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Craft non-alcoholic beer: why it’s better than industrial
Craft non-alcoholic beer has become an increasingly popular choice for those who want to enjoy the taste of beer without the effects of alcohol. But there is a huge difference between industrial versions (Clausthaler, Moretti, Beck's) and craft productions.
Industrial vs Craft: the differences that matter
Ingredients
Industrial non-alcoholic beers often use artificial flavors and additives to compensate for the loss of complexity during dealcoholization. Craft beers start from quality ingredients — selected malts, fresh hops, specific yeasts — and use techniques that preserve natural aromas.
Production process
Large industrial producers dealcoholize with heat, a process that destroys many aromas. Craft breweries use gentler techniques like cold dealcoholization or interrupted fermentation, which preserve the original aromatic profile.
Variety of styles
The industry produces almost exclusively non-alcoholic lagers. The craft world offers non-alcoholic IPA, Stout, Weizen, NEIPA, Saison — each style with its own complexity and personality.
How to choose the right craft non-alcoholic beer
- Read the ingredients — look for labels that declare natural ingredients, without artificial flavors.
- Check the production method — cold dealcoholization or interrupted fermentation are the best methods.
- Choose the style you love — if you love alcoholic IPAs, try a craft non-alcoholic IPA. The quality leap compared to industrial lagers is huge.
- Consider the calories — craft non-alcoholic beers range between 15 and 70 kcal per 100 ml.
The best craft non-alcoholic beers on Maltese
- Alcohol is Dead NEIPA - Birra Amiata — Tuscan non-alcoholic NEIPA with an explosive aroma and tropical fruity notes. Proof that craft non-alcoholic beers can be extraordinary.
- Brewmaster Non Alcoholic Lager - Dundalk Bay — high-quality Irish non-alcoholic lager, satisfying and clean.
- No Alcohol Box - 12 beers — the ideal box to compare different craft non-alcoholic styles and find your favorite.
Pairings and serving
Serve craft non-alcoholic beers fresh (4–8°C for lagers, 8–10°C for ales) in appropriate glasses to enhance their aromas. Ideal pairings: salads, grilled fish, fresh cheeses, light appetizers. Non-alcoholic IPAs pair surprisingly well with spicy dishes and aged cheeses.
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