IMPOSSIBREW vs Big Drop | Which Alcohol-Free Beer Is Better?

IMPOSSIBREW and Big Drop represent different strategies in alcohol-free beer. IMPOSSIBREW focuses on one product done differently - Enhanced Lager with 375mg of functional ingredients for relaxation. Big Drop offers the widest style range of any UK AF brewery - stouts, sours, lagers, IPAs. One prioritises the feeling. The other prioritises variety.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| IMPOSSIBREW | Big Drop Brewing | |
|---|---|---|
| ABV | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Calories (per 100ml) | 15 kcal | 4-31 kcal (varies) |
| Sugar (per 100ml) | Less than 1g | Varies |
| Nootropics / Adaptogens | ✓ 375mg Social Blend | ✗ None |
| L-Theanine | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ashwagandha | ✓ | ✗ |
| Vitamin B1 | ✓ | ✗ |
| Magnesium | ✓ | ✗ |
| Gluten Free | ✓ | Some products |
| Vegan | ✓ | Not all (some contain lactose) |
| Relaxation Effect | 84% report feeling relaxed | No functional benefits |
| Price (per can) | ~£2.50 / 440ml | ~£2.25 / 330ml |
Key Differences
Functional Ingredients
IMPOSSIBREW contains 375mg of the Social Blend. Big Drop contains no functional ingredients across any of its products. The range is wider, but every product is a beer with the alcohol reduced - nothing added.
Taste and Style
Big Drop offers stouts, sours, lagers, and IPAs. IMPOSSIBREW focuses on Enhanced Lager with citrus, honey, and hop notes. If you want to explore different AF beer styles, Big Drop has range. If you want one product that delivers both taste and relaxation, IMPOSSIBREW is more focused.
The Relaxation Factor
84% of IMPOSSIBREW customers report feeling relaxed. None of Big Drop's products contain functional ingredients or target relaxation. The variety is appealing, but variety alone does not replace the feeling of having a real drink.
Dietary Considerations
IMPOSSIBREW is gluten-free and vegan. Big Drop varies by product - some are gluten-reduced, some contain lactose (not vegan). Check individual labels carefully.
What Customers Say
IMPOSSIBREW Customers
"I drink AF beer to relax, not just to have a beer. IMPOSSIBREW gets that."
- IMPOSSIBREW customer
"The Social Blend formula is what separates this from everything else."
- IMPOSSIBREW customer
Big Drop Customers
"The lager is fine but unremarkable. The stout is where they shine."
- Consumer review
"Some limited editions are great, others feel like experiments that did not quite land."
- Beer forum
Frequently Asked Questions
Is IMPOSSIBREW or Big Drop better?
Does Big Drop have any functional ingredients?
Is Big Drop vegan?
Is Big Drop gluten free?
Which is better for relaxation?
→ See our full Big Drop Review 2026
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IMPOSSIBREW Enhanced Lager - the alcohol-free beer with 375mg of functional ingredients designed to help you relax.
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