Light beer is one of the bestsellers on the alcohol market. And if you are a beer enthusiast, then you have probably tried several varieties of light beers to find the best option. The experts of Roskachestvo did the same. They researched 40 brands to select the highest quality brands in their price range.
As a result, the leaders of the list itself best light beer 2018 11 brands were recognized, which we present to your attention. Experts of Roskachestvo recognized as beer only the drink that was made from 80% malt and 20% unmalted products. And if the manufacturer was greedy for malt, then this is not beer, but a beer drink. With this it is better to do one of 10 unusual ways to use beer.
11. Zlaty Bazant
The price, on average, is 84 rubles per 0.5 liter.
Fortress -4.1%.
This refreshing, light drink of a Slovak brand and Russian production has a malt aroma, but hops are poorly felt. It is easy to drink and is great for a friendly get-together with salty snacks and fish.
However, many beer lovers complain that Zlaty Bazant has almost no taste and is associated with “something gray”. At the same time, this beer is drunk easily and alcohol is not felt, so you can get carried away and overdo it.
10. Löwenbräu
Price - 107 rubles.
Fortress - 5.4%.
The beer brainchild of the German brand is made in accordance with the Beer Purity Act of 1516. And the brand itself was founded back in 1383. Curiously, Löwenbräu is one of the few breweries eligible to participate in the popular Oktoberfest beer festival.
Löwenbräu beer has a hop aroma with a slight sourness, and a pleasant taste with a slight bitterness. The aftertaste is also bitter and quite long.
9. Faxe
Price - 90 rubles.
Fortress -4.9%.
An inexpensive drink for connoisseurs of foamy drinks has a golden yellow hue, and a pronounced taste with a hop aroma and a strong but pleasant bitterness. The head of this lager is fluffy but fades quickly.
Manufactured by Faxe "Moscow Brewing Company" under license from a Danish brand.
8. Krušovice
Price - 70 rubles.
Fortress - 5%.
At the beginning of July of this year, Roskachestvo already carried out an examination of the light Krušovice, comparing beer brewed in Russia and in the Czech Republic. It turned out that the quality of the products had very little difference, despite the difference in price. Domestic Krušovice is bottled in St. Petersburg and the production is connected with the Czech brand only by a license to release the product.
This beer has a solid classic taste with natural hops and a pleasant slight bitterness. The foam is lush and does not disappear immediately, like many other manufacturers.
A Czech-made lager is more expensive - from 150 rubles.
7. Bavaria
Price - 66 rubles.
Fortress - 5%.
For those who are just discovering light beer, Bavaria is a good choice. Of course, it is not as good as the German varieties, but it is quite good, with a dense foam and a pronounced bitterness.
This beer does not become boring and its taste does not stay in the mouth for a long time. It refreshes and suits well for the summer season, with barbecue and good mood.
6. Krušovice Imperial
Price - 161 rubles.
Fortress - 5%.
The only imported product in the rating of the highest quality and most delicious beer in 2018.This Czech lager is distinguished by its rich amber color, abundant foam and a soft and delicate taste that does not feel strong, but does feel bitter. It is best to drink Krušovice Imperial chilled, then it tastes best.
5. "Three Bears"
Price - 44 rubles.
Fortress - 4.7%.
High-quality and inexpensive beer foams well, does not taste bitter and goes well with salty snacks. It perfectly quenches thirst, and in order to fully appreciate the taste of "Three Bears", drink the drink in small sips. Alcohol in beer is felt, but the next morning the head does not hurt. Unless, of course, you do not drink several cans at a time and do not even drink the best vodka.
4. Stella Artois
Price - 127 rubles.
Strength - 4.8%.
The popular light lager is characterized by a short shelf life, which indicates the absence of preservatives in the composition. This beer foams well, has a rich taste without bitterness and a fresh, light aroma with subtle hints of hops.
But alcohol in Stella Artois is not felt and you can easily drink more than you need.
3. Heineken
Price - 76 rubles.
Fortress - 5%.
Top-3 of the best beers of Russian production are opened by Heineken, loved by beer lovers for its delicate aroma and refreshing taste with a slight sourness. But not very rich, so it is perfect for snacks and other light meals. According to the reviews of fans, this beer perfectly raises the appetite and, like other foamy drinks, it is better to drink it chilled. Heineken is one of the the most popular brands of beer in the world.
2. "Halzan"
Price - 42 rubles.
Fortress - 4.5%.
One of two brands of light beer, which became the best in the price category from 67 to 110 rubles per liter. This drink has an original design, and is moderately bitter in taste and not strong. In the head, as they say, does not hit. It foams a lot, has a pleasant smell and is not inferior to many more expensive analogues. In general, a great option if you have little money, but you want to drink good beer.
1. Amstel
Price - 67 rubles.
Strength - 4.5%.
The first line of the selection of the best beer according to Roskachestvo is a delicious and beautiful-looking foamy drink. It will appeal to both novice beer lovers and beer gourmets who are accustomed to beer with a balanced taste and abundant foam. Amstel has a good bitterness and a hop feel, but in moderation.
Not all brewers agreed with Roskachestvo's assessment. The Brewers' Union said that the organization committed violations during the tasting and in the preparation of materials. In addition, the brewers were dissatisfied with the decision of Roskachestvo to divide the tested products into “tasty” and “not tasty”.