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In recent years, alcohol-free beers have exploded in popularity – and for good reason. Whether you're cutting back on alcohol, taking part in Dry January, or simply curious about the options, there's never been a better time to explore the world of non-alcoholic beer.
But what exactly is an alcohol-free beer? And how does it differ from other low or no alcohol beers on the market? Let’s break it down.
An alcohol-free beer, sometimes referred to as non-alcoholic beer, is a type of beer that contains little to no alcohol. In the UK, for a beer to be labelled as "alcohol-free", it must contain no more than 0.05% ABV (alcohol by volume).
You might also come across terms like:
Low alcohol beer: Typically contains up to 1.2% ABV.
Zero alcohol beer or 0.0% beer: Contains no detectable alcohol at all.
Despite the low alcohol content, these beers are brewed in much the same way as traditional beers – using hops, malt, water, and yeast – before undergoing a process to remove or limit the alcohol.
There are a few methods brewers use to create non-alcoholic beers:
Limited fermentation – where the brewing process is stopped before much alcohol forms.
Dealcoholisation – where the alcohol is gently removed after brewing.
Dilution – where a strong beer is diluted to a lower ABV.
Advancements in brewing tech mean that today's alcohol-free beers often have the same flavour, aroma, and mouthfeel as their full-strength counterparts.
There are plenty of reasons people turn to no alcohol beers:
Health and wellness goals
Driving or working the next day
Pregnancy or medication conflicts
Reducing alcohol dependency
Simply enjoying the taste without the buzz
Plus, with the quality of today's best non alcoholic beers, you’re not sacrificing on taste.
Tastes vary, but the market is packed with excellent options. Here are some standout choices that are often praised as the best alcohol free beers – ideal for anyone exploring the world of non-alcoholic beer:
ERDINGER Alkoholfrei German Alcohol Free Wheat Beer (500ml Cans, 0.5% ABV) – A refreshing wheat beer with isotonic properties, perfect post-workout or just to unwind.
Paulaner Alcohol Free Weissbier (500ml Bottles, 0.0% ABV) – A top-tier zero alcohol beer, delivering fruity notes and a full-bodied taste you'd expect from a classic Bavarian weissbier.
Flotzinger Alkoholfrei Hell German Alcohol-Free Beer (500ml Bottles, 0.5% ABV) – A smooth and crisp low alcohol beer with light malt character and a traditional German finish.
Maisel’s Weisse Alcohol Free Wheat Beer (500ml Bottles, 0.5% ABV) – This alcohol free beer delivers a spicy, fruity aroma with a creamy mouthfeel – a real standout in the wheat beer category.
Warsteiner Fresh Alcohol Free German Pilsner (330ml Bottles, 0.0% ABV) – A crisp and clean non-alcoholic beer with herbal hop notes and a refreshing finish, perfect for lager lovers.
Whether you prefer a lager, IPA, or wheat beer, there’s a no alcohol beer out there that can rival its boozy counterparts – and these are some of the very best.