About Mother Root
Mother Root is an award-winning British alcohol-free aperitif brand founded by drinks specialist Bethan Higson, offering a sophisticated alternative to alcoholic drinks based on traditional switchel recipes. The brand's signature Ginger Switchel revives an age-old Anglo-American fermented elixir that originated in the 1700s and became popular during America's Prohibition era, when farmers kept it chilled in mason jars in streams as a refreshing thirst-quencher. The Mother Root journey began during Higson's first pregnancy in 2015, when her decade of experience in the wine industry highlighted the limited and uninspiring alcohol-free options available. Drawing on historical research and shrub-making traditions, she created a crisp, refreshing drink that stands apart from the sweet non-alcoholic alternatives dominating the market. The product gained significant exposure when it appeared on BBC's Dragons' Den, bringing the brand to national attention. Each 500ml bottle of Mother Root Ginger Switchel combines four all-natural key ingredients: pressed ginger juice, blossom honey, organic apple cider vinegar, and a subtle hint of chilli for warmth. The result is an energising, zingy syrup designed for mixing in cocktails and spritzes, with each bottle providing up to 20 drinks when mixed 25ml with 150ml soda water or tonic over ice. At just 4.29g sugar per 100ml when diluted, it offers a low-sugar option for health-conscious consumers. Based in London at Silverstream House, Mother Root represents the growing mindful drinking movement in the UK. The brand is available at major retailers including Sainsbury's and the National Trust Shop, appealing to those seeking sophisticated non-alcoholic options for social occasions, pregnancy, or simply reducing alcohol intake without sacrificing flavour complexity.