# Functional Social Tonics Vibes Uses Specific Botanicals to Boost Energy, Relaxation & Connection By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2026-05-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibes References: [bevnet](https://www.bevnet.com/news/2026/new-beverages-ghost-x-bubblicious-lapos-recess) & [drink-vibes](https://www.drink-vibes.com/)  A growing number of adults are reaching for non-alcoholic alternatives that go beyond simple substitution, choosing drinks like [Vibes'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lowdose-cannabis-beverages) premium tonics that are crafted with specific functional benefits and a level of intention. Vibes debuted a trio of ready-to-drink 0% ABV beverages, each made for a different kind of moment: the Glow Getter uses functional hops to support relaxed socialization and clear-headedness, Electric Shores is infused with ketones, nootropics and hydration minerals for energy, and Hot Tropic is a [tropical kava tonic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kava-infused-spirits) for chilling out and feeling good. Flavor isn't an afterthought in these [functional non-alcoholic tonics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soul-hum-elixirs), which share clean, crisp, juicy tastes with vibrant lime and citrus, or mango with a touch of habanero, and other profiles to match each intentional, state-aligned experience without alcohol or excess sugar. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 78% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Functional Non-alcoholic Beverages:** A rising category combining botanicals, nootropics and adaptogens to create alcohol-free tonics that target distinct social states like relaxation, energy and connection. - **Flavor-forward Functional Formulations:** Premium taste profiles that integrate citrus, mango and spice with functional ingredients to replace alcohol without compromising sensory appeal. - **Moment-based Product Design:** Products explicitly designed around specific occasions and moods, framing beverages for moments such as pre-socializing, daytime focus and evening wind-down. ### Where This Applies - **Beverage Manufacturing:** Reformulation of production processes to incorporate delicate botanicals, ketones and kava while preserving shelf stability and clean-label credentials represents a manufacturing shift. - **Hospitality and Nightlife:** Alcohol-free menus and curated tonic programs are reshaping venues by enabling inclusive social experiences for sober-curious and mixed groups. - **Health and Wellness Retail:** Positioning functional tonics alongside supplements and adaptogen assortments creates cross-category merchandising that frames beverages as wellness offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Summery Adventure-Inspired Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/road-trip-collection.md) - [Probiotic-Packed Fruit Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/welchs-probiotic-yogofruits.md) - [Prebiotic Soda QSR Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poppi-prebiotic-sodas.md) - [Functional Electrolyte Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amass.md) - [Ready-To-Drink Creatine Booster Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creatine-degradation.md) - [Multi-Benefit Matcha Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osulloc-matcha-plus.md) - [Protein-Rich Drink Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-every-company.md) - [Functional Wellness Franchises](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Functional-wellness-smoothies.md) - [Replenishing Performance Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rcvry.md)