cane Spirit - Non-Alcoholic Rum
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15ml Sans Bar Spritzing In Venice Non-Alcoholic Aperitif Spritz
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100ml Bilpin Non-Alcoholic Ginger Beer
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10ml Almond Syrup
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15ml Fresh Lime Juice
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Ice Cubes
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Garnish: Lime Wheel or a Sprig of Mint
Method:
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Fill a glass with ice cubes.
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Pour in the non-alcoholic spiced rum, non-alcoholic aperitif, almond syrup, and lime juice.
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Top with non-alcoholic ginger beer and mix it gently.
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Garnish with a lime wheel or a sprig of mint for a refreshing touch.
Here you just made yourself a delicious alc-free Lifesaver cocktail that feels like straight out of the Opera Bar but with an exciting and refreshing kick of flavours minus the buzz.
Cheeky Mango – Non-Alcoholic Twist

The Cheeky Mango is a tropical and bubbly delight, blending botanicals, crisp acidity, and ripe mango flavours. Our alcohol-free version swaps gin, verjus, and sparkling wine for non-alcoholic alternatives while keeping the same vibrant and refreshing taste.
Ingredients:
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60ml Ms Sans Call Me Indigo Butterfly Pea Gin Substitute
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30ml Eisberg Non-Alcoholic Chardonnay wine
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100ml Pernelle Cuvée Genesis
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30ml Mango Purée or fresh blended mango
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Ice Cubes
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Garnish: Mango Slice or Butterfly Pea Flower
Method:
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Fill a shaker with ice and add non-alcoholic gin, Chardonnay wine and mango purée.
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Shake generously until chilled and blended well.
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Pour the mixture into a coupe or wine glass.
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Top with non-alcoholic sparkling wine.
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Garnish with a mango slice or a butterfly pea flower for an elegant touch.
Now you are good to go with a tropical, alc-free Cheeky Mango—a delightful mix of botanical, fruity, and bubbly flavours that bring the Opera Bar experience right to your glass, no alcohol needed!
Ready for a flavorful treat? Now you can enjoy four of Opera Bar’s signature cocktails—completely alcohol-free! These refreshing, unique drinks deliver bold and exciting flavours with every sip and are easy to recreate at home. With Sans Drinks, you get access to the best non-alcoholic alternatives from top Australian brands at the best prices, making it the go-to choice for every kind of drinker. Cheers to perfect cocktails minus the buzz!