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Beer · Michelada (RTD)

Modelo Chelada Limon y Sal

Name: Modelo Chelada Limon y Sal
Brand: Grupo Modelo (imported by Crown Imports / Constellation Brands)

A classic chelada with crisp lime, salt and authentic Mexican beer

🥭 Fruity & Tropical

Grupo Modelo (imported by Crown Imports / Constellation Brands)

Distillery

Mexico

Country

3.50%

ABV

6.6/10

Rating

★★★★★

6.6/10

Mexico City, Mexico Est. 1925 3.50% ABV

Tasting Notes

Colour & Appearance

Pale hazy gold

Nose & Aroma

Zesty fresh lime, a clean salted rim note and light lager

Palate & Taste

Bright and crisp with lime and salt over a clean beer base. Lighter and more citrus-forward than the tomato-based Especial

Finish

Crisp, saline and refreshing

History & Background

Modelo Cheladas are ready-to-drink micheladas — the beloved Mexican mix of beer with tomato, lime, salt and chile, canned for convenience. Modelo Chelada has been the leading RTD michelada in the US for seven consecutive years with close to 70% dollar share of the category. The line has expanded steadily with fruit-and-chile flavours aimed at drinkers who want the michelada experience with zero prep.

Production & Maturation

Production Method

A Modelo cerveza base blended with michelada flavourings — tomato, salt, lime and, in the fruit variants, natural fruit and chile pepper flavours. Sold ready to drink, typically in 24oz single cans and variety 12-packs.

Aging & Maturation

None. Ready to drink chilled, ideally over ice with a salted rim.

Distillery

Grupo Modelo (imported by Crown Imports / Constellation Brands)

Founded

1925

Modelo Chelada Limon y Sal Price Guide 2026

Prices are indicative and may vary by retailer, store, and current stock. Last verified: July 2026.

United States Prices

New York $3.44

California $3.35

Illinois $3.23

Florida $3.08

Texas $2.99

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Chelada Limon y Sal different from Chelada Especial?

Chelada Limon y Sal is the citrus-forward, lighter chelada — just lime, salt and beer, without the savory tomato of the original Chelada Especial. If you find tomato-based micheladas too heavy or savory, Limon y Sal is the crisp, refreshing alternative. Both are 3.5% ABV.

Is there a non-alcoholic version of Chelada Limon y Sal?

Yes. Modelo launched a non-alcoholic Chelada Limon y Sal in early 2026 for drinkers who want the lime-and-salt michelada flavour without the alcohol. The standard alcoholic version remains 3.5% ABV.

What food goes with Chelada Limon y Sal?

The lime and salt make it a natural with seafood — ceviche, shrimp tacos, grilled fish — as well as anything you would squeeze lime over. It is also an easy poolside or beach drink on its own, served ice cold.

What is the price of Modelo Chelada Limon y Sal?

Individual 24oz cans run around $2.99 in lower-tax states, with variety 12-packs near $18.49 in Texas and higher in California, New York and Illinois. Cheladas are most often sold as single tallboy cans.

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About the Author

Shivam Sharma

I am the founder and editor of The Spirit Atlas. With a deep appreciation for fine spirits, I built this platform to be the most helpful and honest spirits guide for Indian readers — covering everything from Scotch and Indian single malts to rum, gin and tequila, along with prices across every major Indian state. My goal is simple: to make the world of spirits a little more approachable for everyone.

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Last updated: July 2026