Erdinger Alkoholfrei beer review

Can beer be refreshing after a ride?

Cycling Weekly Verdict

It won’t be to everyone’s taste, but on a warm afternoon after a long ride Erdinger Alkoholfrei beer would certainly an option rather than another glass of water

Reasons to buy
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    Feels refreshing

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    Makes a nice change to the usual post-ride drink

Reasons to avoid
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    Might be a bit gassy after a tough ride

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    Certainly won't appeal to everyone

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    You probably wouldn't want it after every ride

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This post-ride drink option first came to my attention at the RideLondon sportive a couple of years ago when it was being given out by the gallon.

On a hot day, having done 100 miles quicker than I might normally, it went down very well. But then again so would normal beer at that point in a sunny park on a summer’s day.

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Jack Elton-Walters

Jack Elton-Walters hails from the Isle of Wight, and would be quick to tell anyone that it's his favourite place to ride. He has covered a varied range of topics for Cycling Weekly, producing articles focusing on tech, professional racing and cycling culture. He moved on to work for Cyclist Magazine in 2017 where he stayed for four years until going freelance. He now returns to Cycling Weekly from time-to-time to cover racing, review cycling gear and write longer features for print and online.

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