2.7
42% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Curious Elixirs
2.7 • 41 Reviews
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2.7
42% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Curious Elixirs earns polarized reviews: enthusiasts praise complex, grown‑up flavors like #2 Spicy Pineapple, #4 Blood Orange, #6 Painkiller, and #7, calling them satisfying nonalcoholic cocktail alternatives, while detractors report harsh, bitter, medicinal notes, overwhelming ginger/adaptogen taste, and inconsistent flavor accuracy. Reviews also flag limited variety packs and out‑of‑stock flavors, plus confusion in ordering; fans highlight elegant packaging and a relaxing or uplifting feel from adaptogens.
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2y ago
I'm looking for a fun alternative to alcohol and have tried several brands. These are by far the worst tasting things I have ever tried. I wish I hadn't spent so much on trying several flavors.
2y ago
Tried all the flavors. So many options! My favorite is number 4, but all of them are great. The ingredients they use are top notch. It’s nice to have when you want fancy drink but don’t need the alcohol.
2y ago
As someone who has been attempting to curb my alcohol consumption over the past 3-4 years it’s been awesome to watch Curious come onto the scene with their offering. I’ve enjoyed many of their signature flavors with my favorite being 2 and 6! These are booze free so if you’re looking for a buzz these are not for you. They are an ALTERNATIVE to having a cocktail.
2y ago
Terrible taste and no refunds!
2y ago
I have just had my first one and I think the #4 Blood Orange is fantastic in flavor! I wasn’t necessarily expecting a buzz, but I definitely feel more relax and a bit buzzed! Loving it so far! My only tiny complaint was that the variety pack only came with 3 flavors to try. Not that it’s a huge issue, but I was hoping for maybe 4, but this wasn’t promised. Still happy with this one and excited to try the #6 and #7 now!
3y ago
I found ordering confusing, to start with. I didn't want to sign into a subscription, but wanted to try a variety. They don't have such an option, so I ended up with 4 bottles of curious #3. I found the drink slightly bitter, and not terribly appealing. It had no depth to make it appealing to return to. I determined I was going to have to mix it with something. It took me a while to figure out what their recommendations for dressing the drink up was, and it wasn't very creative, considering the appealing advertisements of their drinks they display. They don't have any mixing recommendations at all, as they believe them to be able to be drunk as is. Also, considering the cost of the drinks, with the volume you receive, I do not find these to be a worthwhile investment.
3y ago
I served curious at an event and people LOVED it. #2 and #4 were big hits and the profiles are delicious!
3y ago
These are disgusting. Have no idea how anyone can drink these. Very disappointed. I was so excited! Ugh.
3y ago
I've had a very positive experience with Curious Elixirs! I've been lucky enough to try a lot of their flavors, and I believe they have something for everyone. My personal favorite is #2. I love the spicy ginger flavor. But I've also had friends love other flavors that weren't as much my speed -- they really run the gamut. As someone who has found a lot of mental and physical health in not drinking as much, I'm really glad these exist.
3y ago
A great adult alternative to cocktails. Each flavor is very different, but is much better for a non-drinker than soda or a glass of water.
3y ago
Curious Elixirs has an amazing selection of healthy booze free alternatives. Their drinks will leave you feeling good and refreshed. My favorite Elixir is No 7 with a touch of honey.
3y ago
In general they are going to send you products well past their Best By date, printed on their packaging in boxes covered with dust and then you taste the product it does taste stale, you will email them and they will send you something explaining how their cocktails are really good for upto 6 months past their best buy and they are just a small company that can’t reprint(which in my case meant I had another 2 months on the 6 past bb date on at least 3 half case orders) they won’t refund your money but will give you 20 percent off your next order of expired products, they are essentially offloading and liquidating old products avoid them like the plague, only 3 of their 8 flavors I tried were okay and those were maybe 6 bottles of the 48 or so I have ordered and the only ones that were not beyond their Best By Dates.
3y ago
Totally over priced. The taste just ok. Some like medicine. Cannot feel any affects of the drink. Just don’t bother
3y ago
We ordered these for our bar to help with customers that are not able or wanting to drink alcohol. We make many cocktails and dive into many different flavors however, these cocktails are not it. There were only maybe 2 of 8 that were okay. After making cocktails for years... there are many different ways to make alcoholic cocktails. These are weird combination that do not taste like the stated experience to be. We really did feel like we were drinking out of buckets of mixed liquids. (where you dump everything together)
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These Cocktails need to taste more like the real cocktails advertised and cut back on the bitter tastes and weird combinations
3y ago
Very disappointed with the customer service and the product. The pictures and descriptions are very deceiving. I first noticed how different the bottles looked when I got them. When I opened Num 4 (most liked flavor), I was disappointed with how unclean it looked even before tasting it. I poured it in my glass and had a sip, and the taste was BAD. Imagine if you have water stored in a cup for years and how it would taste if you had to drink that? I reached out to the customer service and they responded "So sorry to hear Curious wasn’t your cup of tea (or cocktail). We are constantly trying to make improvements and really appreciate any specific feedback you provide as to what you didn’t like about it. Unfortunately we do not accept returns/exchanges on our cocktails and we do not offer refunds based on taste preference. I apologize for any inconvenience!" I sent them the feedback. As a consumer, I would expect at least half of the refund if the customer is not fully satisfied - that's called an excellent customer service! I should have read the reviews carefully before buying :( Please do not buy this its expensive - I should have just had flavored sparkling water instead of this.
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Very disappointed with the customer service and the product. The pictures and descriptions are very deceiving. I first noticed how different the bottles looked when I got them. When I opened Num 4 (most liked flavor), I was disappointed with how unclean it looked even before tasting it. I poured it in my glass and had a sip, and the taste was BAD. Imagine if you have water stored in a cup for years and how it would taste if you had to drink that? I reached out to the customer service and they responded "So sorry to hear Curious wasn’t your cup of tea (or cocktail). We are constantly trying to make improvements and really appreciate any specific feedback you provide as to what you didn’t like about it. Unfortunately we do not accept returns/exchanges on our cocktails and we do not offer refunds based on taste preference. I apologize for any inconvenience!" I sent them the feedback. As a consumer, I would expect at least half of the refund if the customer is not fully satisfied - that's called an excellent customer service! I should have read the reviews carefully before buying :( Please do not buy this its expensive - I should have just had flavored sparkling water instead of this.
3y ago
I tried No. 1 & No. 4, not sure what I was expecting, but they were just okay! Definitely not worth the price!! Overpriced JUICE! 👎🏽
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What could be better is the price!
3y ago
Ordered for dry January. Month was half over by the time I got it. And the flavors were awful! The old fashioned tasted like Burger King bbq sauce. Nasty
4y ago
These guys are clowns. Customer service is a joke. Like the other reviewer, they sent me the wrong thing then refused to refund the money.
4y ago
Gross and gave my husband and I horrible headaches. The price is way too expensive, and they didn't even deliver what I ordered, they just threw in some random option because they were out of stock. I did a charge back and they disputed it and won. This company does not favor its customers, it is all about profits. I highly recommend Sunwink over these guys. Better yet buy your own carbonation machine, that is what I did and now I am in savings heaven.
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Too expensive like really it costs $11 to buy a drink at the bar, why would I want to pay the same amount for something with no alcohol??
4y ago
These taste awful! I reached out to the company to return the unopened product and was sent a very rude email from a Curious Elixers employee that they don't accept returns or give refunds. I'm out $350 on something I wouldn't give to my worst enemy.
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Flavor and polite customer service