Febfast is a bit like the Christmas of the non-alcoholic drinks world. The shop is filled with brand new customers lining up to try the latest non-alcoholic wines, the warehouse staff are rushed off their feet, and there is a definite crackle of excitement in the air.
I’m proud to be a Febfast ambassador and sponsor because it allows me to do what I love , introduce people to non-alcoholic drinks that they enjoy, while supporting a great cause. If you’re new to Febfast or feeling apprehensive about signing up, then you’ve come to the right place. This guide to Febfast includes all the essential information you need, along with some tried and tested tips.
What is Febfast?
In a nutshell, Febfast is a 28-day challenge that raises money for the Youth Support + Advocacy Service (YSAS), an organisation that supports more than 8,000 vulnerable young people a year with challenges such as finding safe housing, getting back into education or finding work.
Febfast participants start by making a personal pledge to improve their health and wellbeing by giving up a vice such as alcohol or sugar for 28 days. Or alternatively, you can join the challenge by committing to febfit , 25 minutes of exercise every day for 28 days. You then raise money by creating a page on the Febfast website and ask friends and family to sponsor you.
Since FebFast started in 2005, thousands of Aussies, every year, are committing to a month off alcohol, using FebFast as both a personal reset after the holidays and a way to boost wellbeing and support vital community services. Giving up alcohol for 28 days is by far the most popular option, with many participants using it as a chance to reset their drinking habits after the festive season.
6 Tips to Make the Most of Febfast
If you’re wondering how to make it through febfast with a smile on your face, these febfast survival tips are a great place to start.
1. Notice the health benefits of going alcohol-free
Going alcohol-free presents an array of health benefits , some of which you will start to notice within a week of kicking the booze. For example, by Feb 7th, you will probably notice improved sleep which means better decision-making, improved mood, more creativity and better eating patterns. You will also be more hydrated, which leads to more energy.
During the second week of febfast, you might see an improvement in your skin and you’re likely to feel more relaxed. And by the third week of febfast, behind-the-scenes health benefits such as better liver function and lower blood pressure will kick in, which means that by week four you’ll be looking great and feeling fantastic.
2. Track your progress with the febfast dashboard
28 days can seem like an eternity, so it’s a good idea to have a visual reminder of your progress. The febfast dashboard allows you to mark off each day, with chances to win prizes such as an Apple Watch, a Melbourne staycation, or a $250 shopping spree at Westfield. You can also download a printable calendar to stick on your fridge.
3. Don't shy away from sober socialising
If you’re used to catching up with friends over a few glasses of wine, you might find the idea of sober socialising a bit daunting. But there is no need to be nervous. There are lots of ways to socialise without alcohol , for example, meeting a friend for a walk and talk, a yoga class or a movie.
I’ve found that non-alcoholic drinks take the pressure off sober socialising. Having a non-alcoholic beer in your hand at a BBQ or a non-alcoholic wine in your hand at a party will help you feel included and stop FOMO in its tracks.
4. Buddy up with friends or colleagues
Challenges like febfast are more fun when you have a buddy or team to participate with. You can act as cheerleaders for each other and hold each other accountable when the going gets tough. I would suggest making a WhatsApp app group for daily check-ins, you can also share tips, such as the non-alcoholic drinks you’ve discovered.
5. Explore non-alcoholic drinks
February is a great time to discover alcohol-free drinks. The range of options available has exploded in the last couple of years with more brands of non-alcoholic wine, beer, spirits and cocktails available now than ever before. There are non-alcoholic alternatives for pretty much any drink you can think of, making it really easy to swap your regular drop for an alcohol-free one.
6. Feel good about doing good
Don’t forget, by taking part in febfast you are making a difference. As many as 3 in 10 young Aussies report that alcohol and drugs are a problem for their family and peers. By raising funds for YSAS you can help disadvantaged young people across Australia access the support and resources they need to get their lives back on track.
Meet the Official Febfast Packs
If you’re new to alcohol-free drinks, then the range of non-alcoholic wine, non-alcoholic beer and non-alcoholic cocktails available might be a little overwhelming. To make things easy for you, I’ve put together two Febfast special packs to get you through the month. And, when you purchase a mixed bundle from me, I'll make sure your journey to achieve goals is nothing short of delightful!
Non-Alcoholic Wine Feb Fast Celebration Box – 6 Pack
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With enough premium alcohol-free wines to last the month, this pack is full of tried and tested products that will get you through febfast in style.
What's in it
-
Pernelle Cuvée Genesis
-
Next Destination Wines McLaren Vale Chardonnay
-
Senorio de la Tautila Blanco
-
Altina Liberate Pepperberry Shiraz
-
Zeitgeist Riesling
-
Thomson and Scott Noughty Rouge Syrah
Worth noting
This curated bundle includes some of the best non-alcoholic wines that are low in calories and sugar, and also vegan-friendly, featuring popular names Next Destination and Thomson and Scott Naughty.
Sans Drinks Seasonal Non-Alcoholic Beer Box (24 Pack)
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Designed for sober socialising, this pack of quality non-alcoholic beers means you can put your best foot forward, whether you’re stepping out to a BBQ, party or a long weekend session.
What's in it
-
Heaps Normal Quiet XPA
-
Heaps Normal Half Day Hazy
-
Garage Project Tiny Non-Alcoholic Everyday IPA
-
Heaps Normal Another Lager
-
Mornington Free XPA Beer
-
Garage Project Tiny Non-alcoholic XPA Beer Can 330ml
-
Lightning Minds Pale Ale
-
Gage Roads Yeah Buoy XPA
-
Mornington Free Pale Ale
-
4 Pines Ultra Low Alcohol Beer Cans
-
Hop Nation Mind Your Head XPA
-
Hop Nation Opening Doors Hazy Pale Ale
-
Garage Project Tiny Non-Alcoholic Hazy IPA
-
Yeah Nah Non Alcoholic XPA
-
Hiatus Beers Non-Alcoholic Pale Ale
-
Yeah Nah Alcohol Free Pale Ale
-
Hiatus Beers Non-Alcoholic Pacific Ale
-
Hop Nation Proud As Punch Mango Sour
-
Hop Nation Passing Storm WCIPA
-
Bach Brewing All Day Non-Alcoholic IPA
-
Capital Brewing Alc-Less Pacific Ale
-
Garage Project Tiny Non-alcoholic Lager with Lime
-
Bentspoke FreeWheeler Non Alc IPA
Worth noting
These premium non-alcoholic beers are best served chilled. You can drink it straight from the can, but I think it tastes best poured into a frosty glass and enjoyed nice and slow!
Have a Fab Febfast
I’m a big fan of a good win-win, and Febfast is just that. You get to raise money for a great cause and give your body a break from alcohol. I hope that if you were on the fence about joining Febfast, my guide has inspired you to sign up!
If you want to find out more about the trending alcohol-free drink, please sign up for my newsletter. You can also follow me on Instagram where I post reviews and live taste test videos. Don’t forget, finding non-alcoholic drinks that you love will help make febfast fun. In fact, you might find that you enjoy them so much, it stops feeling like a challenge!
Febfast is a bit like the Christmas of the non-alcoholic drinks world. The shop is filled with brand new customers lining up to try the latest non-alcoholic wines, the warehouse staff are rushed off their feet, and there is a definite crackle of excitement in the air.
I’m proud to be a Febfast ambassador and sponsor because it allows me to do what I love , introduce people to non-alcoholic drinks that they enjoy, while supporting a great cause. If you’re new to Febfast or feeling apprehensive about signing up, then you’ve come to the right place. This guide to Febfast includes all the essential information you need, along with some tried and tested tips.
What is Febfast?
In a nutshell, Febfast is a 28-day challenge that raises money for the Youth Support + Advocacy Service (YSAS), an organisation that supports more than 8,000 vulnerable young people a year with challenges such as finding safe housing, getting back into education or finding work.
Febfast participants start by making a personal pledge to improve their health and wellbeing by giving up a vice such as alcohol or sugar for 28 days. Or alternatively, you can join the challenge by committing to febfit , 25 minutes of exercise every day for 28 days. You then raise money by creating a page on the Febfast website and ask friends and family to sponsor you.
Since FebFast started in 2005, thousands of Aussies, every year, are committing to a month off alcohol, using FebFast as both a personal reset after the holidays and a way to boost wellbeing and support vital community services. Giving up alcohol for 28 days is by far the most popular option, with many participants using it as a chance to reset their drinking habits after the festive season.
6 Tips to Make the Most of Febfast
If you’re wondering how to make it through febfast with a smile on your face, these febfast survival tips are a great place to start.
1. Notice the health benefits of going alcohol-free
Going alcohol-free presents an array of health benefits , some of which you will start to notice within a week of kicking the booze. For example, by Feb 7th, you will probably notice improved sleep which means better decision-making, improved mood, more creativity and better eating patterns. You will also be more hydrated, which leads to more energy.
During the second week of febfast, you might see an improvement in your skin and you’re likely to feel more relaxed. And by the third week of febfast, behind-the-scenes health benefits such as better liver function and lower blood pressure will kick in, which means that by week four you’ll be looking great and feeling fantastic.
2. Track your progress with the febfast dashboard
28 days can seem like an eternity, so it’s a good idea to have a visual reminder of your progress. The febfast dashboard allows you to mark off each day, with chances to win prizes such as an Apple Watch, a Melbourne staycation, or a $250 shopping spree at Westfield. You can also download a printable calendar to stick on your fridge.
3. Don't shy away from sober socialising
If you’re used to catching up with friends over a few glasses of wine, you might find the idea of sober socialising a bit daunting. But there is no need to be nervous. There are lots of ways to socialise without alcohol , for example, meeting a friend for a walk and talk, a yoga class or a movie.
I’ve found that non-alcoholic drinks take the pressure off sober socialising. Having a non-alcoholic beer in your hand at a BBQ or a non-alcoholic wine in your hand at a party will help you feel included and stop FOMO in its tracks.
4. Buddy up with friends or colleagues
Challenges like febfast are more fun when you have a buddy or team to participate with. You can act as cheerleaders for each other and hold each other accountable when the going gets tough. I would suggest making a WhatsApp app group for daily check-ins, you can also share tips, such as the non-alcoholic drinks you’ve discovered.
5. Explore non-alcoholic drinks
February is a great time to discover alcohol-free drinks. The range of options available has exploded in the last couple of years with more brands of non-alcoholic wine, beer, spirits and cocktails available now than ever before. There are non-alcoholic alternatives for pretty much any drink you can think of, making it really easy to swap your regular drop for an alcohol-free one.
6. Feel good about doing good
Don’t forget, by taking part in febfast you are making a difference. As many as 3 in 10 young Aussies report that alcohol and drugs are a problem for their family and peers. By raising funds for YSAS you can help disadvantaged young people across Australia access the support and resources they need to get their lives back on track.
Meet the Official Febfast Packs
If you’re new to alcohol-free drinks, then the range of non-alcoholic wine, non-alcoholic beer and non-alcoholic cocktails available might be a little overwhelming. To make things easy for you, I’ve put together two Febfast special packs to get you through the month. And, when you purchase a mixed bundle from me, I'll make sure your journey to achieve goals is nothing short of delightful!
Non-Alcoholic Wine Feb Fast Celebration Box – 6 Pack
With enough premium alcohol-free wines to last the month, this pack is full of tried and tested products that will get you through febfast in style.
What's in it
-
Pernelle Cuvée Genesis
-
Next Destination Wines McLaren Vale Chardonnay
-
Senorio de la Tautila Blanco
-
Altina Liberate Pepperberry Shiraz
-
Zeitgeist Riesling
-
Thomson and Scott Noughty Rouge Syrah
Worth noting
This curated bundle includes some of the best non-alcoholic wines that are low in calories and sugar, and also vegan-friendly, featuring popular names Next Destination and Thomson and Scott Naughty.
Sans Drinks Seasonal Non-Alcoholic Beer Box (24 Pack)
Designed for sober socialising, this pack of quality non-alcoholic beers means you can put your best foot forward, whether you’re stepping out to a BBQ, party or a long weekend session.
What's in it
-
Heaps Normal Quiet XPA
-
Heaps Normal Half Day Hazy
-
Garage Project Tiny Non-Alcoholic Everyday IPA
-
Heaps Normal Another Lager
-
Mornington Free XPA Beer
-
Garage Project Tiny Non-alcoholic XPA Beer Can 330ml
-
Lightning Minds Pale Ale
-
Gage Roads Yeah Buoy XPA
-
Mornington Free Pale Ale
-
4 Pines Ultra Low Alcohol Beer Cans
-
Hop Nation Mind Your Head XPA
-
Hop Nation Opening Doors Hazy Pale Ale
-
Garage Project Tiny Non-Alcoholic Hazy IPA
-
Yeah Nah Non Alcoholic XPA
-
Hiatus Beers Non-Alcoholic Pale Ale
-
Yeah Nah Alcohol Free Pale Ale
-
Hiatus Beers Non-Alcoholic Pacific Ale
-
Hop Nation Proud As Punch Mango Sour
-
Hop Nation Passing Storm WCIPA
-
Bach Brewing All Day Non-Alcoholic IPA
-
Capital Brewing Alc-Less Pacific Ale
-
Garage Project Tiny Non-alcoholic Lager with Lime
-
Bentspoke FreeWheeler Non Alc IPA
Worth noting
These premium non-alcoholic beers are best served chilled. You can drink it straight from the can, but I think it tastes best poured into a frosty glass and enjoyed nice and slow!
Have a Fab Febfast
I’m a big fan of a good win-win, and Febfast is just that. You get to raise money for a great cause and give your body a break from alcohol. I hope that if you were on the fence about joining Febfast, my guide has inspired you to sign up!
If you want to find out more about the trending alcohol-free drink, please sign up for my newsletter. You can also follow me on Instagram where I post reviews and live taste test videos. Don’t forget, finding non-alcoholic drinks that you love will help make febfast fun. In fact, you might find that you enjoy them so much, it stops feeling like a challenge!
