Beer Sessions Radio (TM) No Alcohol, No Problem!
Oct 28, 2025
J.W. Wiseman, Founder of Curious Elixirs, shares his journey creating flavor-packed non-alcoholic cocktails. Lars Dahlhaus, a veteran in the beer industry, discusses crafting premium non-alcoholic beers with real depth, while Brewmaster Alex Simburg reveals his innovative brewing techniques using specialty yeasts. The trio examines the motivations behind non-alcoholic beverages, the incorporation of healthful ingredients, and how to make these drinks appealing to both casual and dedicated drinkers. They highlight the growing retail landscape and the future potential of non-alcoholic offerings.
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Why Germany Leads In Non-Alcoholic Beer
- Germany's NA-beer rise came from legal necessity, forcing breweries to innovate and produce many alcohol-free options.
- That structure created variety and kept local breweries relevant rather than a single dominant brand.
Accident Sparked A New Brewing Mission
- Alex described a life-changing accident that made him rethink alcohol and pursue great non-alcoholic beer.
- He spent five years iterating to make NA beer you can drink every day.
Curious Zero: Functional Low-Cal Lager
- J.W. described Curious Zero as a 25-calorie craft lager infused with lion's mane and maca for brain and libido support.
- He emphasized barley and roasted-malt character to create a substantial low-calorie mouthfeel.