I would like to hear which beer everyone commonly chooses when ordering from the domestics menu, and why. I titled the post as such, because these are the two most popular flavors that people choose. I always go back and forth between these two for numerous reasons, the reasons aren't always associated with taste. So, let me/us know which one and why.
Domestics like:
Coors Light
Bud Light
Miller Lite
Busch Light
Keystone Light
Coors
Bud
etc...
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Rob,
This is more a question of circumstance and social and venue specific implications generally dictate the answer. I mean if we're at some dive and there's a deal on buckets Schlitz or on Old Style Tall Boys you know we're probably going to hit that for both comic and eeconomic reasons.
Generally I like variety in my flavors of beer and generally like the deep end of the spectrum, but am always up for something new. If I must choose, however, my progression goes like this:
1. Coors Original "Banquet Beer"
Because, if you're going to drink light american domestic beer, are you sure you even have the balls to be out in public in a bar anyways? Plus, I mean really, the yellow cans are cool. You can't argue that.
2. Bud "the diesel"
The diesel, much like the cowboy beer above, has a bit better flavor than its brand dominating light cousin, is a bit sweeter, and has more nutritional value. This is the also the easiest beer to order. You need simply to still be able to utter the word "Bud" convincingly enough for the bartender to serve you.
3. Coors Light
If it must be a light beer it may as well be this one as we're all pretty used to it thanks to the geography of our formative years and its heavy sponsorship of all things rodeo in the planet.
In recap: American Domestic beers are a good consistent offering that generally will provide you the same experience across brands, even though people will eternally argue brands with the most minute differences like American protestants will eternally argue their minute differences. It's all basically the same, but it's still pretty good to go to if you're going to drink a lot of it or you're eating wings or cheeseburger. Really, it's kindof like the missionary position of beers...
"missionary position of beers"
Not only do I like that, but I will most likely recycle that phrase.
I too would go with Coors Light, when choosing between the light beers. Actually, I am normally a light beer guy, so I would choose the lights over the heavies most of the time.
Although, I went out Thursday with one of the coaches and order Easy Street and 5 Barrel the entire night 2 easies, 1 5, long night :-) Although different styles, Easy Street won the battle that night. The other coach ordered the diesel without a thought. He is probably tougher than I am.
Lately, when it's time for a bland American beer, it's been Miller Lite for me--simply because they got me with their new Ad campaign--the one that claims they win a bunch of gold medals at competitions. Along those same lines, here is something you guys might find interesting. Look who won medals at last year's Great American Beer fest:
American Style Light Lager: Gold-Old Milwaukee Light; Silver-Pabst Blue Ribbon Light; Bronze-Coors Light
American Style Lager: Gold-Hamms; Silver-Miller Genuine Draft
American Style Cream Ale or Lager: Gold-Lone Star (by Pabst); Silver-Old Style (also Pabst)
That's about the best news I've heard in a while--"experts" say that cheap beers are good! Makes me wonder how Bud Light became the most popular beer in bars. Is it just marketing?
And by the way--Large Brewing Company of the Year. . . PABST!
I don't really understand things like beer awards. I find them similar to people trying to rate music. No matter how impartial the judge claims to be or how much of a "beer" expert they are I would think you would still give the best rating to one that best suits your taste. I don't think that there is anyway to get away from that. Basically, I don't feel that award winning beers will necessarily translate into me liking them. Case in point, Lone Star, I think it tastes awful.
As far as the domestics: I would say that I generally go the way of Miller Light. I don't think it is because of their add campaign as I have been picking Miller light as my macro brew for quite some time now.
I agree with m@ here. It's a matter of place. I mean, is there any place on earth that has keystone light on tap? If there was, I'm sure I'd buy it. But, because such a heaven doesn't exist, I usually go with Bud Light or Miller Lite, depending on my mood.
In a bottle, I go with Miller Lite. I haven't quite put my finger on it yet, but Bud Light tastes better out of the tap. And Miller Lite is better out of the bottle. Weird, I know.
Icy cold bottles of Coors Light for me, only because I think they drink the fastest and with the least amount of delay. That, and high school.
For a heavier domestic beer, number one on the list has to be Grain Belt. I'm telling you guys, when this hits Neb, it's going to be huge. Coors Original is pretty outstanding as well. MGD comes in third, talk shit all you want but this stuff is fucking awesome.
If a 24oz can of Busch Light is available its a lock for me. If it is not than I'll settle for a 12oz can or 16oz can. If that is not, then at absolute minimum I'll settle for a bottle of Busch light but only if I have a tie on.
O'Mally's, the bar I used to work at, used to have Keystone Light on tap. The owner was high school buddies with the Coors guy in town, so they had deal going. Every beer on tap was made by Coors, the Coors guy referred to it as his trophy case. That’s my Keystone Light story.
As far as the different flavor of beers based on its container (bottle, can, keg), it has to do with the amount of oxygen that is allowed into the container. They each allow different amounts of oxygen to diffuse/permeate into the container, that’s the reason for the different taste. Oxidation...good word. :-)
There are a number of factors to consider when selecting from the menu of mainstream beers.
1.) Price. When you're at the Cotton Bowl and beers are $6.50 each you need as much flavor, carbs, and alcohol as possible. Then it's a no-brainer. Light beer isn't an option. Decision: Bud Diesel.
2.) Quantity. If you don't give a shit about your safety or the livelihood of those around you and you're gonna drink your face off regardless of what your girlfriend says, then think light, cheap, and easy to regurgitate. Decision: Busch Light
3.) Taste. For the average 6-8 beer occasion, you need something flavorful, yet light enough that you can still stuff your face with a couple burgers and brats. A light beer will leave enough room dessert. Decision: Miller Light. It has more flavor than Bud Light without the mild skunk of Coors Light.
4.) Venue/Occasion. When it's cheap beer night, drink the cheap beer. Decision: Miller High Life
Last but not least, if you're feeling rich, just buy yourself a Sam Adams. Best thing out of Boston.
Rob, I think you need to do an in-depth post about beer oxidation and flavor.
that's good shit.
I thought I posted to B's comment early this morning, but it is not there. It might be lost somewhere in this extensive blog network that we have developed. I might end up getting a little confused where to post what.
Anyway.
I was curious as to why the flavor of a particular beer varied based on its container, so I asked my cousin who is a biologist at the Coors Brewery a few years back why this was. She informed in depth why this was, including some of the information I shared, but I have forgotten all the details. It boiled down to what I said earlier though.
I dont think that I am that bloggery (new phrase, I made it up) to put time into a detailed post like B described though. Sorry.
Top 5:
5. Blue Maui Mad Dog 20/20 (yes, I just wanted to say it)
4. Red Dog (same)
3. Miller lite
2. Coors Lite
1. Old Milwaukee Lite
I can't fully explain my love for 'Old Mud'. Every time I drink it, I think the same thing; "This is what beer tastes like". No frills. Light touch. Low acid. Indistinguishable grains. Cheaper than water. Paper-thin, easily shot-gunned aluminum. Minimum labeling, red for full, blue for light. Limited edition (maybe not by choice), yet never sold out(also, probably not by choice).
I'll take any grindstone domestic over a Canadian product, any day.
Based on bottle shape and and secondary logo (the girl on the moon with the huge hat) it's gotta be Miller High Life.
$7.99 for a 12er of refreshing all-around goodness-- there's no reason not to live the high life.
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