Go Brewing The Story Non-Alcoholic Double IPA 6Pk

Go Brewing The Story Non-Alcoholic Double IPA 6Pk is a bold, hop-loaded NA double IPA brewed to 0.48% ABV with Simcoe, Citra, and Mosaic hops. Produced in Naperville, Illinois, using a proprietary process that avoids both dealcoholization and dilution, The Story packs 57 IBUs of genuine double IPA bitterness—a rarity in the non-alcoholic category.

Quick Facts: ABV: 0.48%  |  Origin: Naperville, Illinois, USA  |  Style: Non-Alcoholic Double IPA  |  Brewery: Go Brewing  |  IBU: 57

Production & Heritage

Go Brewing operates out of Naperville, Illinois, as a brewery dedicated exclusively to non-alcoholic craft beer. Unlike most NA producers that brew full-strength beer and then strip out the alcohol through heat, vacuum distillation, or dilution, Go Brewing uses a proprietary process designed to keep fermentation naturally below 0.5% ABV from the start. The Story's barley-based malt bill supports a triple-hop schedule of Simcoe, Citra, and Mosaic—three of the most prized American hop varieties—resulting in a 57 IBU bitterness level that lands squarely in double IPA territory without relying on any post-brew alcohol removal.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright citrus peel and tropical fruit lead the way, with grapefruit and papaya dominating the top notes. Behind the hop intensity, a subtle bready malt sweetness provides a grounding base.

Taste: The entry is immediately hop-forward, with grapefruit-like brightness and citrus peel oils coating the palate. Mid-palate brings layers of tropical fruit alongside a light pine resin note, while a supportive bready malt backbone keeps the bitterness from becoming one-dimensional. The 57 IBUs deliver a familiar double IPA punch that feels authentic rather than manufactured.

Finish: Medium in length with lingering hop oils and a dry, resinous quality. A faint malty sweetness rounds out the close, balancing the bitterness cleanly.

How to Drink The Story

The Story drinks best cold, straight from the can or poured into a tulip glass to fully release its aromatic hop oils. For non-alcoholic cocktail riffs, try it in a Hoppy Shandy blended with fresh lemonade and a sprig of rosemary, where the hop bitterness cuts the sweetness cleanly. A Citrus Radler with grapefruit juice and a pinch of sea salt amplifies the tropical character already present in the hops. It also works as the base of a NA Michelada with tomato juice, lime, and hot sauce—the 57 IBUs stand up to the savory richness without disappearing.

Best For

• Dry January or sober-curious exploration without sacrificing hop intensity
• IPA lovers seeking a full-flavored non-alcoholic option for weeknight sessions
• Post-workout or mid-afternoon refreshment with real craft beer complexity
• Hosting guests who skip alcohol but genuinely appreciate bold hop character

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Story taste like? The Story delivers bold grapefruit and tropical citrus up front, supported by pine resin and a bready malt backbone, with 57 IBUs providing genuine double IPA bitterness that lingers through a dry, resinous finish.

How does The Story compare to Brooklyn Special Effects IPA? Brooklyn Special Effects is a lighter, more sessionable NA IPA with lower bitterness and a restrained hop profile aimed at easy drinking. The Story pushes significantly harder into double IPA territory with its 57 IBUs and a triple-hop bill of Simcoe, Citra, and Mosaic that delivers more aggressive citrus and resin character.

Is The Story good for IPA enthusiasts going alcohol-free? Yes—its proprietary native brewing process and aggressive hop schedule produce a bitterness and complexity that closely mirrors what traditional double IPA drinkers expect, making it one of the more convincing NA options in the style.

Where is The Story made? The Story is brewed by Go Brewing in Naperville, Illinois, a craft brewery focused exclusively on producing non-alcoholic beer using a proprietary process that avoids dealcoholization and dilution.

What foods pair well with The Story? Spicy buffalo wings work well, as the hop bitterness tempers the heat. Grilled citrus-marinated chicken complements the tropical hop character. Sharp aged cheddar creates a satisfying bitter-and-savory contrast. Fish tacos with mango salsa echo the tropical fruit notes. A loaded burger with pepper jack cheese stands up to the bold bitterness without overwhelming it.

What sizes does The Story come in? The Story is available in a 6-pack format, which is the standard retail configuration for this expression.

Is The Story worth the price? The Story positions in the premium tier of non-alcoholic craft beer, and its proprietary brewing process, triple-hop bill, and 57 IBU bitterness level justify that positioning for drinkers who want genuine double IPA character without alcohol—it sits well above mainstream NA lagers and pale ales in both complexity and intensity.

Why The Story?

What separates The Story from the crowded non-alcoholic beer field is Go Brewing's commitment to brewing NA beer natively—no alcohol removal, no dilution at any stage. That approach preserves the full weight of Simcoe, Citra, and Mosaic hop oils and the barley malt body in a way that reverse-engineered NA beers often struggle to replicate. At 57 IBUs, this is one of the most aggressively hopped non-alcoholic beers currently available, filling a real gap for drinkers who find most NA IPAs too tame. For anyone who has dismissed the NA category as inherently watered-down, The Story makes a direct and persuasive counter-argument.