If you're looking to jazz up your usual dry January order, then look no further than Botivo.
We absolutely get it, when you're out and about enjoying drinks with friends but opting to stay dry, the usual sparkling water or soda lime can get a little bit boring after a while.
And this is where Botivo steps in, a groundbreaking non-alcoholic aperitivo that promises a good time.
Created by a bunch of people who love socialising, eating and drinking, Botivo has been crafted with love and will ensure you don't feel like you're missing out on any of the fun.
But what really is Botivo you ask?
This non-alcoholic botanical aperitivo boasts notes of bright orange zest, fresh rosemary and thyme and is finished with bittersweet notes of gentian, wormwood leaf and organic wildflower honey.
It's adored by negroni lovers and is best served with ice, soda and a wedge of orange. The perfect refreshing drink to kickstart your evening.
Made with real ingredients, no flavourings and low intervention techniques, it's got a good conscious and trust us when we say, it tastes really good too.
We've rounded up ten spots in Leeds where you can bag yourself a really great tipple of Botivo so you can try it out for yourself and see what all the fuss is about.
So, without further ado...
Bottle Chop
14 Weetwood Ln, Headingley, LS16 5LX
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This wonderful natural wine bar in Far Headingley will rustle you up a refreshing Botivo and soda which can be enjoyed alongside one of their fabulous cheese and charcuterie boards.
Boasting a chilled out, laid back atmosphere, this is the perfect spot to catch up with friends over a Botivo or two.
Bundobust
6 Mill Hill, LS1 5DQ
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An absolute Leeds staple, this Indian street food spot serve up creative dishes absolutely bursting with flavour.
Some of which may have a cheeky bit of spice with them, in which case a glass of Botivo is the perfect remedy to cool down with. We recommend the Bundo Chaat, Okra fries and any of their seasonal specials.
Bavette
4-6 Town St, Horsforth, LS18 4RJ
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This neighbourhood bistro has been scooping up the awards since they opened last year, and it's absolutely no surprise as to why.
Sandy and Clement are an absolute dream team serving up French bistro classics alongside a brilliant drink selection, so of course you'll find Botivo on their menu served perfectly.
Farrands
18 Swinegate, LS1 4AG
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This independent bar located in the heart of the city centre is the perfect spot to visit if you've just hopped off the train and looking to kick start your evening.
Great people, great music and of course, great drinks.
Roland's
39 Call Ln, LS1 7BT
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If you're looking for a cosy date night spot, then this is it.
Located on Call Lane, Roland's is the perfect spot to get comfy in one of their burgundy leather booths and chat the night away. Their Botivo cocktail is crisp and served in a beautiful glass, what more could you want?
Galleria
Armley Rd, LS12 2DR
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Just a short drive out of Leeds city centre is Galleria, the city's newest all-day hangout offers everything from brunch and wood fired pizzas to coffee and cocktails.
So any time of day you fancy a Botivo, Galleria can provide this and so much more.
Latitude
Unit 31, 46 The Calls, LS2 7EY
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This absolute Leeds gem doesn't just stock a cracking selection of alcoholic wine and spirits, but they also a fantastic range of non-alcoholic options too.
Stop by here for a perfect serve of Botivo and whilst you're at it, grab a bottle to take home with you too.
Jakes Bar
29 Call Ln, LS1 7BT
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If you're looking to push the boat out and enjoy something a little different than your Botivo with soda, then head to Jakes Bar on Call Lane.
They'll whip you up a non-alcoholic cocktail good enough for the gram, and you'll be dancing the night away on their dance floor in no time at all.
Number 8
10-14 Stonegate Rd, Meanwood, LS6 4HY
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This cosy neighbourhood cocktail bar is a fantastic spot to escape the hustle and bustle of the city centre and enjoy a drink or two.
Mixing Botivo with pineapple and almond soda, this is the drink to add a little sunshine to a dry and gloomy January.
Of course there's plenty of other spots in the city that stock Botivo, but there was just a few of our favourites to wet the whistle.
To find out more about Botivo, visit their website.
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Horsforth Brewery to takeover and save beloved Ilkley tap house
A renowned brewery have announced that they will be taking over the reigns of a popular craft beer bottle shop in Ilkley.
Fuggle & Golding opened in 2015 on Leeds road in Ilkley and quickly grew a loyal following with locals and visitors alike.
Sadly they announced last month that their last day of trading would be Saturday 28 February, news which was met with huge disappointment.
However this is no longer the case, as Horsforth Brewery is set to reopen the venue on Wednesday. Hooray!
Announcing the welcomed news to Instagram, Horsforth Brewery wrote: "When we saw they were going to close we were determined to not lose another great venue from the local beer scene.
"We owe a massive thank you to George and the landlord for getting a deal across the line in quick order.
"We’re going to take a few days to put our stamp on the place and then we will be open on Wednesday!"
"Obviously we will be stocking our beers here but as anyone who knows will know, we love the beer scene so we will continue to have a good amount of guest beer on as well. We’ll even been joining in with the biggest beer launches from around the country.
"Want to know the best news? We’re doing this solo. No outside interests, no investors, no debt. In the current climate being able to organically grow like this is so so hard and it’s thanks to all our team that we’ve been able to do this.
"We’ve always been determined to grow our business in a healthy and sustainable way; it may have (absolutely has) been tough over the years but we’ve got ourselves in a position to take us to the next level in a sustainable way."
British Pie Week 2026 – all the best places to find a pie in and around Leeds
Clementine Hall
Sweet, savoury, filled or plain: pies are a staple in the British diet.
It's the best week of the year...it's British Pie Week, not that we need much of an excuse to celebrate that flaky, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth pastry, but we're taking all the excuses we can this week to embrace all things pie related.
We've rounded up al our favourite spots to grab a pie, as a lunchtime snack or on the go in the city centre - so take your pick, whatever the occasion.
Dave's Pies and Ales
Kirkstall Road, Burley | Open from 5pm
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Dave's Pies and Ales is locally known as the smallest pub in Leeds - and whilst the menu and seating area might be teeny, what it does do, it does well.
Choose from a range of pies and peas with classic ales on tap to choose from inside this micropub 12-11pm every day of the week.
Whitelocks Ale House
Turk's Head Yard, just off Briggate | Kitchen open from 12pm
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Whitelocks is known in Leeds for its Sunday Roasts, warm fire and homely pub ambience- but their pies are the unsung heroes on the menu.
Available as a Sunday roast, bottomless brunch or just a plain old (but beautifully presented) pie and mash, Pieminister is famous for its pies for all the right reasons. On the shelves in your local supermarkets and available as a sit-down scran on Boar Lane, Pieminister is a place where pies are guaranteed to make up the majority of the menu options.
Finer Pleasures
Multiple locations
If you don't know about Josh at Finer Pleasures, then you're seriously missing out. Josh is somewhat of a pie-oneer (sorry), and is the master of creating weird and wonderful pie creations from lasagna pies to gammon, egg and pineapple pork pies.
You can find him over in Crossgates most Wednesdays, but you're best bet is to keep an eye on his socials for the best chance on bagging one of his pies. Trust us, they're like gold dust.
Wilsons Butchers
Austhorpe Road, Cross Gates | Open from 7.30am
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Located in Armley, Morley and Pontfract - Wilsons Pies and Pasties is a small indie chain from Wilsons Butchers and crowned champions of the Yorkshire Small Pork Pie Championships.
At lunch time, the shops offer a true Yorkshire delicacy of pie and mushy pies with optional (but essential) mint sauce. All Wilsons pies and pasties are made using locally sourced produce in Garforth, so these a true Leeds pies, and well worth sampling.
Clementine Hall -
8th January 2025 
