5 Best Imported Beers in USA in 2023

In this article, we are going to discuss the 5 best imported beers in USA in 2023. If you want to check out our detailed analysis of the size of the U.S. import beer industry, the rise of Mexican beer brands and their dominance in the U.S. beer market and the comparisons of sales volume data of some industry giants, head to 20 Best Imported Beers in USA in 2023.

5. Newcastle Brown Ale

Insider Monkey Score: 4

One of the leading bottled ales from the U.K., this 4.7% ABV beer was first sold in 1927. Shortly after its launch, local police asked to have the formula made weaker because their cells were full of drunks. Newcastle Brown Ale is owned by Heineken N.V. 

4. Stella Artois

Insider Monkey Score: 4

First brewed in 1926, Stella Artois is a 5.2% ABV pilsner from Leuven, Belgium. It is a fruity, crisp and soft beer, made from barley malt, water, hops and maize. Yeast is also added in the process but almost all of it is removed before packaging. The Stella Artois brand is also owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (NYSE:BUD). 

3. Heineken 

Insider Monkey Score: 5

A classic Dutch lager that has been around since the late 19th century, it’s known for the fruitiness imbued by the legendary A-yeast with which it is brewed. The parent company is Heineken N.V. that owns a variety of brands and has a current market cap of $56.73 billion. 

2. Corona Extra

Insider Monkey Score: 5

Corona Extra is the top-selling Mexican beer in the world, exported to over 150 countries. The U.S. is the top importer of the 4.6% ABV pale lager, with 13.906 shipments, according to Volza, making it one of the best non-domestic beer brands in the US. Corona is also one of the several Mexican beer brands owned by Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE:STZ). 

1. Guinness Draught

Insider Monkey Score: 6

Achieving the perfect score and hence, the best imported beer in our list, is the Irish dry-stout. The 4.2% beer is bitter and sweet with a nice balance, bready notes and a creamy head. The beer can look dark and heavy but it is deliciously smooth, with notes of roasted barley, caramel, coffee and chocolate. The Guinness brand family is owned by Diageo plc (NYSE:DEO) and had total dollar sales of $179.97 million in U.S. multi-outlets in 2022. 

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