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Just in time for the warmer months, De Soi … known for its stylish line of non-alcoholic apéritifs … has dropped a new sparkling drink that feels tailor-made for summer afternoons and sunset happy hours: the Haute Margarita. It’s their take on a spicy marg, minus the tequila, and somehow still brings the heat.

The drink opens with a hit of tart lime that feels instantly familiar, followed by the soft sweetness of agave and a low-simmer jalapeño kick that lingers just enough to remind you this isn’t your average mocktail. The finish is clean and bubbly, making it easy to sip more than one without missing the alcohol.

Co-founded by pop icon Katy Perry and master distiller Morgan McLachlan, De Soi has built its brand around drinks that are equal parts botanical and functional, and the Haute Margarita is no exception. Beneath the zesty flavors, you’ll find a blend of mood-lifting adaptogens like L-theanine, lion’s mane, and reishi mushroom. These ingredients don’t affect the taste but are meant to help you unwind without the typical fog that comes with booze.

What’s refreshing, beyond the drink itself, is that this spicy marg substitute doesn’t feel like it’s trying to mimic tequila. Instead, it leans into its own strengths: bold citrus, a crisp sparkle, and a heat level that makes things interesting without setting your mouth on fire. It’s festive and complex enough to bring to a party, but chill enough to sip while bingeing your favorite summer series.

The Haute Margarita is also gluten-free, non-GMO, and made without artificial colors or flavors. It comes in sleek four-packs and is currently available online, with retail expansion into Whole Foods, Sprouts, and several other national chains happening now through early summer.

If you’ve been on the hunt for a zero-proof drink that doesn’t feel like a compromise, this might be your new go-to. Whether you’re cutting back on alcohol or just want something you can enjoy without the next-day haze, De Soi’s Haute Margarita manages to deliver on flavor, fizz, and a little fiery flair … all without the hangover.