What is legally non-alcoholic? Understanding Global Definitions and ABV Thresholds
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a beverage containing less than 0.5% Alcohol by Volume (ABV) is classified as non-alcoholic, a benchmark also recognized by many other countries. However, this seemingly simple definition masks a complex landscape of different international regulations and product labeling nuances that define what is legally non-alcoholic, requiring consumers to look closer than ever at the fine print.
