The non-alcoholic beer market has been transformed in recent years and is a market that’s growing exponentially.
More and more of us are seeking out the 0% stuff, sometimes to take a break from alcohol, in other cases completely replacing it as a result of going through the addiction treatment process. It’s helping people who have had issues with alcohol hugely, becoming a complete game changer as people pay out the cost of rehab and have an alternative to the hard stuff.
The flavour combinations, styles and accessibility of non-alcoholic beer available today is making it a more exciting market than ever before, perhaps even more so than alcoholic beer, and over the last few years there have been some releases that have really helped transform the market.
So, if you’re considering your non-alcoholic options, here are five alcohol-free brews that you should take a taste of…
BrewDog Nanny State
Love them or hate them introduced Nanny State as part of its range of low-alcohol and non-alcoholic beers, and has aided in transforming the market. There are better options out there today from craft beer breweries that haven’t quite the same reputation, but Nanny State deserves its place on the list as a beer that did help take the non-alcoholic market to the next level. And, it doesn’t taste bad, with the IPA having some nice citrusy and piney notes. Only problem, it’s BrewDog.
Infinite Session Pale Ale
The pale from Infinite Session has a lovely flavour profile, with tropical fruit taste that’s refreshing and a great alternative to anyone wanting to avoid an alcoholic traditional pale.
The brand themselves are solely focused on the non-alcoholic market and have a good range of different beers, flavours, all of which are of a high quality and developing them a huge fanbase within the industry.
Big Drop Brewing Co. Pine Trail Pale Ale
Another brewery that specialises in alcohol-free beers, the Pine Trail Pale Ale is the star of the show and showcases a blend of American hops that impart citrus, pine, and tropical fruit aromas, creating a complex and flavourful profile.
It’s crisp, clean, and refreshing, making it a standout choice for those craving a hop-forward experience without the alcohol.
Lucky Saint Unfiltered Lager
Lucky Saint is one alcohol free lager we’re starting to see more and more on the pumps in pubs and bars across the UK. You don’t see many on draft and Lucky Saint are certainly the most prominent out there.
The ability to offer a pint makes it a true gamechanger and is completely changing perceptions of drinking alcohol-free in pubs as effectively punters are getting the same experience, without the effects of alcohol.
Mikkeller Drink’in the Sun
Mikkeller, a Danish craft brewery known for its innovative approach to beer, offers Drink’in the Sun as part of its non-alcoholic range. This wheat beer is brewed with orange peel, creating a refreshing and citrusy profile that is perfect for warm days. Drink’in the Sun is light, crisp, and bursting with fruity flavours, making it an ideal choice for those looking for a zesty and sessionable non-alcoholic option. Mikkeller’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of flavour and creativity has made Drink’in the Sun a standout in the non-alcoholic beer market.
