The Take
Busch NA earns a 58 Slop Score. It delivers the light macro lager profile after brewing and stripping alcohol from a barley malt base, but the industrial process and marketing copium keep it firmly mid.
No real upgrade over regular Busch except the missing ethanol. Ancestors would still complain about the corn grits and factory residue.
The Verdict
Skip it. The 58 Slop Score reflects a product that trades the buzz for marketing while keeping the macro sins intact. Liver gets a night off, taste buds get the same factory output.
Buy Athletic Brewing NA for craft process and less residue instead.
Common Questions
What is in Busch NA?
Water, barley malt, corn grits, hops and yeast. Brewed then alcohol removed.
How many calories are in Busch NA?
60 calories per 12 oz serving with 13 g carbs.
Is Busch NA ultra-processed?
Yes. Industrial dealcoholization on a macro lager base leaves the factory residue.
