Go low, but go strong in flavour

Last month, millions of people embarked on Dry January, abstaining from alcohol for the first 31 days of the year for a fresh start – and perhaps with the intention of drinking more moderately going forward. Whether this was a mission of yours or not, there might be occasions when you want to enjoy a beer, just without the booze. The good news is, you don’t need to compromise on flavour. Here are some tips on tasty beer styles that work well with low or no alcohol.

It might sound like a contradiction, as these beers are usually between six and seven per cent in strength, but the amped-up style called India Pale Ale can be an interesting option when the alcohol has been stripped out. Heaps of hops bring bitterness but also refreshing notes of citrus fruit and pine, and often tropical fruit such as pineapple, passionfruit and mango. Be brave, try an IPA without alcohol and you might be pleasantly surprised.