Want to skip the drunk woes but still sip a little booze? These low alcohol drinks in Hong Kong will hit that perfect balance!
Although the 852 has long been famous (or infamous) for its party scene, the “NoLo” movement has been growing stronger in recent years. Standing for “No” or “Low” alcohol content, the push for quality drinks with less alcohol content is seeping into Hong Kong’s drinking culture. With popular bars expanding mocktail sections and even local craft breweries investing in non-alcoholic beverages, it’s easier than ever to indulge in nightlife minus the booze. We at Honeycombers certainly believe moderation is key – and we indeed would like to skip the hangovers without having to abstain from alcohol altogether. Here are some of our fave low alcohol drinks in Hong Kong, so you can enjoy the buzz without overdoing the booze!
Strike the perfect balance with low alcohol drinks in Hong Kong
1. Suntory: Horoyoi Chu-Hi Grape Juice (3.0% ABV)
You’ll find some of the most delicious, lightly boozed fruit flavours from Japan in Suntory’s Horoyoi Chu-Hi drinks. In ready-to-open cans, the popular Japanese alcoholic beverage “Chu-Hi” (abbreviated from “shochu highball”) comes in many different flavours – all at low alcohol percentages. One of our faves is the Grape Juice flavour which, at only 3.0% ABV, tastes like the perfect grape soda that’s not too sweet and with a mild zing. Easily found in many supermarket coolers like City’super or online at HKTVmall, this low-buzz drink can even be sent straight to your door via Foodpanda!
Horoyoi Chu-Hi Grape Juice can be found at selected retailers across Hong Kong.
2. Asahi Super Dry: Dry Crystal (3.5% ABV)
The popular Japanese beer that Hong Kongers love to indulge in, Asahi Super Dry, brings its new “Three-Low Innovation” to the city, just in time for summer 2024. Ideal for those who still want that Super Dry taste while maintaining a lifestyle of moderation, the Dry Crystal offers a lower 3.5% alcohol content, 40% less calories, and 70% less carbs. With the same full-bodied and vibrant taste, expect the dry crispness you love without the excess!
Find Asahi Dry Crystal at selected retailers across Hong Kong.
3. Brewdog: Black Heart (4.1% ABV)
Launching in Hong Kong in June 2024 (with a gigantic balloon pop-up!), Scottish craft brewer Brewdog’s reimagined classic stout is bringing a distinctive new taste to the beer scene. Crafted for the modern drinker with a lower-than-usual ABV of 4.1%, Black Heart’s rich taste is accentuated with notes of chocolate, coffee, cocoa, and caramel. With a punk spirit that isn’t afraid to challenge conventional norms, Black Heart brings a fresher, complex flavour to stout-lovers.
Black Heart is available at Brewdog Hong Kong and selected retailers across Hong Kong.
4. Jolly Shandy: Lemon (0.6% ABV)
Call it a soft drink with a little kick! Jolly Shandy Lemon is a unique carbonated drink with a wink of alcohol at just 0.6% ABV, coming from a refreshing mix of real beer and lemon fruit flavours. Although coming in a few other flavours, the lemon can is one of the easiest to pick up from any supermarket shelf across Hong Kong. Plus, it’s full of vitamin C. As low as low alcohol drinks in Hong Kong come, this small booze percentage gives you just enough fun with your soda.
Jolly Shandy Lemon can be found at selected retailers across Hong Kong.
5. Neon Cider: Mango Pomelo Cider (4.5% ABV)
As one of the 852’s first local craft cideries, Neon Cider serves the city’s drinkers by not only offering fresh strong ciders but also a flavour with a lower alcohol percentage. At an ABV of 4.5%, the Neon Mango Pomelo Cider lets its refreshing blend of traditional English cider and Asian flavours shine through. Inspired by the beloved mango pomelo sago dessert, this smaller booze content lets you enjoy an extra can of this uniquely Hong Kong cider at dinner more often!
Shop Neon Mango Pomelo Cider at Bestbev Hong Kong.
6. Little Creatures: Hazy Lager (3.5% ABV)
With many beer aficionados turning to completely non-alcoholic versions to savour the hops without getting a smidge of drunkness, what about those who want to enjoy a cold one sans the hangover – but still with a bit of buzz? Little Creature’s Hazy Lager makes a prime choice. Its 3.5% ABV means you can gulp down more of this stone fruit and citrusy lager without getting a head full of booze. Get a nice mellow buzz from the tropical notes!
Shop Little Creatures Hazy Lager at The Bottle Shop.
7. Young Master: Another One (3.3% ABV)
Indulge in low alcohol drinks in Hong Kong without overdoing it with Another One from the local craft brewery, Young Master. This hop-forward session ale of just 3.3% ABV is a superb low alc option. With a light-bodied sweetness and fruity aroma, you’ll be cracking open Another One – one after another – before you know it!
Young Master, G/F, Sungib Industrial Centre, 53 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, p. 2783 8907
