On The Fritz

You might have heard about the craze of rosé being made into Frosé … but have you heard of Emma Dean’s famous Fritz? With its bittersweet sparkling aperitivo heart, it’s something everyone at the table can enjoy. Sip it on its own, with salty snacks or the traditional Italian way with salami, cheese, crisps and olives. However you serve it, the Fritz is a winner.

Fritz Mocktail

• 1 x 750mL bottle Edenvale Non-Alcoholic
• Sparkling Aperitivo
• 1 cup simple syrup
• Fresh orange wedges
• Thyme sprigs

1. Pour the Sparkling Aperitivo and syrup into the GreenPan Frost Ice Cream & Frozen Drink Maker through the easy-fill top, then secure the lid.
2. Select slushie mode and set to level 4. Churn until the Frost switches to cool and beeps or until you’ve reached your perfect texture, approx. 15–30 mins.
3. Serve immediately in chilled glasses, garnished with orange wedges and fresh thyme.

Reimagining Wine for a Health-Conscious Generation

Aaron Milne is the head winemaker at Edenvale Wines, a pioneer of the non-alcoholic wine category in Australia. His journey into winemaking began humbly, working in vineyards during holidays to earn some extra money. What started as casual work soon grew into a genuine passion, leading him to formal winemaking studies and a career spanning three wineries — one of which he helped build.

Bringing his expertise to a brand already pushing boundaries, Aaron has played a key role in advancing Edenvale’s approach. Under his guidance, the company has invested in a state-of-the-art facility and cemented its reputation as a global innovator. Edenvale, an early adopter of world-first technology to create de-alcoholised wines, has championed a vision that once faced scepticism but is now widely respected.

As a leader in a cool, future-facing sector, Aaron has a front-row seat to how the wine industry is evolving. Younger generations are drinking less, influenced by health awareness, social media and the rising cost of nights out. In response, winemakers are exploring new ground with food pairings, beverages and tapping into the food-as-medicine movement. At the same time, wine dinners and experiential tastings remain a way to indulge, offering consumers mindful enjoyment without excess.

Edenvale Sparkling Aperitivo

Edenvale’s Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Aperitivo captures the iconic taste of an Italian summer! Ready to pour, itʼs made for aperitivo hour, sunny afternoons or stylish celebrations. For more, visit edenvale.com.au