Independent brewer launches non-alcoholic craft beer

CbCo Brewing has launched CBCo Zero, a 0.0% ABV beer. The first in the CBCo Zero range is Tropical Sour, available exclusively at CBCo Brewing’s Port Melbourne brewery from 14 February.

The range has been developed for occasions where 0.0% alcohol is a better fit, such as for those wanting to regulate alcohol consumption or avoid the effects of drinking.

Lawrence Dowd, CBCo Brewing Managing Director, said the launch is a significant milestone for the independent craft brewer.

“We have deliberately taken our time to perfect the process and master the technology to ensure there is no compromise to the quality or flavour of our beer during the dealcoholisation process,” Dowd said.

Ashley Hazell, the Head Brewer, has been leading the dealcoholisation process to ensure the taste and quality of the beer remains consistent.

“The process works by passing finished beer through a vacuum chamber full of low-temperature steam, to evaporate the alcohol with minimal impact on beer flavour. It’s real beer, but with the alcohol removed,” Hazell said. “The team and I have been continually brewing small batch beers with dealcoholisation in mind, and look forward to releasing a range of 0.0% ABV beers on tap and in pack throughout 2023.”

For more information: https://cbco.beer/.

Image caption: CBCo Head Brewer Ashley Hazell toasts launch of CBCo Zero. Image: Supplied