Quick answer

Store DAYS 0.0% beer cans upright in a cool, dark place, then chill them for at least 4–6 hours before serving. Serve lager-style cans at 3–5°C (37–41°F) for a crisp finish, and pour gently down the side of a clean glass to protect the carbonation. Once opened, drink within a day or two for the best flavour.

Why can storage and serving matter more with 0.0% beer

Alcohol-free beer is still a delicate, carbonated drink. Without the preservative effect of alcohol, it can be more sensitive to oxygen, heat and light, so the way you store and serve it has a direct impact on how fresh and clean it tastes. Cans help by blocking light completely, but they still benefit from a cool, stable spot away from strong odours and direct sun.

The good news is that you do not need special equipment. A cupboard, a fridge shelf and a clean glass are enough to get the best from any DAYS can, whether it is a classic Lager or a fruit-forward limited release.

Know your cans before you chill

Different DAYS cans suit slightly different moments. The DAYS Lager is brewed to a traditional Helles recipe, so it is clean and crisp, while the DAYS Passion Fruit Lager brings juicy tropical flavours to the same 0.0% base. The DAYS Mixed Lager, Pale Ale & Peach Cans Pack gives you an even split of Lager, Pale Ale and Peach Lager, which is handy if you want to test which style you prefer at different temperatures.

Because all of these are 0.0% ABV, you can treat them like any other canned soft drink for storage purposes, but their flavour is closer to beer, so a little care pays off. If you are unsure how long an open can keeps, remember that freshness fades faster once the seal is broken.

Step-by-step: storing and serving DAYS cans at home

  1. 1. Keep cans upright and unopened until you chill them: Store your cans upright in a cupboard or pantry away from direct sunlight and heat sources such as radiators or ovens. Upright storage keeps the base of the can clean and reduces the chance of sediment being disturbed if any settles. Checkpoint: if you would not store a bag of crisps there, it is probably too warm or too bright for beer.
  2. 2. Chill for at least 4–6 hours before serving: Move the cans you plan to drink to the fridge. For a crisp, refreshing pour, aim for 3–5°C (37–41°F), which is a standard domestic fridge temperature. If you are short on time, a bowl of ice water will chill a can faster than the fridge, but do not freeze cans. Checkpoint: a warm can will taste flatter and less clean, so plan ahead rather than pouring straight from the cupboard.
  3. 3. Let the can settle for a minute after moving it: If you have just carried cans in from the shop or given them a shake, let them stand for a minute before opening. This reduces foaming and lets the carbonation stabilise. Common mistake: opening a can immediately after it has been knocked around, which can cause an unpredictable rush of foam.
  4. 4. Pour gently into a clean glass: Tilt a clean, dry glass and pour the beer slowly down the side, then straighten the glass as it fills. This preserves carbonation and releases the aroma without creating a large head. If you prefer to drink from the can, that is fine too, but a glass will show off the aroma better. Checkpoint: a glass that still smells of detergent or has water droplets in it will flatten the head and dull the flavour.
  5. 5. Drink within a sensible window once opened: Once a can is opened, the beer will gradually lose carbonation and freshness. Cover and refrigerate any unfinished portion and aim to drink it within 24 hours for the best taste. If you are not sure, pour a small amount and check the aroma before committing. Common mistake: leaving an open can on a warm counter for hours, which makes it taste stale and flat.

DAYS cans at a glance

  • DAYS MIXED LAGER, PALE ALE & PEACH CANS PACK: An even split of clean, crisp Lager, bold, balanced Pale Ale and juicy, refreshing Peach Lager, all 0.0% ABV. A mixed pack lets you compare how different styles respond to chilling and pouring, so you can find your preferred serve without buying three separate cases.
  • DAYS LAGER: Brewed to a traditional Helles recipe, Days Lager is clean, crisp and 0.0% ABV, and is best served chilled. A simple, crisp lager is the easiest place to start if you are new to storing and serving alcohol-free beer, because the flavour is straightforward and responds well to a cold fridge.
  • DAYS PASSION FRUIT LAGER: Juicy tropical flavours meet a clean, crisp 0.0% ABV lager, and it is the third beer in the limited-edition Sunrise Series. Fruit-forward cans can taste dull if they are too warm, so this is a good candidate for a longer chill before serving.