11 beers from around the world everyone should try

Publish date: 2024-07-21

From Germany to Jamaica, here are some iconic world beers everyone should try.

You can't talk about beer in Ireland without mentioning Guinness.

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Fun fact about Guinness: It is actually not black in color, but instead a deep ruby red . Also, for those who want that perfectly creamy head, it's suggested to pour the brew at a 45-degree angle.

Beer is an integral part of Japanese culture, and Sapporo is the oldest beer in Japan.

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Aside from Sapporo, Asahi reigns supreme as the top-selling beer in Japan. The brand has only been around since 1987, but they've made a lasting impression as being the first "dry" beer in Japan. Asahi's tasting notes are light-bodied, clean with a light hop bitterness aftertaste.

Jamaica is famous for Red Stripe beer.

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Jamaica may be known for its rum, but you shouldn't discount the impact of beer in this Caribbean country. Also popular in the United States, Red Stripe is the local favorite. The pale lager was first introduced in 1938 and has been a staple ever since.

Italy has a growing craft beer culture.

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Many Americans have tried Mexican beers, but Tecate is one of the best.

Most of the beer available in Mexico are lagers, pilsners, and the occasional dark brew. In addition to being served chilled, you can also get it Michelada style : beer with lime juice, or lime juice mixed with a variety of spicy sauces like Worcestershire, tabasco, or soy sauce.

Madagascar's highest selling beer is Three Horses Beer.

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THB is fairly ubiquitous on the island. You can ask for it by saying its initials in French: "Tay-Ash-Bay."

The Netherlands has won awards for Heineken.

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The Czech Republic's Pilsner Urquell is largely responsible for why pilsners are popular the world over.

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Germany's Klsch beer is light and refreshing.

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If you ask for a glass of beer in Brazil, you'll likely be served Brahma.

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One of the best beers in the world is from Belgium.

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While some of the beers on this list have been mass produced, this beer from the Trappist monks at The Abbey of Saint Sixtus of Westvleteren just outside of Brussels is another thing entirely. Since about 1839, the three types of beer brewed at this abbey are said to be some of the best in the world .

It is incredibly hard to get, though. The monks who brew the beer refuse to brew more to meet demand because they " brew beer to be able to afford to be monks ." Still, if you can make it to Brussels and drive an hour and a half, it's worth the trip.

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11 beers from around the world everyone should try

You can't talk about beer in Ireland without mentioning Guinness.

Beer is an integral part of Japanese culture, and Sapporo is the oldest beer in Japan.

Jamaica is famous for Red Stripe beer.

Italy has a growing craft beer culture.

Many Americans have tried Mexican beers, but Tecate is one of the best.

Madagascar's highest selling beer is Three Horses Beer.

The Netherlands has won awards for Heineken.

The Czech Republic's Pilsner Urquell is largely responsible for why pilsners are popular the world over.

Germany's Klsch beer is light and refreshing.

If you ask for a glass of beer in Brazil, you'll likely be served Brahma.

One of the best beers in the world is from Belgium.