Alcohol consumption may be declining Down Under, but more than two-thirds of Aussies still consider a drink with mates to be a great national tradition. Can low- and no-alcohol beers provide an adequate substitute for booze? And what constitutes a beer-drinking experience without the beer?

Many Americans will opt for a Diet Coke or low-fat mayonnaise to be a bit healthier, but would they choose a lighter brew when drinking at a bar? Canvas8 spoke to 20 men and women from across the US to find out what situations would encourage them to order non- and low-alcohol beers.

Kellogg’s has collaborated with a local brewery to create a range of beers made from discarded grain. As consumers expect companies to do more to fight food waste, brands are adapting not only their product ranges but their methods of production too.

The craft beer boom isn’t just affecting what Americans buy at bars and in stores – for some enthusiasts, it’s reshaping the way they spend their free time. How are brewpubs, taprooms, and immersive events helping small, local brewers attract visitors from beyond their home state?