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Does Non-Alcoholic Beer Actually Have Less Calories Than Alcohol?
Non-alcoholic beer is often perceived as a healthier alternative to regular beer due to its significantly lower alcohol content, but its calorie count can be surprisingly similar. While non-alcoholic beers generally contain fewer calories than their alcoholic counterparts, the presence of added sugars and carbohydrates to enhance flavour can sometimes offset this benefit, making the calorie difference less pronounced.
The Role of Sugar in Non-Alcoholic Beers
Non-alcoholic beers often contain added sugars to improve taste after the alcohol is removed, resulting in higher carbohydrate content compared to regular beers. The added sugars contribute to the overall calorie content, making non-alcoholic beers not entirely free from the caloric impact of sugars
Production Methods and Their Impact on Calories
The production methods of non-alcoholic beer significantly influence its calorie content. Traditional methods like boiling the finished product to evaporate alcohol or using filtration systems often result in a loss of flavour, leading brewers to add sugars to enhance taste, which increases calorie content. Modern techniques, such as fermentation prevention and limited fermentation, allow for better control over sugar levels and, consequently, calories. For example, using modified yeasts or reducing fermentable sugars in the wort can produce non-alcoholic beers with fewer calories. Thus, the choice of production technique plays a crucial role in determining the final calorie count of non-alcoholic beers.
Natural vs. Added Sugars
In non-alcoholic beers, sugars can be both naturally occurring and added during production. Natural sugars come from the grains used in brewing, such as barley, which are partially converted by yeast during fermentation. However, since non-alcoholic beers undergo limited fermentation, more residual sugars remain compared to regular beers. Additionally, brewers often add sugars like lactose and fructose to enhance flavour and mimic the taste profile of alcoholic beers. This combination of natural and added sugars contributes to the overall carbohydrate content, making non-alcoholic beers higher in sugar than their alcoholic counterparts. For instance, Erdinger Non-Alcoholic Weiss contains 3.6g of sugar per 100ml.
Best Overall Low-Sugar Non-Alcoholic Beer Option
IMPOSSIBREW stands out as the best overall option for those looking to reduce their alcohol intake due to several key factors. Its unique Social Blend™ aids relaxation, providing a satisfying experience without the need for alcohol. With only 27 calories per 440ml can, equivalent to 6 calories per 100ml, it is one of the lowest-calorie alcohol-free beers available. Additionally, it contains <0.1g sugar per 100ml, is 100% vegan, and has been awarded the UK's best-tasting alcohol-free beer by the World Beer Awards. IMPOSSIBREW also has a minimal alcohol content of 0.5% ABV, which is less than that found in a ripe banana or orange juice, making it a safe choice for those avoiding alcohol. Furthermore, they offer a gluten-free option with their lager, catering to a wider range of dietary needs.
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How does 'Social Blend™' work?
The Social Blend™ by IMPOSSIBREW® is designed to provide a relaxing and mood-enhancing experience without the negative effects of alcohol. It achieves this through a combination of nootropic herbs and active plant-based ingredients that work synergistically to promote relaxation and stress relief.
Key Components and Mechanisms
- L-Theanine:
- Ashwagandha Root:
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine):
- Various nootropic herbs:
Benefits
- Relaxation: The blend promotes a state of relaxation without the sedative effects typically associated with alcohol.
- Mental Calm: By boosting alpha brain waves and serotonin levels, it helps maintain a calm and focused mental state.
- Stress Relief: The combination of L-Theanine, Ashwagandha, and Vitamin B1 helps mitigate stress and anxiety.
- Mood Enhancement: The inclusion these ingredients and other botanicals supports mood regulation and overall positive outlook.
IMPOSSIBREW®'s Social Blend™ is a carefully crafted combination of nootropic and adaptogenic ingredients designed to offer a relaxing and mood-enhancing experience without the drawbacks of alcohol. It leverages the natural properties of its components to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance mood, making it a unique alternative to traditional alcoholic beverages.
How is 0.5% ABV alcohol-free?
Yes, we know it's confusing. Isn't 0.5% ABV still alcoholic? Officially, 0.5% ABV is classified as Dealcoholised.
- In fact, most things we consume daily have more than 0.5% ABV
- Burger Rolls - 1.2% ABV
- Orange Juice - 0.5% ABV
- Ripe Banana - 0.5% ABV
After more than 2 years of research, we've found that the 0.5% ABV from our natural brewing process significantly increases both flavour and mouthfeel - without spiking your blood alcohol level (BAC).
Is it really gluten-free?
Yes, IMPOSSIBREW® Enhanced Lager is gluten-free. Even though it contains wheat and barley, our beers have been third-party tested to contain less than 10 parts per million (PPM) of gluten, which meets the criteria to be listed as, and labeled gluten-free.
Does it have alcohol tax?
No. While it is true that our beers don't contain alcohol, and thus don't incur UK alcohol duty, we'd like to highlight some factors here that might be helpful in reflecting the value we provide.
- One-to-One Brewing Process: At IMPOSSIBREW, we take pride in our unique brewing techniques. Unlike other non-alcoholic beers, our products are never diluted, watered-down, or have their alcohol content removed - and some even dilute their alcoholic beers up to 5x. This means that our brewing process involves the same level of craftsmanship, time, and resources as a traditional craft beer, resulting in comparable production costs.
- Effective Nootropics: In our commitment to creating the most relaxing non-alcoholic beers, we utilise only the highest quality nootropics as our active ingredients, in safe and effectives dosages. At current alcohol tax rates for a 5% ABV beer, the cost of our nootropics more than double that. Instead of contributing the amounts as tax, why not have it contribute to the product quality itself?
- Small Scale Brewing: Currently, we operate on a smaller scale, which makes us less competitive than large, commercial brewers (often +10,000x our brewing size). As a growing business, we are passionate about our mission to create unique, high-quality non-alcoholic experiences, and we truly appreciate your support. As we continue to grow and expand our production capabilities, we look forward to passing on even more savings to our valued community!
At IMPOSSIBREW, we prioritise offering our customers an enhanced, premium, non-alcoholic beer experience by combining innovative brewing techniques, quality active nootropic ingredients, and award-winning taste. While our pricing may differ from other non-alcoholic competitors, we believe that the value proposition and unique experience our beers provide are well worth it.
At the end of the day, tasting is believing. So give it a try and let us know what you think - risk-free with our IMPOSSIBREW® Guarantee.
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