Cheers? Kristen Bell’s Daughters Enjoy Nonalcoholic Beer

In a recent episode of “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” actress Kristen Bell shared an interesting revelation about her two daughters, Lincoln and Delta. It seems that the young girls, aged 10 and 8 respectively, have developed a taste for nonalcoholic beer.

Bell explained that this unusual preference stems from their early days as infants when she and her husband, Dax Shepard, would take the babies on evening walks. Shepard, a recovering addict, would often enjoy a nonalcoholic beer during these walks, with their oldest daughter on his chest. According to Bell, the baby would paw at the beer and occasionally suck on the rim, associating it with something special and connected to their family. Bell made it clear that the beers Shepard consumed were completely alcohol-free.

The actress did admit that it can be a bit awkward when Lincoln asks for nonalcoholic beer while they are out at restaurants. She jokingly suggested that they keep it as a home-time treat, aware that it might raise some eyebrows. However, she also expressed that she doesn’t see anything wrong with it and is unapologetic about their family’s choice.

This isn’t the first time Bell has spoken about her children ordering nonalcoholic drinks at restaurants. In a previous podcast interview, she shared the same story and anticipated the potential judgment from others. Nevertheless, she firmly asserted her conviction that she is a great parent who is always learning and emphasized that the nonalcoholic beer holds sentimental value for her daughters by making them feel closer to their dad.

For those unfamiliar with the world of boozeless brews, it’s worth distinguishing between alcohol-free beer and nonalcoholic beer. The Food and Drug Administration states that alcohol-free beer has no detectable levels of alcohol and is labeled as 0.0% ABV. On the other hand, nonalcoholic beer can contain up to 0.5% ABV.

Although Czech Republic experts have expressed concerns over children consuming nonalcoholic beer, citing potential future risks, it is important to note that these drinks have minimal to zero alcohol content. Consuming nonalcoholic beer may introduce children to the taste of hops, increasing their likelihood of consuming alcohol in other situations. However, the choice to allow her children to have nonalcoholic beer remains a personal decision for Bell and Shepard.

It is clear that Bell is aware of potential criticism or backlash from those who disagree with her parenting approach. However, she remains resolute in her belief that she is doing what is right for her family. As of now, a representative for Bell has not provided any additional comments on the matter.

So, cheers to Bell and her daughters enjoying their nonalcoholic beers, a unique and sentimental bonding experience for their family.