Non-Alcoholic Beers Are on the Rise
My Belgian family may disown me for writing about and especially drinking non-alcoholic brews.
I started drinking them to get under my ideal fighting (read: cycling) weight. I’ve been quite surprised by the taste and their availability.
It is no surprise that breweries are looking for new growth opportunities. THC is kicking their bud.
Data: Caulkins, 2024, “Changes in self-reported cannabis use in the United States from 1979 to 2022”
Here’s a ranked list of my favorite brands:
- Go Brewing is an exciting company with many great tasing brews.
- Lagunitas IPNA is well balanced and very close to a regular IPA. It is more and more available in restaurants.
- Sierra Nevada Trailpass
- Heineken Zero is refreshing and widely available in restaurants and bars. It is my safe bet.
- Guinness Zero tastes amazing, and quite similar to the original.
- Best Day Brewing
- Bravus Brewing — Non-Alcoholic Golden Light
- Blue Moon Non Alcoholic is too sweet, yet drinks very easy.
- Athletic Brewing is omni-present. You can find it at most supermarkets. Yet, Athletic Brewing tends to be harsh on my stomach.
PS - If any of these breweries need a little marketing help, hit me up. I’ve got a script ready for a funny and catchy commercial, appealing to the athletic demographic and rooted in an experience after our weekly training rides.