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Why are “non-alcoholic beverages (wine, beer, spirits)” considered non-halal for Muslim consumption?
2025-05-15
MUIS FatwaThe Committee noted:
1） Even if the product contains low alcohol content(Lower than0.5%)and/or zero alcohol content and/Or the alcohol has been removed and the product is made using a process similar to that of alcohol, so even if the small amount of alcohol in the product would not cause a person to become intoxicated, it is a no-no.
2） These products are marketed in a manner similar to alcoholic beverages. Halal law prohibits such practices or practices that could lead to haraam activities, even if they are permissible in their natural state. This is consistent with the principles of halal law.
Therefore, products that meet the first or second criteria or both are considered non-Muslim for consumption.Halalfood.