Athletic Run Wild Non-Alcoholic 6Pk

Athletic Run Wild Non-Alcoholic 6Pk is a six-pack of non-alcoholic IPA from Athletic Brewing Co., brewed to under 0.5% ABV with organic malts and Northwest hops. With over 30 awards to its name — including a Gold Medal at the 2018 International Beer Challenge and recognition as USA's Best Non-Alcoholic Beer at the 2018 World Beer Awards — Run Wild has established itself as the benchmark for the NA craft beer category.

Quick Facts: ABV: <0.5%  |  Origin: Milford, Connecticut, USA  |  Style: Non-Alcoholic IPA  |  Brewery: Athletic Brewing Co.

Production & Heritage

Athletic Brewing Co. was founded in 2017 with the singular mission of brewing world-class non-alcoholic craft beer. Originally based in Stratford, Connecticut, the company now operates out of Milford, CT. What distinguishes Athletic's process from most NA producers is a proprietary method that restricts ethanol formation during fermentation rather than stripping alcohol out after the fact — a dealcoholization shortcut that often leaves beer tasting hollow and watery. By precisely controlling variables like temperature and fermentable sugars across a series of 10-plus process adjustments, the brewery conducts a full fermentation that preserves the delicate esters and aromatic compounds responsible for genuine beer flavor. Run Wild features premium organic malts sourced from the United States and Germany, including organic Vienna malt, alongside a blend of Northwest hops led by Citra and Mosaic varieties.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright citrus hops hit first — lemon peel and grapefruit — followed by piney resinous notes and a zesty layer of mandarin orange. The Citra and Mosaic hops announce themselves clearly without being aggressive.

Taste: The entry is crisp and sharp, with juicy mandarin orange and melon flavors giving way to a moderate, approachable bitterness at the mid-palate. Organic Vienna malt provides a subtle sweetness that balances the hop presence, while oats and wheat contribute a medium body that avoids the thin, watery texture common in many NA beers.

Finish: Dry and clean with a properly bitter, lingering hop character that recalls West Coast IPA traditions. A slight resinous quality persists alongside fading citrus peel notes.

How to Drink Run Wild

Run Wild pours best into a tulip glass or standard pint at around 38–45°F, which allows the hop aromatics to open up without losing crispness. Straight from the can is equally satisfying for casual drinking. For beer-based serves, try it in an NA Shandy topped with fresh lemonade for a refreshing warm-weather drink; in a Citrus Radler blended with grapefruit juice to amplify the existing citrus hop profile; or in a NA Michelada with lime juice, hot sauce, and Worcestershire — the IPA bitterness stands up to bold, savory additions where lighter NA beers fall flat.

Best For

• Post-workout or active-lifestyle hydration when you want real beer flavor without alcohol
• Dry January, Sober October, or any extended alcohol-free period
• Gifting a craft beer enthusiast who is moderating their drinking
• Stocking a party cooler with an inclusive, high-quality option for non-drinkers

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Run Wild taste like? Run Wild tastes like a legitimate West Coast-style IPA with juicy citrus and pine hop flavors, a medium body from oat and wheat additions, and a dry, bitter finish — all at under 0.5% ABV.

How does Run Wild compare to Lagunitas IPNA? Lagunitas IPNA tends to deliver a slightly more pronounced bitterness, while Run Wild leads with vibrant tropical fruit and citrus hop character and a rounder mouthfeel from its organic malt bill. Both are strong NA IPA options, but Run Wild has accumulated significantly more awards in international competition.

Is Run Wild good for sipping on its own? Run Wild is widely regarded as one of the most drinkable standalone NA beers available, thanks to a proprietary full-fermentation process that preserves the aromatic complexity and body typically lost in dealcoholized beers.

Where is Run Wild made? Run Wild is brewed by Athletic Brewing Co. in Milford, Connecticut, USA, where the company relocated after originally launching in nearby Stratford, CT in 2017.

What foods pair well with Run Wild? Grilled burgers or bratwurst complement the hop bitterness; fish tacos with citrus slaw echo the beer's grapefruit and mandarin notes; sharp cheddar cheese contrasts nicely with the malt sweetness; spicy Thai dishes are tempered by the medium body and carbonation; and wood-fired pizza with its charred crust mirrors the piney, resinous hop character.

What sizes does Run Wild come in? Run Wild is commonly available in 12 oz can six-packs, 12-pack variety cases, and individual 12 oz cans depending on the market.

Is Run Wild worth the price? Run Wild positions in the premium tier of non-alcoholic beers and is priced comparably to standard craft IPAs, which represents strong value given the proprietary brewing process and the fact that it holds over 30 international awards — more than nearly any other NA beer on the market.

Why Run Wild?

Run Wild's defining advantage is Athletic Brewing's proprietary fermentation-control method, which keeps alcohol from forming in the first place rather than boiling or filtering it out after brewing — a process distinction that preserves hop aromatics and body in ways dealcoholized beers consistently fail to match. The result has earned Run Wild over 30 awards including Gold at the International Beer Challenge and Best NA Beer in the USA at the World Beer Awards. With an 84 on BeerAdvocate and an 85 from Craft Beer & Brewing, critical consensus backs up the medal count. In a category that was defined by compromise for decades, Run Wild is the beer that proved non-alcoholic IPA could taste like the real thing.