Coopers Zero

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with good clarity and a bright, inviting character. The head builds cleanly and persists with visible lacing down the glass, demonstrating solid foam stability unusual for the alcohol-free category. Carbonation is brisk and well-integrated, suggesting careful conditioning.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with zesty lime and bright citrus from the trio of new-world hops, layered beneath herbaceous and floral notes that add complexity. Soft malty undertones—pale, crystal and wheat—provide a rounded sweetness in the background without any thin or grainy character typical of low-alcohol ales. The house ale yeast contributes a clean, subtle fruitiness that balances the forward hop profile.

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and rounded, driven by the interplay of pale and crystal Malz with a whisper of wheat for body. Mid-palate reveals moderate, genuine bitterness—18 IBU delivers real bite rather than hollow dryness—while maintaining a crisp, refreshing character. The malty foundation prevents thinness, allowing the citrus and fruity notes to integrate naturally rather than dominate.

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and clean, closing dry without becoming austere or leaving a thin, watery impression. Subtle lime and floral echoes linger briefly, with no off-flavours or cloying residue.