S1 • #9 Rethinking the Drink with Sonja Mitchell •

As more people embrace mindful drinking, the shift away from alcohol isn’t just about what we’re giving up—it’s about what we’re gaining. From better sleep and mental clarity to a deeper appreciation of flavour and ritual, the mindful drinking movement is reshaping social norms.In this episode, we explore the growing trend of people cutting back on alcohol, the rise of alcohol free brewing, mindful drinking and how all this may relate to your mindful pause for tea.Today, I’m honoured to be joined by a true trailblazer in the world of alcohol free brewing—Sonja Mitchell. Sonja’s journey into beer began with a victorious rugby match, where she discovered that nothing beats the taste of a freshly poured pint. But as life got busier—balancing a career, three kids, and a dog—she found herself searching for a beer that delivered on flavour without the next-day regrets. Finding the options lacking, she did what any bold adventurer would do—she jumped ship from her day job and launched Scotland’s first dedicated alcohol-free brewing company, Jump Ship Brewing.From brewing her first batch of Yardarm—an award-winning lager that beat global brands—to now supplying over 350 stockists worldwide, Sonja and her team are redefining what alcohol-free beer can be. With four core beers, exciting collaborations, and a commitment to sustainability and giving back, Jump Ship is proving that great beer doesn’t need alcohol to be world-class.So, grab a brew—alcohol-free, of course—and get ready to be inspired by Sonja’s incredible journey!Sonja’s links:https://jumpship.beer/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonja-mitchell-6170b84/ https://www.instagram.com/jumpshipbeer/References:To make your own Tea Beer Spritzers click »here«Ways to connect with me 💬DM me, jump in the subscriber chat, or connect via my website, LinkedIn or Instagram 😁 I offer tea supply, tea training, tea for wellbeing courses and mindset coaching.Thanks for joining me on our pause for tea to rebalance and thrive. 🍵 If you enjoyed this post, it would make my day if you’d comment, hit the heart button or share it. Your actions will help me reach more people. 💖 Thanks for your support! ✨ Erica xThe Tea Mind is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theteamind.substack.com/subscribe