Monsoon is in full swing, and we are loving the splashes. While the rains leave very little scope for going outside, we are bundled up at home, and there’s no better time to sit with a can of beer, especially as we celebrate International Beer Day. Whether it’s binge-watch night with bae or a get-together with friends, beer is the perfect drink to make merry. Pair it with perfect appetizers, and you are ready to have a warm evening as it rains outside. Choose from these light and strong beers listed below, as per your preference.
Godfather Super 8
This strong beer has 8% ABV, the maximum permissible for strong beers in India. A brand with an iconic status among beer lovers, Godfather Super 8 comes with notes of coriander and pale malt. It is made with the choicest Indian malts and German bitters. Brewed over an extended brewing cycle, the beer is smooth, refreshing, and lends a great taste. Godfather Legendary is the flagship variant of this brand and has been extremely popular for over four decades.
Six Fields Blanche
This light golden beer is a Belgian-style wheat beer made of wheat, oats, coriander seed, malted barley, and bitter orange peels with German hops. With 4.5% ABV, it is available in pints, cans, and 5-liter kegs, making it the perfect party accompaniment and giving you the feeling of drinking directly from the tap.
Bira 91 White
This cloudy beer has 4.9% ABV content and is perfectly light and breezy even during the arid winters. The citrus and coriander give it high aromas, while the beer itself has low bitterness. The wheaty-flavored beer has a hint of coriander and orange. This medium golden-hued beer is a delightful drink.
Simba Strong
Despite a high alcohol content of 8% ABV, this beer does not leave a bitter aftertaste. It is mainly because the beer has taste notes and aromas that are subtle and not overpowering. This crisp and dark amber-colored drink does not contain any sugar and has notes of malt, bread, and citrus. Relish it with any food you like, as it is a balanced drink.
Kotsberg Premium Pils
Another light beer with 4.5% ABV, Kotsberg Premium Pils comprises brewed barley, rice, and German hops. Barley gives it the color tone and malty sweet flavor, whereas the rice lightens the beer, giving it a crisp and refreshing taste. This award-winning beer is light and moderate, making it apt as a party starter.
Hoegaarden
This creamy light Belgian beer has 4.9% ABV and is traditionally served with a slice of lemon to give it a kick. With a flavor savoring orange peel, spices, herbs, and coriander, it is the perfect blend of sweet and sour. Its appearance, too, is loved by beer guzzlers.
Hunter Beer
This International Beer Day, indulge in Hunter, a premium German-style beer crafted with precision and passion. Brewed with the finest malts from Argentina and Chile, combined with high-quality German hops, Hunter offers a strong yet smooth taste that resonates with the new generation of beer lovers. Its rich aroma and exceptional palatability make it a perfect choice for unwinding after a long day. Hunter promises enduring bliss with its ideal balance of maltiness and crispiness, delivering a truly remarkable beer experience. The beer comes in sleek, attractive packaging, available in both bottles and cans, ensuring you can enjoy this exceptional brew anytime, anywhere.
STOK Strong
STOK Strong is a bold brew with a smooth, satisfying finish. This masterfully crafted beer unveils a subtly bitter taste, spiced with a rich character that delivers a complex and invigorating experience. The top notes feature a hint of toasted malt and a touch of malted barley, seamlessly blending into the bottom notes of earthy hops and a whisper of spice. Designed for the life of the party, STOK Strong is for those who naturally become the center of attention in every sphere of life. Its persona resonates with individuals who possess inherent leadership qualities and effortlessly take the lead in all social conversations.
Power Cool Beer
Raise a glass to International Beer Day with Power Cool Beer, renowned for its distinctively satisfying taste. This exceptional beer is crafted with the finest German hops, premium Indian malt, and a delightful blend of grainy and fruity flavors, finishing with a subtle bitter note. Power Cool’s packaging is designed for versatility and a strong brand presence. Available in 650 ml bottles, 500 ml cans, 330 ml bottles, and 330 ml cans, each option is clearly labeled to emphasize the beer’s strength and quality ingredients. Celebrated for its affordability, Power Cool is the second most popular and best-selling beer brand in Karnataka, making it the perfect choice to toast International Beer Day.
Ragi Beer
Ragi Beer is a tribute to Bangalore, brewed with organic, malted, and roasted ragi. This smooth, sessionable beer is reminiscent of a cozy evening at home. It’s a special treat that we release once a year to commemorate Rajyotsava, making it a highly anticipated experience for beer enthusiasts. Perfectly balanced and flavorful, it pairs seamlessly with everything on our menu.
Coorg Coffee Stout
Coorg Coffee Stout is a modern twist on a classic stout. Infused with dark malts and Coorg coffee beans, this beer offers robust roastiness and a burst of rich coffee flavor. The coffee beans are expertly roasted to enhance the stout’s deep, full-bodied profile, making it a delightful complement to our delicious desserts.
Bira 91 Light
For the fitness enthusiast seeking to reduce calorie intake, Bira 91 Light is the perfect fit. It has fewer calories than a glass of champagne, most cocktails, even a glass of milk or orange juice! A “lunchtime lager,” this is a light-bodied beer that can be paired with a light meal any time of day. With a super light body, clean appearance, and crisp taste, this is an eminently sessionable beer.
Bira Malabar Stout
For those who need a hint of caffeine in every sip, Malabar Stout is the ideal choice. Blended with locally sourced coffee from the Malabar hills in India, this beer mimics a cold brew coffee with alcohol. Lighter on the palate compared to traditional stouts, this beer evokes nutty flavors of roasted malts and tropical coffee.
Lone Wolf
The brew crew comprises different variations of beer; Mavrick Blonde Lager is crisp and light-bodied, 100% malted beer with an earthy aroma and below 5% alcohol content. Cost: 100 INR
Alpha which is refreshing and smooth made with both malted and unlimited grain with citrus and coriander flavors and 5% alcohol content. Cost: 125 INR
Strong , has low bitterness, and is smooth with 6-8% alcohol content. Cost: 110 INR
Availability – Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh and Goa.
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