Review: Zero-alcohol beers that are still deliciously refreshing

Review: Zero-alcohol beers that are still deliciously refreshing
Here are four classy bevvies that won't leave you feeling sozzled. (Image: BusinessDesk)
Ashton Brown
Despite New Zealand being a leader in creativity and innovation when it comes to craft beers, our alcohol-free options have been sorely lacking. For years, the choice here was between drinking very average-tasting alcohol-free beers or sticking with the alcohol versions. This was in stark contrast to the situation I found in Manchester, England, in 2017, when I was surprised to find low- and no-alcohol beers that actually tasted like craft beer, not just watered-down lagers.Yes, in New Zealand we already had Heineken Zero, which was g...

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