{"product_id":"cloudwater-freska-alcohol-free-stout","title":"Cloudwater Freska Alcohol Free Stout 440ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA smooth and creamy Non-Alcoholic Stout from Manchester-based Cloudwater Brew Co\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet Freska, Cloudwater’s first ever alcohol-free stout: a beautifully smooth take on their Green Lane Stout, at just 0.5% ABV. A generous base of flaked barley and malt builds a dark, creamy mouthfeel, giving stout lovers a satisfying alternative without the strength of a traditional stout. Vegan and gluten free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle cocoa powder and espresso sweetness meet gentle roast bitterness in a thick, creamy mouthfeel. Dark, chocolatey and coffee-led, Freska balances its malt sweetness with a clean, dry finish that keeps it seriously drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the Malt and Grain Bill Brings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach ingredient has a part to play. Here is what these grains typically contribute in brewing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden Promise:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rounded, gently sweet malt foundation for the darker ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlaked barley:\u003c\/strong\u003e Body, creamy texture and foam retention, helping build Freska’s substantial mouthfeel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDextrin malt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports fullness and head retention without strong roasted flavours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMunich malt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Richer, bread-like and toasted malt depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePale crystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle caramel sweetness and roundness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted barley:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic stout colour and coffee-like roast character, with a balancing roasted edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheat malt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports body and foam for a fuller texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSinmar:\u003c\/strong\u003e As listed in the supplied can details, likely referring to Sinamar, a roasted-malt colouring extract used to deepen colour with less harsh roast character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Hops\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCentennial\u003c\/strong\u003e is typically associated with citrus and floral character and can provide balancing bitterness. \u003cstrong\u003eEast Kent Goldings\u003c\/strong\u003e is known for gentler earthy, floral and lightly spicy notes. In Freska, the producer’s tasting profile puts the spotlight on cocoa, coffee and creamy malt rather than pronounced hop aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Serve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour into a clean glass to enjoy the creamy head, and allow it to warm slightly from fridge temperature so the darker malt flavours can open up. Try it alongside roasted vegetables, mushroom dishes or dark chocolate desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 440ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alcohol Free Stout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coffee, chocolate, dark malt, creaminess, sweetness and roast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Centennial and East Kent Goldings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 84 kcal per can (19 kcal per 100ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 12.8g per can (2.9g per 100ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegan and gluten free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaged:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 September 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest before:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 March 2027, for this batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Cloudwater Brew Co\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCloudwater Brew Co is an independent brewery based in Manchester, brewing across classic and imaginative beer styles. Freska brings their Green Lane Stout inspiration into the alcohol-free range, with smooth texture and dark malt character at its heart. Follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/cloudwaterbrew\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCloudwater on Instagram\u003c\/a\u003e for their latest releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to understand what 0.5% ABV means? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/alcoholfreedrinks.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/definition-of-alcohol-free\"\u003eRead our explanation of alcohol-free definitions\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cloudwater","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58961608802678,"sku":"CLD-Freska- 440","price":3.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/5042\/4182\/files\/Freska.png?v=1791741047","url":"https:\/\/alcoholfreedrinks.co.uk\/products\/cloudwater-freska-alcohol-free-stout","provider":"Alcohol Free Drinks Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}