Largest Brewing Companies Expanding Nonalcoholic Offerings

The world’s biggest brewing companies are expanding their line of nonalcoholic products. The Wall Street Journal reports the companies are responding to stricter alcohol regulations and a desire by consumers for healthier beverages.

One company, Anheuser-Busch InBev, said at least one-fifth of its beer volume worldwide will be no or low alcohol by the end of 2025, up from 6 percent this year. Another company, Carlsberg, said it plans to at least double craft and nonalcoholic beer volumes from 6 percent to 12 percent by 2022.

Nonalcoholic beer is popular in Muslim-majority countries such as Iran and Indonesia. It is commonly consumed with tapas in Spain, and is a popular choice in Germany after sports activities.