Cultural Influence: This practice is especially popular in Mexico and among Mexican beers. It is believed that bartenders began adding lime to beer to mask the taste of skunky beer or to add a refreshing twist to the drink.
Sold in a distinctive clear glass bottle with a printed-on label, the light “tropical pilsner” style beer, at 4.6% alcohol by volume, is often served in bars in export markets with a slice of lime pushed into the bottle's neck.
When people think of putting lime in beer they usually name the Mexican style layers. That being said, I occasionally squeeze a little lime juice in a Miller High Life or regular Budweiser and it's just as effective. Really, any American style macro lager will do.
Chelada A Chelada is a classic and simple Mexican beverage made by combining beer with lime juice, and pairing it with a salted rimmed glass. The result is a refreshing drink that you'll more and more of.
Modelo Chelada® Especial is a traditional michelada-style beer with the refreshing flavors of tomato, salt, and lime. Its authentic ingredients give way to a delicious, well-balanced taste.
Clamato is also added to beer in various beer cocktails, such as the michelada; the most basic is known as a "beer 'n clam", "Clam Eye", or "Red Eye" in Western Canada, which adds Clamato to pale lagers.
The stealthiest of Mexican beers, Modelo may be the lesser known in a lineup of beach beers served with lime, but its relative anonymity hasn't stopped it from becoming the fastest-growing beer in the United States.
RecipePreparation Slightly pop the top of a Modelo Especial can, enough to release pressure but do not fully open. Squeeze lime juice onto the top of the can rim. Add a few shakes of beer salt and Tabasco over the opening. Serve the remaining Modelo Especial with the cocktail.
The stealthiest of Mexican beers, Modelo may be the lesser known in a lineup of beach beers served with lime, but its relative anonymity hasn't stopped it from becoming the fastest-growing beer in the United States.
Modelo Chelada Especial® is a michelada-style beer made with authentic Mexican beer and the savory flavors of tomato, salt, and lime. Leveraging the perfect balance of flavors from the traditional recipe, the Modelo Chelada Especial® is perfect for kick-starting your evening or relaxing at home with friends.