Busch NA Review
A light American-style non-alcoholic lager with gentle malt sweetness, subtle grain notes and an easy-drinking finish.
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About Busch NA
Busch NA is the non-alcoholic version of Busch, the well-known American lager brand owned by Anheuser-Busch. It is primarily aimed at drinkers who enjoy mainstream American lager but want a low-alcohol alternative for occasions where they are reducing or avoiding alcohol.
This drink has not yet been fully reviewed by MyDryBar, so the tasting notes below are based on published product information and the expected profile of the style rather than James’s completed independent tasting score.
Busch NA is brewed as a traditional beer before the alcohol is removed. Product listings describe it as being made with water, barley malt, cereal grains, hops and yeast. That puts it firmly in the classic American lager family: light-bodied, grain-led, gently malty and designed for easy refreshment rather than bold hop character.
In terms of nutrition, Busch NA is commonly listed at around 60 calories per 12 fl oz / 355ml serving, with 0.4% ABV. That makes it a lower-calorie alternative to many standard lagers, while still containing a small trace amount of alcohol.
For UK readers, the main drawback is availability. Busch NA is a US-focused beer and is far easier to find in the United States and Canada than in the UK or Europe. If you are based in North America and already like Busch or similar American lagers, it could be worth trying as a simple fridge beer, BBQ beer or casual alcohol-free option.
Full MyDryBar tasting review and score coming soon.
Nutrition
| Typical values | Per 12 fl oz / 355ml serving |
|---|---|
| Energy | 60 kcal |
| Fat | 0g |
| of which saturates | 0g |
| Carbohydrates | Approx. 13g |
| of which sugars | 0g |
| Protein | Approx. 0.6g |
| Salt / sodium | 0g / 0mg listed by some nutrition databases |
| ABV | 0.4% |
Best served:
Serve Busch NA very cold, straight from the fridge, ideally in a chilled lager glass or directly from the can or bottle if you prefer a casual American lager serve. It is likely to work best at BBQs, cookouts, sports events and relaxed social occasions where cold refreshment matters more than big flavour complexity.
Pairing recommendation:
Pairs well with classic American comfort food including burgers, hot dogs, fried chicken, BBQ ribs, grilled sausages, nachos, crisps, pretzels, pizza and salty snacks. The light lager style should also work with picnic food, mild chilli, tacos and simple grilled dishes.
Where to Buy Busch NA
RetailerAmazon View → How Busch NA Compares
| Beer | Score | Style | ABV | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Saint | 88 | Lager | 0.5% | A smoother, more premium alcohol-free lager with stronger MyDryBar rating. |
| Busch NA | Lager | 0.4% | American-style non-alcoholic lager added to the database; full MyDryBar review coming soon. | |
| Budweiser Zero | Lager | 0.0% | Another Anheuser-Busch mainstream alcohol-free lager option. | |
| Heineken 0.0 | Lager | 0.0% | A widely available 0.0% lager with broader international distribution. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Busch NA alcohol-free?
Busch NA contains 0.4% ABV. That means it is classed as a non-alcoholic or alcohol-free beer in many markets, but it is not a true 0.0% beer. If you need to avoid alcohol completely, choose a labelled 0.0% beer instead.
What type of beer is Busch NA?
Busch NA is a non-alcoholic American-style lager. It is designed to be light, easy-drinking and refreshing, similar to mainstream US lager rather than a strongly hopped craft beer.
Who makes Busch NA?
Busch NA is made by Busch, part of Anheuser-Busch. Anheuser-Busch is also associated with major beer brands such as Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra and Stella Artois.
How many calories are in Busch NA?
Busch NA is commonly listed at around 60 calories per 12 fl oz / 355ml serving.
What ingredients are in Busch NA?
Retailer product information commonly lists Busch NA as brewed with water, barley malt, cereal grains, hops and yeast. Because it uses barley malt, it is not gluten-free.
Is Busch NA vegan?
Busch NA is listed as vegan friendly by Barnivore, which references Anheuser-Busch information stating that most Anheuser-Busch brewed beers do not use animal ingredients or animal-derived processing aids.
Is Busch NA gluten-free?
No. Busch NA is brewed with barley malt, so it contains gluten and is not suitable for people with coeliac disease or those following a strict gluten-free diet.
What does Busch NA taste like?
MyDryBar has not completed a full tasting review yet. Based on the style and product information, Busch NA should be expected to taste like a light American lager, with mild grain, light malt, gentle carbonation and a clean finish.
Does Busch NA taste like regular Busch?
Busch NA is designed for drinkers who enjoy the regular Busch lager style, but like most non-alcoholic beers it is likely to have less body and depth than the alcoholic version. A full MyDryBar tasting comparison has not yet been completed.
Where can I buy Busch NA?
Busch NA is widely available in the United States through supermarkets, liquor stores, grocery stores and online beer retailers. It is much harder to find in the UK and Europe.
Can you buy Busch NA in the UK?
Busch NA is not widely available in the UK. It may occasionally appear through specialist importers, but UK drinkers will usually find alternatives such as Lucky Saint, Heineken 0.0, Beck’s Blue, Bitburger Drive or Budweiser Zero easier to buy.
Is Busch NA worth buying?
It may be worth trying if you are based in the US and want a simple, familiar, American-style non-alcoholic lager. However, it has not yet received a full MyDryBar score, so it is not currently listed as a MyDryBar recommended drink.
⭐ MyDryBar Final Verdict
Busch NA is a useful addition to the MyDryBar database because it is one of the better-known American non-alcoholic lagers and is easy to find across much of the United States. It is aimed at drinkers who want a familiar, light, mainstream lager experience without the full alcohol content of regular beer.
However, this drink has not yet been fully reviewed and scored by MyDryBar, so it should not be treated as a rated recommendation yet. Based on the available product information, Busch NA looks like a simple, low-calorie, easy-drinking option rather than a premium craft-style alcohol-free lager.
If you are in the US and already like Busch or similar light American lagers, it may be worth trying. UK and European readers will probably find it difficult to buy and may be better served by more widely available alternatives such as Lucky Saint, Heineken 0.0, Beck’s Blue, Bitburger Drive or Budweiser Zero.
Full MyDryBar tasting review and score coming soon.
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