Athletic Brewing Company Unveils Nitro Emerald Cliffs: Its First Nitrogen-Infused Non Alcoholic Irish Dark Brew

Athletic Brewing Company’s Nitro Emerald Cliffs, a dark Irish-style brew, is now available. This release delivers a creamier, softer take on the traditional style, while still maintaining roasted malt flavors with a velvety finish. It is the next step in the brand’s progression in non-alcoholic brewing innovation.

In a press release, Athletic Brewing Company announced that Nitro Emerald Cliffs is on sale exclusively on www.athleticbrewing.com beginning February 17, 2026, while supplies last. ($14.99/6-pack)

Crafted with roasted barley and hops, Nitro Emerald Cliffs delivers rich aromatics of sweet chocolate, coffee, and fresh-cut wood, balanced by mild bitterness and a medium body. It checks in at 90 calories and less than 0.5% ABV. Nitrogen infusion creates a signature cascade effect, forming a dense, creamy head and replacing the sharp bite of carbonation with a silky, smooth mouthfeel.

The launch marks a technical milestone for Athletic. Developing a non-alcoholic nitro beer required roughly 18 months of R&D, including benchtop lab trials, infrastructure upgrades, and retrofitting the company’s Connecticut brewery to support nitrogen infusion. The team engineered a unique process to dial in the precise balance of nitrogen and carbon dioxide — ensuring the ideal pour, foam stability, and mouthfeel without relying on a widget inside the can.

In the rapidly growing NA category, Nitro Emerald Cliffs reflects Athletic’s commitment to pushing NA brewing innovation forward while continuing to raise the bar on recipe development and flavor.

Quick Facts

• Brew Name: Nitro Emerald Cliffs
• Brew Style: Irish-Style Dark Brew
• Brew Description: Crafted with roasted barley and hops, Nitro Emerald Cliffs is an Irish-style dark brew with mild bitterness and medium body. An infusion of nitrogen gives it a denser foam and creamier texture, allowing notes of sweet chocolate, coffee, and fresh-cut wood to shine. The result is a balanced but indulgent drinking experience inspired by the unique beauty of Ireland’s shores.
• Ingredients: Water, Malted Barley, Wheat, Oats, Hops, Yeast
• Nutritional Information: 90 Calories, 21g of carbs, <1g protein, 0g fat.
• Brew Details: <0.5% ABV, 35 IBUs, Vegan, Non-GMO
• Brewer’s Note: Shake gently and pour fast (completely vertically) into a glass. Infused with nitrogen, this medium-bodied Irish-style dark brew pours smooth and creamy, showcasing roasted barley character with notes of chocolate, coffee, and gentle bitterness.
• Drink It With: Shepherd’s Pie, Corned Beef & Cabbage, Mashed Potatoes
• Availability: Nitro Emerald Cliffs will be sold exclusively on www.athleticbrewing.com beginning February 17, 2026, while supplies last.
• Price: $14.99 per 6-pack