Imagine sitting on the beach and the warmth of the day hugs you. What would you crave the most? A chilled bottle of beer to relax and unwind? Well, what better than Corona beer? Corona beer is one of the most preferred beer brands in India, which has captured the hearts of beer lovers worldwide with its crisp and refreshing taste. But how much do you know about this Mexican brand? Well, do not worry because from its history to the variants, unsobered is here to take you on a journey through the world of Corona Beer! Ready?
Corona beer was first brewed in 1925 in Mexico by Grupo Modelo to celebrate the company's 10th anniversary. The beer was crafted by German immigrant brewmaster Adolph H. Schmedtje. It was made by blending corn, hops, barley malt, and yeast, resulting in a light, crisp pale lager that is well-suited for Mexico’s warm climate. The name "Corona" means "crown" in Spanish!
It entered the Indian market as an imported premium beer brand. The target audiences were the upscale consumers who wished for a refreshing drinking experience. As a part of the global strategy of its parent company, AB InBev, Corona was introduced in India. The brand appeals to young, aspirational drinkers through events like lifestyle marketing and music festival sponsorships.
Corona Beer or Corona Extra Beer is a classic Mexican pale lager that has a crisp, light, and refreshing taste with a very well-balanced flavor profile. It offers a mild malt sweetness with subtle corn and citrus notes, with a tinge of bitterness from the hops.
The texture has moderate to high carbonation, which gives it a slightly dry taste. It feels light and refreshing when it is served cold, and it gains a bit of body when it is warm. The aroma of this variant is fruity, offering a hint of malt and hops’ bitterness.
The taste is not too strong or heavy, making it the perfect drink to pair with your favourite delicacies, especially Mexican dishes.
With about 4.6% ABV and 148 calories per serving, this is a very popular choice of drink among people, especially in a sunny, outdoor setting.
Corona Beer or Corona Extra is available in India in two sizes: bottles of 330 ml and 650 ml. It is also available in a 500ml can.
Corona Beer | Mumbai | Delhi | Kolkata | Bengaluru |
330 ml bottle | ~INR 200 | ~INR 165 | ~INR 200 | ~INR 205 |
550 ml can | ~INR 250 | ~INR 200 | ~INR 240 | ~INR 250 |
650 ml bottle | ~INR 580-600 | ~INR 570 | ~INR 550 | ~INR 540-580 |
The most prominent variant of Corona Beer available in India is Corona Extra. It is the flagship and main variant of Corona Beer and is very easily available in India at liquor stores and online platforms.
The other variants of Corona beer (which might be available in India only through special exporters) are:
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