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A bottle of Peroni Nastro Azzurro next to a glass mug of poured beer with a foamy head on a kitchen counter, with a stove and espresso maker in the background.

Peroni Nastro Azzurro Reviewed

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Peroni Nastro Azzurro is a perfectly serviceable Italian pale lager that knows exactly what it is—and doesn’t try to be anything more. It pours a clear, pale gold with a modest white head and drinks light and easy from the first sip. The aroma is subtle and grain-forward, with faint floral and herbal notes that stay clean and restrained.

On the palate, Peroni is crisp and straightforward, but it has more bite than most U.S. mass-market lagers. There’s a soft malt base up front, followed by a noticeable yet controlled bitterness that carries through the finish. Unlike many American macro beers that come across watered down or vaguely soapy, Peroni stays clean and dry, with a bitterness that actually tastes intentional rather than muted or diluted.

That makes it a dependable dinner beer—easy to drink, but not bland. The finish is quick and refreshing, and while it won’t excite anyone chasing complexity, it also doesn’t disappear on the tongue. It holds its shape better than most mainstream lagers and pairs well with food without getting in the way.

Peroni isn’t here to impress craft beer purists, and that’s fine. It’s designed to be consistent, refreshing, and approachable. In that role, it succeeds. If you’re choosing between Peroni and the usual American mass-market options, Peroni comes off as cleaner, more structured, and simply better made.

It’s not special—but it’s solid, reliable, and easy to enjoy, especially when you want a light lager that still finishes with some character.

Style: Italian Pale Lager

ABV: 5.0 %

IBUs: N/A

Seasonal: Year-round

Brewer: Peroni Nastro Azzurro is an Italian lager brand founded in Rome and now owned globally by Asahi Group Holdings. In the U.S., the beer is brewed and distributed domestically under Molson Coors, aiming to deliver a fresh, clean, food-friendly lager inspired by its original Italian recipe.

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12oz bottle of Abita Strawberry Lager with a red label featuring strawberries, brewed with real Louisiana strawberries.

Abita Strawberry Lager Review

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I first tried Abita Brewing Company’s Strawberry Lager years ago and thought it was just okay. At the time, I even liked another strawberry beer more. But beer can change over time, so I decided to give it another shot. I’m glad I did—this one is much better than I remember.

Brewed with juicy, ripe Louisiana strawberries picked at their peak, this crisp lager immediately hits you with the aroma of real strawberry as soon as it’s poured. The flavor is sweet but balanced, with enough strawberry to stand out while still letting the light gold lager, made with pilsner and wheat malts and Tradition hops, shine through. There’s no artificial aftertaste—just a clean, refreshing finish that makes it easy to go back for another sip.

One of the best things about Abita Strawberry Lager is that it’s available year-round. That means whether it’s the middle of summer or the dead of winter, you can enjoy its bright fruit character and crisp, easy-drinking nature anytime. If you’re looking for a fruit beer that actually tastes like fresh fruit and is refreshing from start to finish, this one’s worth picking up.

  • Style: Fruit Lager
  • ABV: 4.2 %
  • IBUs: 13
  • Seasonal: Year-round
  • Brewer: Abita Brewing Company, located in Abita Springs, Louisiana, crafts its beers using pristine artesian water drawn from deep local wells. Known for producing full-flavored, easy-drinking ales and lagers, the brewery also makes small-batch sodas, root beer, and hop water—all brewed to reflect the Louisiana way of life.









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