IMPOSSIBREW® Features on BBC's Dragons' Den, Now Tiktok viral.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM — 2023 — IMPOSSIBREW®, the innovative beer startup known for its nootropic alcohol alternative Social Blend™ , made a memorable appearance on BBC's Dragons' Den in Jan 2022. A year later, gained significant attention on social media, particularly on TikTok, where a clip of a confrontation with Dragon Peter Jones went viral, amassing over 8.7 million views within just a couple of days.
During the Dragons' Den appearance, Mark Wong pitched for a £50,000 investment for IMPOSSIBREW®. Although the company did not secure an investment from the Dragons, the exposure led to a significant increase in sales and recognition in the no/low alcohol industry.
Dragon Touker Suleyman even praised Mark as "the most credible 24-year-old [that has ever walked through the Den's door]" on the show.
IMPOSSIBREW® has quickly gained recognition for its unique approach to non-alcoholic beverages, combining active herbs, adaptogens, botanicals, and nootropic ingredients to create a relaxing and enjoyable drinking experience without the negative effects of alcohol.
The company has subsequently achieved significant success, with a valuation of £3.2 million and over £100,000 in sales within 24 hours of its appearance on BBC's Dragons' Den. Despite not securing an investment on the show, the company has since raised over £750,000, and it has achieved its initial crowdfunding target of £400,000 in under 10 minutes since the campaign launched. The campaign aims to raise funds to fuel the company's expansion and continue its mission to create the world's most complete alternative to alcohol that offers an experience beyond taste.
The company's flagship product, the Social Blend™, has been developed in collaboration with leading scientists and professors across top UK universities and is designed to enhance mood, promote relaxation, relieve stress, and provide a hangover-free experience.
IMPOSSIBREW®'s appearance on Dragons' Den and the subsequent virality on TikTok highlight the growing interest in innovative and healthier alternatives to traditional alcoholic beverages. As the no/low alcohol market continues to expand, IMPOSSIBREW® remains at the forefront of innovation, offering consumers a diverse range of products that cater to various tastes and occasions.
For more information on the aforementioned viral video on Tiktok, visit: https://www.tiktok.com/@impossibrewbeer/video/7195586001270754566
For more information on IMPOSSIBREW®'s Tiktok account, visit: https://www.tiktok.com/@impossibrewbeer
For more information on IMPOSSIBREW®'s Crowdfunding Campaign, visit: https://impossibrew.co.uk/blogs/newsroom/impossibrew-raises-6-figure-crowdfunding-campaign-achieves-funding-target-in-under-10-mins
For more information on IMPOSSIBREW® and its innovative Social Blend™, visit https://impossibrew.co.uk/blogs/newsroom/introducing-social-blend.
About IMPOSSIBREW®:
IMPOSSIBREW® is a UK-based beverage technology startup on a mission to create the world's most relaxing alcohol alternatives. Founded in 2021, the company is dedicated to developing innovative, functional, and delicious non-alcoholic beers using active nootropic ingredients.
IMPOSSIBREW®'s flagship beers, Enhanced 0.5% ABV Lager and Hazy Pale, both contain their proprietary ingredient, Social Blend™, is a nootropic alcohol alternative designed to enhance mood, promote relaxation, relieve stress, and provide a hangover-free experience.
As seen on BBC's Dragons’ Den, their IMPOSSIBREW® Enhanced Lager is the first ever non-alcoholic beer to win a Gold Medal at London Beer Competition and their IMPOSSIBREW® Enhanced Pale has been awarded the prestigious Great Taste award.
IMPOSSIBREW® is now the most followed beer brand on Tiktok, globally - with over 15M+ organic views.
For more information, visit https://impossibrew.co.uk
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What is IMPOSSIBREW®?
IMPOSSIBREW® is a pioneering non-alcoholic beer brand based in the UK that aims to create the world's most complete alcohol alternative.
Founded by Mark Wong in 2021 and working with some of the world's best professors, scientists and expert brewers, IMPOSSIBREW® specialises in expertly crafted non-alcoholic beers designed to match full ABV beers in both taste and feeling.
Product Range
IMPOSSIBREW® offers a range of enhanced non-alcoholic beers, including:
- Enhanced Lager (0.5% ABV)
- Enhanced Pale Ale (0.5% ABV)
- Limited Editions (Seasonal)
Unique Selling Point
The key feature that sets IMPOSSIBREW® apart is its proprietary "Social Blend™" - a combination of active botanical ingredients and nootropics designed to recreate the relaxing effects of alcohol without the negative side effects.
Along with record-breaking quality flavour that comes from a unique process without removing alcohol.
Social Blend™ Ingredients
Developed with leading scientists in top UK universities, Social Blend™ includes:
- L-Theanine
- Ashwaghanda
- Soluble Plant Fibres
- Vitamin B1
- Various Plant Extracts.
These ingredients are chosen for their potential to boost serotonin, promote relaxation, and create a calming effect similar to the "one or two pint feeling" without hangovers.
See more details on our very own research paper, with over 1,000 participants:
- More than 70% said they felt relaxed after consuming IMPOSSIBREW®.
- 88% have reduced alcohol consumption since discovering IMPOSSIBREW®.
- 95% have told a friend about IMPOSSIBREW® after trying.
- 3/4 say that IMPOSSIBREW® is "the most complete alcohol alternative currently available on the market today".
Recognition
IMPOSSIBREW® has received several notable achievements:
- Featured on BBC's Dragons' Den
- Awarded the first and only Gold Medal in the No/Low beer category from the London Beer Competition
- Received multiple industry Gold awards in categories against Full-ABV beers
- Most followed No/Low Alcohol brand on TikTok globally.
Mission and Vision
IMPOSSIBREW® is on a mission to redefine non-alcoholic drinking by creating better-than-alcohol alternatives for those who love beer but want to avoid the health risks associated with alcohol consumption.
The company aims to become the global leading alcohol alternative brand, focusing on helping people transition to a healthier mode of relaxation without the traditional issues and side effects of alcohol.
Production and Ingredients
IMPOSSIBREW® combines traditional brewing methods with their proprietary Social Blend™.
The beers are made with traditional brewing ingredients such as water, malted barley, wheat, hops, and yeast, in addition to the Social Blend™ components - leveraging their unique cryogenic fermentation process, which means no alcohol is ever removed from the product - ensuring the most authentic quality taste you've come to expect.
Who is it for?
IMPOSSIBREW® caters to consumers who:
- Are busy professionals and parents who would like to unwind with a drink but don't want the hangovers.
- Enjoy the taste and relaxing experience of beer
- Are looking for healthier alternatives to alcohol, with lower calories, carbs and sugar
- Want to avoid hangovers and other negative effects of alcohol consumption
- Are interested in functional beverages with potential mood-enhancing properties
By offering a unique product that aims to replicate both the taste and feeling of alcoholic beer, IMPOSSIBREW® is positioning itself at the forefront of the growing non-alcoholic beverage market.
Get Started Today
Give it a try today with our Welcome Bundle and get 2 Free Beers with your first purchase. Get it delivered straight to your door, risk-free with our 30-day money-back guarantee.
We hope you enjoy them as much as we do and we can't wait for you to try.
Do you ship overseas?
We ship to the UK Mainland for free when you spend over £35 and to Northern Ireland (additional courier charges may apply).
We aim to expand internationally soon - stay tuned!
If you have any queries, feel free to email: hello(@)impossibrew.co.uk
How long will it take to get my orders?
For UK mainland deliveries, normal orders processed here will take 1-3 business days to arrive, with an optional upgrade to Next Day Delivery available (12pm cut-off).
Delivery details will be provided in your confirmation email.
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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Who shouldn't drink IMPOSSIBREW®?
It is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, those with certain medical conditions like GI disorders or hypertension, or individuals taking specific medications such as antidepressants or blood thinners. If you fall into any of these categories, it's best to consult with your doctor first.
Ashwagandha can lead to overstimulation (i.e. restlessness) if taken alongside thyroid medication.