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Ticket has introduced a non-alcoholic lemongrass lager to its portfolio. Ticket creates crafted non-alcoholic beer that mirrors the tastes, aromas and mouthfeel associated with everyday beers, but at less than 0.5% ABV. The lemongrass ingredient will amplify its saffron-infused base, according to Ticket. Additionally, the brand prioritises using ingredients with added health and wellness benefits in its products. Lemongrass is said to be beneficial for tackling digestive issues including cramps and gastric ulcers. Faeghe Solemani, Ticket co-founder, said: “Like saffron before it, lemongrass has a proud track record in medicinal and wellness circles, in this particular instance supporting good immune health and digestion”. She added: “It’s a clean, lingering flavour and scent readily associated with far-flung holidays, full-spread BBQs and lazy summery weekends, which is why we wanted to launch our feelgood lager at the very beginning of summer, not simply to provide greater non-alcoholic choice but also to show that we’re anything but a one-way ticket.” The low-alcohol lager will initially be available for an RSP of £2.99 on Ocado.