Malt beverage, includes non-alcoholic beer
Whole food · Beverages
Photo: Wikipedia
A light, golden-hued beverage brewed from malted grains, offering a subtly sweet, bready flavor with a clean, crisp finish and gentle carbonation. It provides a modest calorie boost primarily from carbohydrates, making it a lighter alternative to many soft drinks.
Calorie split: 2% protein · 94% carbs · 3% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People appreciate its refreshing, malty sweetness and the ability to enjoy a beer-like experience without alcohol, making it a versatile choice for social gatherings and casual sipping.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high simple carbohydrate content can lead to rapid blood sugar spikes, which is a concern for individuals managing diabetes. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like nuts or cheese) and practice strict portion control.
Key benefits
- Low in calories compared to sugary sodas
- Contains small amounts of B vitamins from malt
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Often caffeine-free
- Can be a social beverage for non-drinkers
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Non-alcoholic beer was first commercially produced in the early 20th century, primarily for religious communities and designated drivers, long before the modern health and wellness movement.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 91.2 g |
| Energy | 37.0 kcal |
| Energy | 156 kj |
| Protein | 0.21 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.12 g |
| Ash | 0.12 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 8.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 7.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.06 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 7.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 16.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 8.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 13.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.02 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.2 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.50 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.05 mg |
| Niacin | 1.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.04 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.03 mg |
| Folate, total | 14.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 14.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 14.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 10.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.02 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 2.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.30 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.02 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.06 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Beverages, Malted drink mix, natural, powder, prepared with whole milk — USDA does not publish this profile for Malt beverage.
| Tryptophan | 0.08 g |
| Threonine | 0.15 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.18 g |
| Leucine | 0.30 g |
| Lysine | 0.15 g |
| Methionine | 0.08 g |
| Cystine | 0.03 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.17 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.17 g |
| Valine | 0.21 g |
| Arginine | 0.10 g |
| Histidine | 0.09 g |
| Alanine | 0.13 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.29 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.80 g |
| Glycine | 0.09 g |
| Proline | 0.41 g |
| Serine | 0.15 g |
FAQ
Is non-alcoholic malt beverage truly alcohol-free?
Most are classified as 'non-alcoholic' but may contain trace amounts of alcohol, typically less than 0.5% ABV, which is the legal threshold in many countries.
How does it differ nutritionally from regular beer?
It generally has fewer calories and significantly less or no alcohol, but can have a similar or slightly higher carbohydrate content depending on the brewing process.
Is it suitable for a gluten-free diet?
No, as it is brewed from malted barley or wheat, which contain gluten. Gluten-free versions are made from alternative grains like sorghum or rice.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.37 kcal/g · 2% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 8.1 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 1.63 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.