TLDR: a finance bro gets healthy by leaving the industry, quits drinking and brews awesome non-alcoholic beer and takes his company public, inventing an awesome lifestyle brand in the process. Athletic Brewing is the premier brewer of nonacholic beer in the US. Full stop. When I found them a few years ago, AB was hidden in back warehouse in Stratford. They were operating on a hope and a prayer. I'm guessing they built out that first taproom themselves with a few trips to Home Depot. The beer was the star of the show, awesome but hard to get, the market not yet realizing this was a "Good Thing." I could go on and on about their standard fare which has expanded to Run Wild, Upside Dawn and Free Wave but the two things made them different, and special, to those who were in driving distance: the taproom and the limited run, special varieties available there. Taking the second point first, the head brewer must be a made genius and/or he decided to let taproom patrons be his guinea pigs for testing. (Bring back Single Hop Mosiac!@) For several years, especially before the main flavors weren't widely available, I'd stop at the taproom and pick up strange and unique hop blends and experimental formulations. Each was in a nondescript silver can. As time passed and the overall brand grew, some of those experiments have become seasonal or special flavors, graced with a distinctive can design - these include Downinder, All Out and others. The taproom was a special place. AB smartly staffed it with a personable and knowledgeable staff who excelled at both introducing NA beer to the uninitiated and expanding the palette of veterans to the growing rotation of flavors. Regrettably, since the closure of the Stratford location and move to the modern, larger Milford brewery, the taproom has been "paused." I can't see why they would delay reopening the taproom as the customer connection and experience there strongly differentiated AB from every other brewer NA or not in CT. Further, the Milford location has a boss patio with styling branded umbrellas that would be a perfect spot for a cold NA draft while picking up a selection to go. Hopefully, AB will be able to balance their meteoric rise to the nationally dominant NA brand with a local Milford taproom. For now, you get still get six packs to go, albeit warm, and no opportunity for tasting on site. The knowledgeable staff is still present to guide your beer selections. Final notes: Putting aside the flavor (which is great) most of these beers are less than 100 calories. Most are like 65 or 70 calories. The Downwinder Gose is the perfect summer thirst quencher. I could stick with the Run Wild IPA and the Hazy IPA and nothing else. The available one off limited run flavors take AB from good to excellent. They remain price competitive even after present widespread availability nationwide. IMHO no other NA beer comes close on flavor, and on the price/flavor combination, AB is the lead by a mile. Enjoy! read more

Six years after my first visit, Athletic's original taproom may be closed now but the company has grown at an exponential rate. For that, I must applaud them! For my 2025 New Year's resolution, I made a decision to start leading a healthier lifestyle. I made the decision to cut out a lot of carbs (especially refined white flour) and I'm eating foods that are high in protein and fiber, but low in fat and calories. These are also foods that make you feel fuller faster. I've also decided to significantly reduce alcohol intake. Craft beers tend to be very high in calories, and alcohol in general can have negative effects on your metabolism. A friend of mine recently decided to start exclusively drinking Athletic beers. Five months into it, he feels significantly healthier and may never drink real beer again. I decided to give the 'Athletic diet' a trial run. I signed up for a year membership and visited their Milford facility to grab a case of their beer. I'm optimistic that this new change will help me to lose inches off my waist (and save money too) without losing the great taste of craft beer. read more

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An absolute game changer, plain and simple. Feeling blessed that Athletic Brewing exists and has expanded so gracefully. Adore their beers as an unmatched non-alcoholic option in terms of flavor and appearance. Can't go wrong with any of their craft offerings but their IPA is definitely a favorite of mine. So very looking forward to trying more of their brews. read more

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Literally love Athletic Brewing Company and so thankful for their ability to create non-alcoholic beer that actually tastes good! I have generally always enjoyed lighter beers so their Upside Dawn (Golden) is my go-to... I love the fact I can still enjoy a beverage while out with friends AND feel good the following day. The creators behind the beer are fantastic and I can't wait to try more... highly recommend! read more

Had to fly back east for something and, first place went to after got off the plane and into rental car was this tasting room. Well worth a trip. Had my first flight off beers, any beer. Tasting so much goodness in one sitting was almost overwhelming, but got through it. They have a large selection of flavors that can't get online, and some pilot or test runs. It off the 8 beer flight there was only one I really liked, made with New Zealand hops. If in area highly recommend. read more

I first discovered the beverage company around 2021 via a free sample program at Wildwood Beach Ultimate's annual July tournament and loved all the varieties at the time. Fast forward to January 2024 onward, this NA beer has hit the spot whether I'm watching hours of football, training for a race, or trying to get a good night's rest, but still crave a hoppy or malty beverage. This company keeps getting bigger and better and I love how many ways there are to purchase it (online, in store, in bars and restaurants). read more

I love Athletic Brewing for several reasons, most of which are the amazing flavors of nonalcoholic beer they create that are only available at their tasting room. The fruity flavors are hit or miss, but the IPAs really stand out from the pack. Every time I go I end up buying enough sixers to fill up the fridge. The staff is super friendly and helpful too. Can't recommend stopping by enough! read more

This is a review of the beer itself and the customer service as experienced via online transactions. Damn this is good beer! I am by no means a completely dry or sober person, but I do like to drink non-alcoholic beers to satisfy my craving at home, so I'm not ruining my athletic progress and also to cut back a few calories. Not all of their beers taste EXACTLY like alcoholic beers, but certainly come closer than other NA beers, and still with only 70 calories or so per can. But I am not sure I'd want them trying to be something they're not. They remain refreshing and don't weigh you down the way you feel after drinking a heavier beer, like a stout or IPA. The Run Wild IPA is my personal favorite "core offering", because I also prefer alcoholic IPAs at alcoholic breweries. It's crisp, piney, and refreshing. The other core offerings are great in their own genre of hops, but less my brand. The best beers are their rotating selections! I get emails notifying me when they have a new temporary beer, and I almost always order any ale, or lager. I recently ordered the Soul Sour, which is phenomenal and was happy that my purchase benefited Beer Kulture. I also purchased a pack of their hopped seltzers, and they are absolutely spectacular! Super fruity, but not sweet. And with the faint hip flavor of a beer, without the alcohol or calories. Highly recommend if you enjoy spiked seltzers for the flavor. My last favorite rotating beer is the AfterShift IPA, by far my favorite beer they have put out. If they could make it a core beer, I would be in heaven. Unfortunately I live in Seattle and have not been to the brewery itself, but I have dealt with their online customer service in asking when they would be getting back a certain rotator. They responded super quickly and though they say they weren't sure when it would be back, it was back within a month. I'd like to think they did that because of me. :) Additionally, all my orders have been shipped super quickly and gotten here earlier than expected. I really appreciate this place. Highly highly recommend! read more

Back again post-COVID and the tap room is open! Tried a new test brew... Coffee Cherry Tart. YUCK. . Gotta give them points for tryin' though. read more

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Athletic Brewing Company deserves a shout out on all platforms. They specialize in yummy nonalcoholic beer, which is perfect for me to drink when I don't want to get buzzed or want to pace myself. I was a part of a local event for charity, a bike ride for MS, a couple weeks back. The event itself was very fun and I used my Segway instead of a bike (bikes don't fit in my trunk!) and we went to multiple local beer spots at the beaches. Athletic Brewing Company helped sponsor the event and donated multiple baskets. I won a raffle with a headband, hat, brew, game, $100 GIFT CARD, and even a banana! I was able to use the gift card however I wanted on merchandise or brews or a mix. I picked out $120 of merch before tax including a Yeti coozie, Cotopaxi backpack and chalk/small Fanny pack style bag. I was fully ready to give my credit card for the difference, but the manager said absolutely not, and shipped it out. He said he was also including a variety pack of the brews for me to try out. I was thinking I might get a six pack. He sent me SIX 6-packs! I just can't get over how above and beyond this company went with their donation and how they made me a customer for life. I can't wait for my first hike with my new gear and NA beer! read more

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I have been drinking your IPA's for a few years now. Hands down , the best non alcoholic beer anywhere. I have tried several other brands and none if them compare to the flavors and composure of your brews. We even have been able to get some local stores to carry some of your products because we keep raving about it to everyone we come in contact with. They were happy to bring some in and have sold out regularly. Have not been able to get any bars or restaurants to go along with the plan. We do not give up. Thank you for using premium organic ingredients and all your brewing talents to develop these wonderful offerings! Fans for life! Tom Britz read more

Athletic Brewing Company has been a game changer amongst my group of friends and myself. Prior to discovering Athletic Brewing, it was difficult to socialize with friends while out at bars, at parties, etc. when I wasn't drinking for any particular reason (whether in the midst of training or simply just not wanting to), but now that an option that isn't just water or soda and an option that actually tastes great exists, it's been a much more comfortable experience. Also loving that I'm seeing more and more bars and restaurants offering Athletic Brewing on their menus. Run Wild IPA is a fave! read more

The Athletic Brew Run Wild IPA is a fantastic beer that is delicious, and as refreshing if not even more refreshing than a traditional beer. Great for a post run, bike ride, or any athletic activity of choice. Or take it to the beach and crack it on a warm sunny day. It's honestly great anytime of the day and pairs well with almost anything. 10/10 read more

no compromise on flavor, full-body, mouth feel, or placebo effect here! Absolutely love to enjoy the delicious taste of a drink without the alcohol. I still drink alcoholic spirits, but when I only am wanting 1 single drink, and don't want to search for a buzz, but want an amazing taste. this is the first thing I reach for read more

So glad to have this brewery close to home! I enjoyed the special batches they had that I haven't seen in stores.

Easily the best NA beers I've ever tasted - Wild Run - light copper cerveza are next level. 10 stars not just 5! It is now my staple when I want the taste of a real beer without the alcohol. read more

This is my favorite brewing company, hands down, alcoholic or non-alcoholic. The beer tastes great and it's made by great people who you want to support. What could be better? read more

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We stop by the Athletic Brewing Company brewery every time we pass through Connecticut. It's the most amazing beer and I still can't believe it's non-alcoholic! The brewery is great and the people are amazing. Love this place! read more

Athletic Brewing Co is awesome. Their nonalcoholic beer actually tastes really good. Their team is friendly and gives back to the community and to trail preservation. So happy I found beer I can enjoy "without compromise" read more

Fun stop right off 95 on your way through Central Connecticut. Great selection of limited releases.

Love athletic! I wish the taproom was open, this has a lot of potential. Nevertheless, the people at the brewery were nice and I picked up some great beers to try. I'll definitely go back! read more

ABC has been a constant for me over the last few years. In 2021 I started training for a series of triathlons, including a 70.3 half Ironman, and knew I wanted to cut back on my drinking to aide in the training. ABC was naturally what I flocked to and has been by my side since. There are not enough good things I could say about ABC. If you're sober, sober-curious, cutting back on alcohol for fitness-related reasons, or just want to be able to wake up tomorrow hangover free, then give ABC a chance - you won't be disappointed! read more

I found out about Athletic Brewing Company couple months ago from an ad and decided to check'em out. Definitely made the right move on that. My wife and I love their beers and we can't wait to try the DayPack Seltzers! Great taste and we end up feeling great after drinking these! read more

Such a nice, clean modern brewery/taproom. Their NA beers give you seriously ALL the flavor with no worries about getting behind the wheel or waking up hungover the next day. After trying them from the grocery store, I was blown away to learn how many other styles they have at the taproom -- at least 20!! Highly recommend. read more

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Wonderful beer! A real treat to find such high quality non-alcoholic beers! Customer service, in our case ordered from out of state, was above and beyond. We will be buying again! read more

I'm a huge lover of craft beer and really enjoy a hazy ipa, but don't always enjoy how much beer and alcohol can fill me up and bloat me. Athletic brewing completely changed everything for me, where I could still enjoy a precious beer and not have to deal with restrictions and imitations that come with alcohol consumption. Would highly recommend trying run wild, upside dawn, or one of the pilot program beers! read more

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I have never thought I could find a non-alcoholic beer I recommend enough to my friends, family, and coworkers. The quality, taste, and overall aura of Athletic Brewing is unmatched. My personal favorites are the classics Upside Dawn and Run Wild. You can't go wrong with any of their options. I am so happy I discovered Athletic Brewing Company when I was looking for non-alcoholic options when I was consistently marathon training. I am so glad their brews have made it into several restaurants in my city. They're the best! read more

I've been drinking Athletic Brew for years and I will never go back to revisit brews. I'm an athlete and this really gives me the social feel of being a brew with friends but not compromising my next days training in the process. The Cerveza is by far my flavor with the seasonal Irish red and athletic lite coming in a tie for second! read more

A brewery that caters to athletes! Literally under 100 calorie, non alcoholic beer that literally tastes like an alcoholic beer. Run Wild is my favorite as it's a easy IPA to drink and tastes amazing! Drinking is so important to our society and it's nice to be in but not be in over my head! Drinking NA beer is the new Hard Seltzer, just saying. read more

I gave up alcohol at the beginning of the pandemic. Then the desert Summer heat set in and I craved a cold beer on a hot day. I tried out several NA beer options that didn't hit the spot. Then I found Athletic Brewing and fell in love with Upside Dawn. It absolutely hits the spot and their customer service is above average as well. Bonus is the low calories. I'll be customer for life. Keep up the great work read more

When your other half only drinks non-alcoholic beer & you're a lover of spirits vs beer you might feel a bit out of touch with the New England hipster micro brewery thing. If that describes you, then you're just like me, and your problem is now solved!! For those seeking high quality, tasty non-alcoholic beer you must check out Athletic Brewing CO right here in CT. It's a bit of a road trip from Hartford County but I've traveled further for a great cupcake so why wouldn't I make this trip for him? It's a little hard to find in the back of an industrial park but once inside it's clear we've arrived!! The bartender, Liana, was knowledgeable as well as extremely friendly; the atmosphere fun with adult sized table and lawn games; and super cool was the fact we could have brought our daughter and dog as they're full family friendly. No food on site but you can bring in your own food to enjoy with a tasty cold one. There are 4 non-alcoholic beers on tap daily and there's a decent selection of cans to go. If the kiddies want juice or milk that's handy and complimentary too. Hope you check these guys out to continue supporting local start ups AND responsible drinking. read more

I have tried most NA beers and found them to be terrible! Athletic NA beer is absolutely the best!! So glad I read about them in Forbes!! I will be ordering more!! read more

This stuff is delicious! I have yet to have a bad beer from them. I love that I can continue on my sober journey but yet reward myself with a delicious beer after a workout without compromising my hard work. I love that NA is becoming more and more popular and I hope the word gets out to as many people about Athletic! My personal fave is the Hazy IPA. SO GOOD! read more

Been wanting to find a good non-alcoholic beer? This is a great place to find it. Our favorites were the White Ale and the Stout. If you like a sour beer they have one (not my taste though). They have 7 options on their sample flight. Clean, friendly, good beer. Anyone can feel comfortable going in to try this place out. Just be aware this place is in the back of an industrial area, but don't let that throw you, it's worth checking out read more

Athletic Brewing Company is the premiere non-alcoholic brewing company! Not only do they have great tasting beer, but the new infused sparkling waters are a great addition to the brand. ABC brews are perfect and don't have the negative effects of alcoholic beverages. If you like a nice beverage post physical activity or are trying to include healthier options into your diet, give Athletic Brewing Co. a try. You won't regret it. read more

It's nice to have a taproom with all NA beer. NA is much more popular outside the US. Athletic is helping to change that. The flagships are very good. My favorite is the All Out stout. They also have a rotating seasonal beers and a Pilot program. I choose Lodge Life as my favorite of these. read more

Athletic Brewing Company is the best. The taste is clean and refreshing. Their Non-Alcoholic beer is perfect for my lifestyle. Really cool company that helps support trails and outdoor initiatives. Highly recommend read more

So I won't bore anyone with the story of why I don't drink alcohol anymore. But I will say I ran and worked in restaurants that were very well known for craft beer. Needless to say, I have tasted a VERY large amount of rare a delicious beers from all over the country. When I quit drinking my fear was being triggered in social situations. And I really miss good beer!! I read about athletic and was dying to try it. A couple of times a month I go to a friends studio to play music. There is always drinking involved. I bought some of the mainstream N/A beers and they kind of did the trick of having a beer in hand but they were always lacking. Just beer flavored beverages. Not worth the money. So recently I found a store that sells Athletic!! I will admit I was skeptical as one would expect. I grabbed the wild run ipa and the all out stout. Both are amazing! This tasted like actual beer! I gave one each to my beer savvy friends and both said the stout was better than the stouts they had tried the night before.( both rather popular local craft brews) The ipa was equally great!! So this review is really more of a Huge THANK YOU to athletic brewing for making a beer guy happy again. I look forward to facing any party or event with a six pack of athletic in tow and a new found comfort in having a tasty beer in hand! This is a game changer in ways most won't totally understand. Keep it up. And if you ever need a rep, call me!! read more

Fantastic and healthy craft beer - love trying the seasonal on tap.

I wanted to take a moment and say thank you for creating a non-alcoholic beer that actually tastes like beer. At almost 50 years old; I have achieved many great successes in my life. However all that success has carried along with it a ball and chain. I've had a drinking problem since the age of twelve (12) years old. Throughout the last 37 years; I have tried numerous times to put down the drink, but to no avail. It was a few months into this latest attempt, while out to dinner with my girlfriend, I discovered "Run Wild" at a Restaurant in Burlington, Massachusetts. Your product that night turned my frown upside down, and has continued to quiet my brain when screaming for a drink, something that's never happened with a non-alcoholic beer. On January 21st, I will have one (1) year sobriety for the first time in my life. Trust me when I say; I could never have achieved that without the quality products Athletic Brewing Company continues to provide. Again, thank you for creating a non-alcoholic beer that actually tastes like beer, but more importantly, thank you for saving my life... C. Ross read more