If you want to cut back on alcohol for Dry January or choose not to imbibe at all, you can still crack open a can of beer—and these days, you have more options than ever.
The history of non-alcoholic beer in America stretches back further than you might imagine. In 1916, Anheuser-Busch launched Bevo, an NA beer that was quite successful for a few years. Fast forward to the 1970s, when brands like O'Douls (another Anheuser-Busch product) and Clausthaler arrived on the scene. Both of those non-boozy brews are still around, but, in recent years, they've been joined by so many others.
Stroll down the beer aisle at your local grocery or liquor store, and you’ll find alcohol-free versions of just about every style of beer: pilsners and lager-style brews, sours, stouts and more. Well-known brands, like Guinness and Heineken, are in on the action, but craft brewers that are specifically dedicated to producing non-alcoholic drinks are launching beer-like drinks as well. So whether you’re cracking open a can to watch the game or want to have a beverage as you relax with friends at a brewery, there’s an option without any added alcohol.
With something for everyone on the market, non-alcoholic beer has also become wildly popular. While the overall sales of alcohol worldwide decreased by 1%, the consumption of non-alcoholic beer grew 9% worldwide in 2024, according to IWSR, the global leader in alcohol data and insights. That’s a whole lot of beer being consumed that won’t leave you with a buzz.
Having so many NA beer options can be a great opportunity—and can also be a little bit overwhelming. To help you sort out which cans and bottles are worth cracking open, we tapped bartenders, brewers and owners of non-alcoholic bottle shops who have tasted countless alcohol-free drinks to find out which beer alternatives they reach for when they want a fizzy brew without the buzz. Sober curious or not, read on for all the info on 10 NA beers you need to know about.
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What Is NA beer and How Is It Made?
Many people wonder how brewers can pull off making a non-alcoholic beer. To answer that question, you first need to understand how traditional beer is made and where the alcohol comes into play. Alcohol in beer is created during the brewing process, when yeast is added to wort (a sugary batch of grains and hops) and begins fermenting.
When brewers want to make a beverage that is crisp and yeasty like your favorite beer without any alcohol, there are two paths they can take that both result in delicious alcohol-free brews.
Some brewers opt to remove the alcohol by cooking it off once the beer is fully brewed. Brewers can also create a beverage that will never develop alcohol by keeping it at a lower temperature and controlling the amount of sugar in the wort. If there's less fermentable material in the wort, very little alcohol will be produced. With this method, it’s important to note that some beverages labeled non-alcoholic do contain a small amount of alcohol—drinks can be labeled non-alcoholic with up to .5 percent alcohol.
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10 Best Non-Alcoholic Beers You Need To Try, According to Experts
1. Guinness 0
Guiness
Guinness is a hearty, dark stout that some may think would be difficult to pull off without any alcohol. But the rich flavors of Guinness actually work well in this non-alcoholic version, which is made by cold filtering the beer after it’s brewed to remove the alcohol.
“Guinness 0 proves you can still enjoy a proper pint without the hangover. It’s rich, velvety, and delivers that satisfying 'ahh' moment—basically, all reward and no regret. It’s my go-to when I want the comfort of a pint and the clarity of a Monday morning,” says Tantai “Tan” Khantachavana, the head bartender at BKK New York.
2. Stella Artois 0.0
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Popular beer brand Stella Artois makes a non-alcoholic version of its beloved brew that's popular among professionals. Meaghen Grace, a former New York City bartender and host of the YouTube channel The Wee Pearl, says it’s the bottle she’d reach for if she were hanging out with friends but didn’t want to imbibe.
“I drink this one all the time,” she says. “I think it is mighty fine. It has some maltiness in there, but it’s super crisp and light and easy to drink.”
3. FLVR! American Gold
FLVR
Untitled Art, a craft beverage company based in Wisconsin, creates award-winning drinks both with and without alcohol. Their FLVR! non-alcoholic beers have won over many experts in the industry, including the team at Soberish, an Atlanta-based bottle shop focused on alcohol-free products.
“The American Gold is a clean, classic-style lager that hits all the right notes. It's full-bodied with a smooth malt backbone and a subtle touch of hops to keep things balanced," says Mehrnush Saadat, the shop’s founder. "There’s a satisfying burst of fresh grain up front, followed by a crisp, slightly tangy finish that adds some brightness without overwhelming the palate. It’s exceptionally drinkable and well-crafted for a non-alcoholic brew.”
4. BERO Edge Hill Hazy IPA
BERO
BERO, a NA beer company co-founded by actor Tom Holland, offers four non-alcoholic options, including a golden pilsner-style beer and frequent limited-edition drops, like the coffee draught collab with Robert Downey Jr.'s "happy" coffee this past October.
The entire portfolio is popular among bartenders, including Juliette Saputo, the bar manager for Broken Shaker Miami and Ray's Hometown Bar Miami. “I think it’s awesome that they have so many options with different styles of beer so that everyone can feel included even when you aren’t imbibing,” she says.
Anne Becerra, a certified cicerone (certified beer expert) who hosts regular beer education events, echoed that sentiment, but shared that her favorite in the lineup is the Edge Hill Hazy IPA. “It's just like a typical hazy IPA with a lot of citrus notes,” she says. “It’s very bright with mango, orange zest and tropical notes to it.”
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5. Athletic Brewing Atlética
Athletic
Nate Capenos, the head bartender at COTE Korean Steakhouse, says the Michelin-starred restaurant in NYC and other outposts across the country exclusively offer Athletic Brewing as their non-alcoholic beer option.
“I love that their product is more than just hopped sparkling water, it really gives you the heft of a beer,” he says. “Atlética, their Mexican-Style Copper, is my favorite with its refreshing floral and malty zip.”
6. Athletic Brewing Run Wild
Athletic
Another popular pour from Athletic Brewing is Run Wild, an IPA-style drink with a blend of five Northwest hops offering an approachable bitterness. “I’m no longer much of an IPA drinker, but I find Run Wild to be an incredibly full-flavored non-alcoholic beer that, to me, almost drinks more like a heady pilsner,” Brian Callahan, the owner and beverage director at Boston’s Darling, says. “You could easily put it in front of me blind and I probably wouldn’t be able to guess it was NA.”
7. Heaps Normal Half Day Hazy
The Zero Proof
Heaps Normal, an Australian company that exclusively brews NA beer, is a favorite of Trevor Wolfe, the co-founder of The Zero Proof, an online non-alcoholic marketplace. “Right now, I’m really impressed by Heaps Normal’s Half Day Hazy,” he says. “It has this great tropical hop character that feels like a true craft IPA.”
We'll add that we think the can design is also super charming, which is always a bonus.
8. Visitor Beer Original Lager
The Zero Proof
Wolfe is also a fan of the original lager from Visitor Beer, which is crafted with traditional English and Citra hops. “Both capture what’s hardest to get right in non-alcoholic beer: real body, balanced flavor and a clean finish,” he says. “Visitor’s Lager is crisp, classic and easy to drink any day of the week. These two beers really show how far non-alcoholic brewing has come.”
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9. Threes Brewing Plot Twist
Threes Brewing
The New York City-based brewery Threes Brewing recently released hop water, a sparkling water infused with guava and Galaxy Hops. “Plot Twist fills a couple of gaps in our lineup that we're excited about. It's both non-alcoholic and gluten-free, which turns out to be harder to find than you'd think,” says head brewer Josh Penney. “Hop waters have gotten surprisingly good lately. They work well for people taking a break from drinking, or just as a palate cleanser between beers. Sometimes you want the flavor without all the commitment.”
10. Years Beer Classic Pale
Years
Years Beer is a Midwestern company making non-alcoholic beer in pale ale, pilsner and Belgian wit styles. The classic pale uses Cascade, Citra and Centennial hops to bring out bright citrus flavors over a crisp, balanced base. Doug Veliky, the author of the Beer Crunchers newsletter, says he was blown away by how authentic it tasted, calling it “the best non-alcoholic beer that I’ve personally had.”
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Tantai “Tan” Khantachavana, head bartender at BKK New YorkMeaghen Grace, a former New York City bartender and host of the YouTube channel The Wee PearlMehrnush Saadat, founder of Soberish, a non-alcoholic bottle shop in AtlantaJuliette Saputo, bar manager at Broken Shaker Miami and Ray's Hometown Bar MiamiAnne Becerra, a certified cicerone and beer educatorNate Capenos, head bartender at COTE Korean SteakhouseBrian Callahan, owner and beverage director at Boston’s DarlingTrevor Wolfe, co-founder of The Zero Proof, an online non-alcoholic marketplaceJosh Penny, head brewer at Threes BrewingDoug Veliky, author of the Beer Crunchers newsletter, partner at BrightBev and former executive at Revolution BrewingHence then, the article about 10 best non alcoholic beers you need to try was published today ( ) and is available on Parade ( Saudi Arabia ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
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