What's the Best Non-Alcoholic Alternative to an Ice Cold Beer at the End of the Day?

The flavor of beer is rich and complex and I can't think of anything to replace the experience of beer.

If it helps, I actually like fruity beer, something sweet but with still some bitterness and that complex flavor I can't describe that most good beers have.

Why not a softdrink or a root beer? It's just not the same, it's like a different branch from beer.

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[–] 7 points 3 years ago (2 children)

Same for me. Lots of great options for sparkling water these days. I prefer it to soda.

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  • [–] 4 points 3 years ago (2 children)

    A Sodastream with a bulk tank and adapter is righteous. I love my set-up and it’s about as basic as It gets. Then flavoring and sweetness are totally customizable according to the user. Full disclosure: I’m diabetic so the sweetener/lack of is key for me.

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  • [–] 2 points 3 years ago (1 child)

    Do you have a hard time charging your tanks? Mine only get about half full - little better if i put them in the freezer for awhile.

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  • [–] 3 points 3 years ago (1 child)

    I have a bulk tank that holds 15# of CO2 and a hose from it to the fitting where the small tank attaches. It’s just so much more economical. I get it refilled at a fire extinguisher shop.

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  • [–] 1 point 3 years ago (1 child)

    You have no problem filling the little ones? Mine only fill about half way and i can't figure out what I'm doing wrong. I get my big tank filled at the keg store.

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  • [–] 1 point 3 years ago

    I have a soda stream but not a bulk adapter. I don’t want to clutter up the counter space since we use it to entertain (it’s open to the living space). I really wish there were more options for flavors though.

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