15 of the best non alcoholic beers in Australia

Discover the best non alcoholic beer in Australia. From fruity sours to hazy beers, IPAs and more. All booze free!

Person enjoying a cold beverage outdoors on a sunny day, sitting on a bench with a view of shaded pavement and brick walkway. — Source: Sash Gabriel (Dupe)

Non-alcoholic beer has come a long way from the watery, flavourless options of yesteryear. This is thanks to the alcohol-free movement that has exploded in popularity in recent years, with more Australians choosing to cut back on drinking or skip it altogether.

Breweries from all over the country have responded in kind, and these days, Australian craft brewers and international brands are producing alcohol free beers that actually taste like beer. With proper hop flavour, depth and the kind of refreshing bitterness you want from a cold one, non-alcoholic beer is a tasty option all on its own.

Whether you're after a classic lager, a hoppy pale ale or something a bit more adventurous, there's a tasty non-alcoholic option out there. Read on for 15 of the best available in Australia right now.

Best Non-Alcoholic Beer Australia

1. Heaps Normal Another Lager

A 375ml can of Heaps Normal Cold Beer with a blue and orange label, featuring a cartoon brain character and the slogan "Too good to be wasted".

There's a good chance you've seen this non-alcoholic beer around. Founded and brewed in Melbourne, Heaps Normal has become one of the most popular alcohol-free craft beers around. And for good reason! This lager offers bright, easy drinking with a refreshingly bitter edge. It's also not sweet at all, making it easy to enjoy one or several cans as the occasion calls.

2. Guinness 0.0 Alcohol Free Stout

It's no secret that enthusiastic Guinness drinkers can be rather picky about their favourite Irish stout - everything from how it's poured to how big the first gulp of a fresh pint should be. This 0-alcohol stout comes across slightly lighter in body and less creamy than the original stout, but carries the same notes of roasted grain and bitter coffee with background hits of chocolate. Delicious!

3. Coopers Zero

A 375ml Coopers Brewery Zero can with water droplets, highlighting its Australian origin and no preservatives, perfect for health-conscious consumers.

If you're a fan of traditional, bottle-brewed ale, this is the 0-alc beer for you. Coopers Zero is one of the newest products from Australia's largest family-owned, independent brewery. Like many of the favourites in the Coopers range, this non-alcoholic ale is bright and hoppy, with a good hit of refreshing bitterness and a crisp finish. It's the kind of beer you want to enjoy on a lazy, sunny afternoon.

4. Molly Rose Citra Citra

Close-up of Citra Citra Citrus IPA beer can from Molly Rose Brewing Co. featuring a yellow and white design with bold text.

Non-alcoholic IPAs have popped up like dandelions over the last few years. But unlike others in the market, this number from Melbourne's Molly Rose Brewing swaps the hop-forward flavour for refreshing citrus. Brewed with citra hops and fresh oranges, this citrus IPA is subtly zesty from first sip, with a light, but still substantial mouthfeel.

5. James Squire Zero

James Squire Zero alcohol free beer in a glass bottle.

This non-alcoholic lager by one of Australia's most celebrated craft beer brewers is a great option for alcohol-free revelry. James Squire Zero is a lighter style of lager with a clean, crisp flavour and subtle hoppy overtones. - some wrap up here

6. Bach Brewing All Day Non alcoholic IPA

Canned All Day Non-Alcoholic IPA featuring a vibrant surfing scene with a green zombie surfer on a surfboard, set against a beach background.

This New Zealand-made IPA is an excellent option for lovers of lighter IPAs. It's naturally brewed rather than alcohol-filtered, giving this IPA a full-bodied flavour and mouthfeel. It's also made using a variety of hops which give bright citrus tones and a tropical fruit vibe. As the name suggests, this is an all-day session beer you won't get sick of after one can.

7. Brewdog Nanny State

Brewdog Nanny State alcohol-free hoppy beer can with green and white design, 330ml, 0.5% ABV, ideal for beer lovers seeking a non-alcoholic option.

For lovers of bold, intense beers, this ruby red-coloured 'hoppy ale' by Brewdog is the non-alcoholic choice for you. The blend of hops used in this ale lend it a bitterness and full mouthfeel that is rare to come by in the 0-alcohol market. It also features earthy undertones of pine light afternotes of chocolate and coffee.

8. Heaps Normal Quiet XPA

Heaps Normal Quiet XPA non-alcoholic beer can with a white background and colorful text, promoting a refreshing, alcohol-free beverage.

Another entry from the company that brought non-alcoholic beer to the craft scene, this classic XPA earns its place in just about every bar that serves a sensible option to its patrons. It's packed with well-balanced hoppy flavours, along with bright fruity flavours that make it taste very much like a classic XPA.

9. Peroni Nastro Azzuro 0.0%

Green glass Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% beer bottle with label, isolated on white background, showcasing Italian origin and alcohol-free status.

This alcohol-free beer is widely considered a close second to the classic Italian lager of the same name. It's bright and light with a hint of salt and a very mild grassy flavour. While it carries a slight sweetness, it's subtle and balanced enough that this 0-alc lager can be enjoyed in abundance.

10. Bridge Road Brewers Free Time Pale Ale

Close-up of Bridge Road Brewers Free Time beer can with icy design and blue text, showcasing a 355ml can with less than 0.5% ABV, ideal for alcohol-free beer lovers.

An alcohol-free first from the famous high-country Victoria brewpub, this craft pale ale is a strong choice for ale drinkers of all stripes. It's lush and hop-driven on the nose, with a subtle bitterness on the palate that makes for an easy, clean finish. This non-alcoholic ale also has a full-bodied feel, even compared to traditional beer, making it feel like the genuine article.

11. Hawkers Beer Non-Alc Pale Ale

Hawkers Pale Ale beer can with non-alkaline label, Melbourne-brewed, 375ml, less than 0.5% ABV, featuring a minimalist design with a black star and bold text.

This Melbourne-brewed 0-alcohol pale ale is a great choice for a day session. The flavour is balanced between hoppy bitterness and bright, fruit-forward tones like passionfruit, grapefruit and orange. Thanks to the blend of hops used, it also has a nice, full-bodied texture along with the tropical fruit flavour profile.

12. Bentspoke Brewing Co. FreeWheeler IPA

Close-up of Bent Spoke Freewheeler non-alcoholic IPA can with modern design and brewing details, brewed in Canberra.

This Canberra-based brewery has been a respected name in Australian craft brewing for more than a decade, and its experience shows in this non-alc IPA. The FreeWheeler tastes and feels like a lighter style IPA, with a blend of rich malt and citrus, along with a touch of bitter hops presence.

13. 4 Pines Ultra Low

This Northern Beaches 0-alcohol beer features subtle fruity hop flavours and a tart finish that doesn't venture into sweet territory. Like many non-alcoholic beers, it's a little on the lighter side. If you're after a light and refreshing beer, this will do the trick.

14. Hop Nation Proud as Punch Mango Sour

Hop Nation Proud as Punch Mango Sour can featuring a mango illustration and vibrant colors, highlighting its alcohol-free mango sour flavor and 355ml size.

A mango sour from Melbourne's Hop Nation that's big on fruity flavours. The Proud as Punch sour is bold and bright on the fruit, with a nicely balanced acidity on the finish. It's also light and crisp rather than sweet, and comes across more as a naturally-fermented fruit seltzer than a traditional beer or sour.

15. Heineken 0.0

Heineken 0 is a highly-rated, no-fuss alternative to the hugely popular Dutch pale lager.

It tastes similar to classic Heineken with fruity notes and soft malt body, but comes across a little richer and more malty. The finish is crisp and clean, making it an easy choice for an option that will suit most tastes.

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