It seems people either love Bud Light or they hate it.
Here’s one for the haters (and for the fans who like options) … 10 low-key everyday beers that have a strong case for being better than Bud Light.
And let’s face facts:
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Bud Light’s dominance certainly has slipped over the last several years.
In fact, a foreign beer is officially tops in the USA!
So for those who think Bud Light has lost a step in the competition – there’s plenty of data out there to argue for these 10 competitors.
Let’s start with its smooth-tasting, but bitter rival…
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Brewer: Molson Coors
Calories: 96 calories (per 12 ounces)
The case: THE choice for those that enjoy a very light, crisp, refreshing beer. Truly “tastes great and less filling.”
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Brewer: Heineken N.V.
Calories: 142 calories (per 12 oz.)
The case: Domestic or import? If the latter, this Dutch import is often the call. Its pale lager in those distinctive green bottles fits the bill!
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Brewer: Grupo Modelo
Calories: 144 calories (per 12 oz.)
The case: If consumers vote with their wallets, Modelo Especial has a strong case. It took over the top spot in America from Bud Light in recent years.
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Brewer: Diageo
Calories: 125 calories (per 12 oz.)
The case: If you want a Guinness stout, nothing else can really substitute!
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Brewer: Pabst Brewing Company
Calories: 144 calories (per 12 oz.)
The case: Before it was adopted by hipsters, a PBR was a good beer at a good price. Some would say “great” and “great.”
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Brewer: D.G. Yuengling & Son
Calories: 140 (per 12 oz.)
The case: You go anywhere near Philly, and it’s no argument!
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Brewer: Boston Beer Company
Calories: 175 calories (per 12 oz.)
The case: Samuel Adams Boston Lager is the OG microbrew and right in that sweet spot of upscale but not too upscale.
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Brewer: Molson Coors
Calories: 170 calories (per 12 oz.)
The case: That wonderful Belgium-style White beer is one of my favorites. And like a Corona with a lime, even better with an orange slice!
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Brewer: Anheuser-Busch
Calories: 95 calories (per 12 oz.)
The case: As a friend once said, “You want value? Natty Light. You want taste? Natty Light.”
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Brewer: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Calories: 175 calories (per 12 oz.)
The case: This one’s so good, it’s debatable whether it counts as an “everyday beer.” But we had to include one of the first great craft breweries.
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I couldn’t leave without giving Bud Light its due!
Brewer: Anheuser-Busch
Calories: 110 calories (per 12 oz.)
The case: Bud Light might be the beer the most people think of when you say, “beer.” And it may reclaim its throne as the best-selling beer at some point.
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So there you have it – 10 beers who all have a compelling case to make that they’re better than Bud Light.
What do you think?
Is Bud Light the best or is it one of the other contenders? Miller Lite is my pick. Share yours in the comments section.
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