Modelo Especial

Appearance: Pours a clear, golden color with a white frothy head that dissipates quickly.

Aroma: A mild aroma of sweet malt and corn with a hint of grassy hops.

Taste: The taste is crisp and clean, with a balance of sweet malt and corn flavors and a subtle hop bitterness that is more pronounced in the finish.

Mouthfeel: Light-bodied with a refreshing, smooth mouthfeel and high carbonation.

Overall: Modelo Especial makes for a popular Mexican lager that is widely enjoyed for its crisp and refreshing taste. It’s a great choice for a hot day or a casual gathering, as it’s easy to drink and goes well with many different foods. While it may not be the most complex or flavorful beer out there, it’s a reliable and enjoyable option that has stood the test of time.

History

Modelo Especial, originally began bottling in 1925 in Tacuba, Mexico and was introduced to the market in 1966, today it is sold in both glass bottles as well as cans, making Modelo Especial the leader in the can segment in Mexico. Modelo has its roots in German beers where they borrowed techniques. “To do so, we looked to the treasured techniques of internationally renowned German brewmasters, experts in the art of brewing, for inspiration.”

When you sit down at your local Mexican restaurant go ahead and try a Modelo Especial or the Modelo Dark and you’ll see for yourself what makes their thirst quenching qualities so special.