The first time I cracked into Athletic Brewing Company’s Free Wave Hazy IPA, it was 2 p.m. on a workday. Not going to lie, that first sip felt scandalous. Who was I to be drinking in the middle of work? But then I remembered, d’oh, this hoppy, soft, and hazy IPA is essentially alcohol free (less than 0.5% ABV, like kombucha).
It is truly that good, with floral, citrus hop-heavy flavor that really feels like a party in a can, but without the headache later. Really, it’s not just a great NA beer; it’s a great beer full stop.