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Otter Zero

Otter Brewery
United Kingdom·Alcohol-Free IPA
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A balanced citrus edge with classic bitter notes: Otter Zero is a refreshing IPA brewed with a blend of English and US hops, yet it stays under 0.5% ABV. Newly available in the range, it is Otter's low-alcohol alternative, sold in 500 ml bottles, and it aims for the full flavour of a proper IPA without the alcohol.

ABV
0.5%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusy
hoppy
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes—grapefruit and orange zest—layered with resinous hop character from the blend of English and US varieties.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Otter Zero

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with bright clarity and lively carbonation. The head forms quickly and maintains moderate retention with fine, persistent lacing. The visual presentation is clean and inviting, suggesting a well-crafted brew despite its low alcohol content.

pale goldenclearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes—grapefruit and orange zest—layered with resinous hop character from the blend of English and US varieties. A subtle malt sweetness provides backbone without dominating, while the overall impression remains fresh and aromatic rather than heavy.

citrus, grapefruitresinous hopsmalt sweetnessfresh

◐ Taste

The palate opens with immediate hop bitterness and citrus bite, delivering the full IPA character expected at 60 IBU. Mid-palate shows a balanced interplay between herbal and fruity hop notes with light malt support, while the finish remains crisp and clean without any harsh alcohol burn.

bitter, assertivehoppy citruscrisp finishbalanced

◑ Finish

A dry, lingering finish with sustained bitterness that fades gracefully. The aftertaste carries citrus notes and a pleasant hop dryness without astringency.

dry finishhoppy aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
79
Appearance
78
Finish
75
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

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About Alcohol-Free IPA

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What is a Alcohol-Free IPA?

IPAs are hop-forward ales with 5.5–7.5% ABV and IBU 40–70+. Bold hop aroma — citrus, tropical, resinous — with firm bitterness and a dry, clean finish.

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