The ‘innovative, first-of-its-kind, non-alcoholic beer’ contains a 30% daily value of vitamin D (as per Canadian guidelines) to link in with the brand’s outdoor ethos, coming in at 60 calories per 330ml serving. The Sunbrew is made by extracting alcohol from Corona Extra and then blending the non-alcoholic beer with vitamin D and natural flavors. To help support the launch of Corona Sunbrew 0.0%, Corona will unveil a new creative campaign capturing the enjoyment of “Sunshine, Anytime”: filmed on a pristine beach in Costa Rica to capture outdoor living and the energy of the sun.

Unlike some other low-alcohol beers, Brooklyn Special Effects was full of authentic, hoppy flavour and malty sweetness (minus anything artificial). Our panel – made up of 10 WSET-accredited experts and consumers — tasted 25 no-and low-alcohol beers from the leading breweries and supermarkets, in search of those that offered all the authentic, hoppy flavour and refreshment of a traditional beer, minus the alcohol. Each was served chilled and blind to avoid brand bias. The Glow Up line provides consumers with ‘delicious, refreshing kombucha but also amplified benefits to support hair, skin and nail health; immunity; and digestion; for a gut-first wellness approach’.An ideal option for baristas and foodservice operators that want to create top quality, seasonal beverages, 1883 Pumpkin Spice, Gingerbread and Cinnamon syrups can be used to transform standard beverages into a seasonal, limited-edition options,”​ says the company. UK food and drink manufacturer Aimia Foods has expanded its range of 1883 syrups with three new additions: Pumpkin Spice, Gingerbread and Cinnamon. Stella Artois Unfiltered will be brewed with British barley and the same yeast as its core line, but with the addition of Mandarina Bavaria hop oil, which McGeorge said “balances out the beer and boosts the more fruity and citrusy notes of the lager”.

Deep brown in colour with a creamy head, this alcohol-free milk stout certainly looks the part, but how did the flavour match up? Brewed with the same Nostrano dell'Isola maize as the original, Peroni Libera offers the signature hoppy characteristics and smooth finish as the higher ABV lager. Hard seltzer Corona Tropical (4.5% abv), meanwhile, will hit shelves in April in three flavours – Guava & Lime, Raspberry & Lemon, and Grapefruit & Lemongrass – which McGeorge said were chosen to “reinforce the citrus notes” found when drinking the core Corona brew with lime. A new unfiltered version of Stella – news of which was first revealed by The Grocer in October, when BBG applied to register it as a trademark – is set to hit shelves in March.The super-premium category is being driven by the world beer and craft sector, as shoppers look to broaden their drinking repertoire, reveals Devon. These sectors grew 2.4% share of total beer in the last 12 weeks 4, he notes. “With the cost of a pint continuing to grow in the on-trade, we are seeing discovery happening at home as shoppers are more willing to try something new from a supermarket. This presents an exciting growth opportunity for retailers to broaden their beer offerings and entice customers to experiment. In response, earlier this year we launched Stella Artois Unfiltered, offering consumers a super-premium, craft beer-inspired alternative from the UK’s number one beer brand 5,” he says. Health-Ade has expanded its Glow Up Line with the launch of Ginger Pineapple Belly Reset and Citrus Immune Boost. As a brand that was born on the beach, Corona embraces the outdoors in everything we do, because we believe that outside is where people best disconnect and relax. The feeling of the sun is one of the things that people love most about the outdoors and the Corona brand is always innovating to remind them of that feeling,”​ said Felipe Ambra, Global Vice President for Corona.

Consumers love to get into the spirit of the season, particularly as we approach Halloween and Christmas when customers crave the taste of exotic, wintery spices.”​ The brand will debut in Canada this month: followed by the UK later this year and then other key markets in Europe, South America and Asia. There’s no need to miss out on Ireland’s most famous brew as this alcohol-free version is every bit as hearty. Expect notes of sweet coffee, rich malt and just a hint of chocolate.Following the Canadian launch, the brand will then roll out to other global markets throughout the year and beyond. On the new launch, Senior Marketing Manager James Johnstone said: “ We’re excited to welcome Kranebet into our growing Italian portfolio and launch it in the UK. Kranebet offers a sweeter twist on the traditional London Dry Gin, perfect as a Gin & Tonic or as a twist on the classical Negroni. It’s rich brand history and traditional Italian flavors will appeal to a wide audience of UK consumers, whilst also having a special place in many Italians hearts.​” Britvic's Brazilian flavors

The new brew (5% abv) would offer a “unique and vibrant taste profile” similar to one that “could be found in craft beer”, said BBG global brands marketing director Jessica McGeorge. The launch marks Corona’s ambition to expand the drinks category with new innovations. In May 2022, the brand launched a flavored alternative to beer – Corona Tropical, the brand’s first lightly sparkling alcoholic drink made with a hint of real fruit juice. It was released in three different flavors – Guava & Lime, Raspberry & Lemon, and Grapefruit & Lemongrass. Corono Cero hit shelves this month, with Stella Unfiltered and Corona Tropical to follow in the spring

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Now, we’re excited to offer consumers Corona Sunbrew 0.0%, the first non-alcoholic beer with vitamin D, reinforcing our desire to help people reconnect to nature, anytime.” ​ In response to this, we launched Corona Cero, a super-premium alcohol-free version of Corona that allows everyone to enjoy their favourite beer anywhere, anytime. True to the Corona ethos, Corona Cero is brewed with the same 100% natural ingredients – water, barley malt, maize and hops – and is best served ice-cold with a wedge of lime.” The original brewing method and ingredients allow Corona Cero to keep its classic refreshing taste minus the alcohol, he says. Because of this, brand is the most important factor for consumers when deciding which no & low product to buy – ahead of calories, ingredients, taste claim and ABV 3, cementing the opportunity around premium low & no options. UK spirits distributor Hi-Spirits is launching Kranebet Italian Gin Liqueur in the UK market this month.