Lucky Saint Review 2026 — Taste, Ingredients & Honest Verdict

Lucky Saint Unfiltered Lager is one of the UK's most widely available alcohol-free beers. Brewed in Germany and the UK with four traditional ingredients, it sits in the "tastes like real beer" end of the AF market. This review covers the ingredients, taste, nutrition, real customer reviews from Trustpilot, and an honest assessment of where it excels and where it falls short.

Quick Facts

	Lucky Saint
Brand	Lucky Saint
Product Reviewed	Unfiltered Lager
ABV	0.5%
Calories	53 per 330ml (16 per 100ml)
Sugar	0.1g per 100ml
Gluten Free	✗ (contains barley malt)
Vegan	✓
Price (approx)	£1.59–£1.83 per 330ml can in direct multipacks (checked 31 July 2026)
Available	Sainsbury's, Tesco, Waitrose, Ocado, luckysaint.co
Trustpilot	4.5/5 from 3,247 reviews (checked 31 July 2026)

What Is Lucky Saint?

Lucky Saint is one of the UK's more prominent alcohol-free beer brands. Founded by Luke Boase, it launched in 2018 with a single product: an unfiltered lager brewed to a Bavarian-style recipe. The brand positions itself around the idea that the best part of drinking is the social connection, not the alcohol.

The brand has secured listings in major UK supermarkets, pub chains, and restaurants, and opened its own pub in London in 2023. It has received notable media coverage and become a recognisable name in the UK's growing alcohol-free market.

Their approach is traditional brewing. Unlike brands that add functional ingredients or target specific health outcomes, Lucky Saint focuses on making an alcohol-free beer that tastes close to a regular lager.

Ingredients & Brewing Process

Lucky Saint Unfiltered Lager is brewed with four core ingredients:

Pilsner Malt - provides the malty backbone
Hallertau Hops - a classic German hop variety known for its mild, floral character
Spring Water - sourced for brewing quality
Lager Yeast - standard bottom-fermenting yeast

The beer is brewed as a full-strength lager first, then dealcoholised to reach 0.5% ABV. It is unfiltered, which gives it its slight haze and a fuller mouthfeel than many filtered alcohol-free lagers.

There are no functional additives, no nootropics, no adaptogens, and no added vitamins. Lucky Saint is a straightforward beer, just without the alcohol.

Lucky Saint's current FAQ says its beer is brewed in Germany and the United Kingdom. This corrects the previous version of this review, which treated the brewing origin as unclear.

Taste & Drinking Experience

Lucky Saint's unfiltered lager is a competent alcohol-free beer. The slight haze gives it a visual identity that feels more "real beer" than the crystal-clear alternatives.

What we noticed:

Clean, malty flavour with a subtle sweetness
Gentle floral and citrus notes from the Hallertau hops
Fuller mouthfeel than most AF lagers - the unfiltered approach helps here
Light, refreshing finish
No strong off-flavours or wort-like taste

Lucky Saint won the Which? 2025 blind taste test and scored well with Good Housekeeping Institute. The Independent named it the best overall alcohol-free beer in their roundup. These are credible endorsements.

That said, taste is subjective. Some customers on Trustpilot describe it as "not bad for alcohol free beer" while others rate it below Guinness 0.0 or Clear Head. It is a decent AF lager, not a revelation.

Nutrition Breakdown

Per 100ml	Lucky Saint Unfiltered Lager
Calories	16 kcal
Sugar	0.1g
Carbohydrates	3.5g
Protein	0.3g
Fat	0g
ABV	0.5%

At 53 calories per 330ml bottle, Lucky Saint sits in the standard range for alcohol-free lagers.

What Customers Say

Lucky Saint had 3,247 reviews on Trustpilot with a 4.5/5 TrustScore when checked on 31 July 2026. Here is a cross-section from the review set:

Positive

"I decided to quit drinking in January and I love Lucky Saint as the placebo effect is exactly what I like."
- Trustpilot, verified

"I've been looking for a non alcoholic beer for years that tastes great and refreshing too. Lucky Saint is top of my list."
- Trustpilot, verified

Mixed

"Not bad for alcohol free beer, not as good as Clear Head or Guinness Zero."
- Trustpilot, 3 stars, January 2026

"Great beer and brand just let down by poor delivery. First order didn't even turn up via Evri, spoke to Robin after a week and he resent via DHL - turned up so got order 10 days after I placed it."
- Trustpilot, 3 stars, January 2026

"Very nice lager. Also enjoyed the lemon lager but not so much the IPA."
- Trustpilot, 4 stars

Negative

"Good beer but all the time Lucky Saint use Evri as their courier, there will be problems. My Christmas order did not arrive, and this is not the first time."
- Trustpilot, 1 star

"Packaging wasn't up to withstanding modern sorting and transportation. Most tins are dented at the bottom."
- Trustpilot, 3 stars, January 2026

In the January 2026 review sample quoted above, several mixed and negative comments concerned delivery or packaging rather than the beer. The overall Trustpilot score remained strong when rechecked in July 2026, so those comments should be read as individual experiences, not a claim about every current order.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Widely available in supermarkets, pubs, and restaurants - easy to find
Unfiltered brewing gives a fuller mouthfeel than most AF lagers
Clean ingredient list - four traditional brewing ingredients
Vegan friendly
Has won taste awards from Which? and Good Housekeeping

Cons

Not gluten free (contains Pilsner Malt)
No added functional ingredients - this is a traditional lager rather than a functional wind-down product
0.5% ABV, not 0.0% - not suitable if you need strictly zero alcohol
Premium price point for what is a fairly standard lager
Some January 2026 Trustpilot reviews mentioned delivery or packaging problems
Contains gluten, so it is not suitable for people who need a gluten-free beer

Who Is Lucky Saint Best For?

Lucky Saint suits people who want a recognisable, widely available alcohol-free lager:

Pub and restaurant settings - widely stocked, comes in a bottle, pours well
Supermarket shoppers who want an AF option without ordering online
Social drinkers who want something that looks like a "real beer" in their hand
Dry January or temporary breaks - a straightforward swap

How Does Lucky Saint Compare?

Lucky Saint sits in the "traditional taste" end of the alcohol-free beer market. It aims to taste like beer, and broadly achieves that.

Other brands take different approaches:

Heineken 0.0 is cheaper, available everywhere, and truly 0.0% ABV - but thinner and less characterful.
Days Brewing offers true 0.0% ABV with a Scottish craft identity and B-Corp certification. Reviews on taste are more polarised than Lucky Saint's.
IMPOSSIBREW takes a fundamentally different approach. Rather than just removing alcohol, IMPOSSIBREW Enhanced Lager contains 375mg of the Social Blend - L-Theanine, Ashwagandha, Vitamin B1, and Magnesium - designed to promote relaxation. In IMPOSSIBREW's published research with more than 1,000 participants, over 70% said they felt relaxed after drinking. If you want an alcohol-free beer that also replicates the relaxation feeling of a drink, that is what IMPOSSIBREW is built for. → See our full IMPOSSIBREW vs Lucky Saint comparison

The choice depends on what you are after. If you want a familiar-tasting lager without alcohol, Lucky Saint is a reasonable option. If you want the feeling of having had a drink - the calm, the wind-down - that is a different category entirely.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucky Saint completely alcohol free?

Lucky Saint Unfiltered Lager is 0.5% ABV, which is classified as alcohol-free under UK regulations. It is not 0.0% ABV. If you need strictly zero alcohol, look for products explicitly labelled 0.0%.

How many calories are in Lucky Saint?

Lucky Saint Unfiltered Lager contains 53 calories per 330ml bottle (16 kcal per 100ml).

Is Lucky Saint gluten free?

No. Lucky Saint is brewed with Pilsner Malt and contains gluten. It is not suitable for people with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance.

Where can I buy Lucky Saint?

Lucky Saint is sold online at luckysaint.co and is widely listed across UK supermarkets, pubs and restaurants. Retailer availability changes, so check the brand's current stockist information before travelling.

What does Lucky Saint taste like?

Lucky Saint has a clean, malty flavour with gentle floral and citrus notes. The unfiltered brewing gives it a slight haze and a fuller mouthfeel than most AF lagers. Opinions vary - some reviewers consider it the best AF lager available, others rate it behind Guinness 0.0.

How does Lucky Saint compare to IMPOSSIBREW?

Both are alcohol-free beers, but they serve different purposes. Lucky Saint is a traditional-style lager focused on taste. IMPOSSIBREW Enhanced Lager contains 375mg of functional ingredients (L-Theanine, Ashwagandha, Vitamin B1, Magnesium) designed to promote relaxation - the choice if you want the calming feeling of a drink, not just the taste. Read the full comparison →

Verdict

Lucky Saint is a competent alcohol-free lager with good availability and a clean ingredient list. It has won credible taste awards and is easy to find in shops and pubs. For many people, that is enough.

Where it falls short: it does not offer anything beyond the beer itself. No functional ingredients, no relaxation benefits, no attempt to replace the experience of having a drink. And for a premium-priced product, the recurring delivery issues documented on Trustpilot are worth knowing about before you order online.

If you are looking for a decent-tasting AF lager you can pick up at the supermarket, Lucky Saint does the job. If you are looking for more than that, you will need to look elsewhere.

Want more from your alcohol-free beer?

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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)

Key Benefits

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:

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88% have reduced alcohol consumption since discovering IMPOSSIBREW®.
95% have told a friend about IMPOSSIBREW® after trying.
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Featured on BBC's Dragons' Den
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Received multiple industry Gold awards in categories against Full-ABV beers
Most followed No/Low Alcohol brand on TikTok globally.

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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.
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How does 'Social Blend™' work?

Social Blend™ is our proprietary alcohol alternative made from a blend of science-backed ingredients.

Designed to replicate the sensory and social relaxing experience of drinking, minus the headaches (and bad decisions).

Developed with Dr Paul Chazot, Bioscience Professor and Chair of Pharmacology at Durham University.

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.

(Read our latest research paper here)

Do you ship overseas?

We ship to the UK Mainland for free when you spend over £35

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 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.

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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, immunosuppressants 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.

What is your philosophy?

For thousands of years, we had only one way to unwind together. One way to let our guards down. One way to bridge the gap between who we are and who we are with others.

Not because it was perfect. But because it was all we had.

We decided that wasn't good enough.

We exist because we believe in a world where social connection doesn't demand compromise.

Where being present with others doesn't mean being absent from yourself. Where letting go doesn't mean losing control.This isn't about removing alcohol. This is about something better.

Our Social Blend™ technology isn't an accident. It's the result of questioning everything we thought we knew about social drinking. About working with scientists to understand what we're really seeking in these moments of connection. About daring to imagine something that wasn't possible before.

We believe the greatest innovations don't just solve problems - they change how we live. They make us question why we ever settled for less.

That's what we're building. Not just a drink, but a new way forward. A future where social connection comes without compromise. Where tradition meets innovation. Where science meets ritual.

This is the future of social drinking.

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