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Budweiser Premium Lager

The King of Beers — clean, technically accomplished and one of the most consistent lagers in India

Anheuser-Busch InBev India
Distillery
United States
Country
5.00%
ABV
7.6/10
Rating
½
7.6/10
St. Louis, Missouri Est. 1876 5.00% ABV

Tasting Notes

Colour & Appearance
Pale golden, crystal clear
Nose & Aroma
Very light grain, mild rice sweetness and faint hop bitterness — the American lager profile in full
Palate & Taste
Light-bodied with a clean rice-adjunct sweetness, barely-there bitterness and exceptional smoothness. There is not much to analyse here and that is deliberate. Budweiser is engineered for consistency and accessibility above all else
Finish
Very short and clean. Smooth with no rough edges

History & Background

Anheuser-Busch registered the Budweiser trademark in 1876. The American lager style with rice as an adjunct became the dominant commercial beer style of the 20th century. Budweiser came to India through AB InBev and is now brewed locally at multiple facilities. It occupies a premium position in India despite being a mass-market product internationally — a reflection of how its global brand prestige reads differently here.

Production & Maturation

Production Method
Made from barley malt, rice and hops. The rice adjunct produces characteristic lightness and a clean finish. Short beechwood conditioning for consistency.
Aging & Maturation
Short beechwood ageing process for smoothness and consistency.
Distillery
Anheuser-Busch InBev India
Founded
1876

Budweiser Premium Lager Price Guide 2026

Prices are indicative and may vary by retailer, store, and current stock. Last verified: August 2026.
India Prices
Telangana ₹225
Uttar Pradesh ₹195
Haryana ₹180
Kerala ₹285
Tamil Nadu ₹275
Karnataka ₹240
Goa ₹170
Mumbai ₹200
Delhi ₹200
Odisha ₹180

About These Prices

  • Prices are indicative, not quotations. They are compiled from publicly available retail listings and state excise price lists, and are provided for reference only.
  • Alcohol pricing in India is set state by state. Excise duty, VAT and retail margins differ in every state and union territory, so the same bottle can vary by 40% or more between Goa and Kerala. Always check the price where you are buying.
  • Prices change without notice. State excise policies are typically revised annually, and retailers may price above or below the listed MRP depending on stock and demand. The figures above were last reviewed in August 2026.
  • We do not sell alcohol. The Spirit Atlas is an independent reference site. We take no orders, hold no stock, and have no commercial relationship with the distilleries or retailers documented here. Nothing on this page is an offer to sell.
  • Tasting notes and ratings are editorial opinion. They reflect the reviewer's assessment and are not endorsed by the producer.
  • For readers of legal drinking age. The legal drinking age in India varies by state, from 18 to 25. Please respect your local law and drink responsibly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Budweiser a good beer?

It is one of the most technically accomplished mass-market lagers in the world. Consistent, clean and well-made. The rice adjunct gives it extreme smoothness at the cost of malt character. As a refreshing everyday lager it is very competent. For Indian drinkers used to Kingfisher, Budweiser is a solid comparable at a slight premium.

Budweiser price in India

Budweiser 650ml costs around Rs 200 in Delhi, Rs 175 in Goa, Rs 220 in Karnataka and Rs 250 in Mumbai. The 330ml can costs around Rs 120 in Delhi and Rs 105 in Goa. Six-packs of the 330ml are available at large format retail outlets for around Rs 680 in Delhi.

Budweiser vs Kingfisher Premium — is it worth more?

Budweiser is slightly lighter and cleaner than Kingfisher due to the rice adjunct. Kingfisher has marginally more malt character. Both are very good session lagers. Budweiser costs around Rs 50 more in Delhi. That premium reflects brand positioning more than a meaningful quality difference.

Is Budweiser brewed in India?

Yes. Budweiser is brewed in India by AB InBev at multiple facilities. The American parent maintains recipe and quality standards. Local brewing keeps the price competitive.

Budweiser Magnum vs Budweiser Standard — what is the difference?

Budweiser Magnum is 6.5% ABV, produced specifically for the Indian market where stronger variants are popular. The standard Budweiser is 5% and noticeably lighter. Magnum has more intensity from the higher alcohol. Standard is the sessionable choice.

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About the Author

Shivam Sharma
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.
Website Last updated: August 2026
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Quick Facts

Name Budweiser Premium Lager
Category Beer
Type Premium & Imported Beer
Country United States
Region St. Louis, Missouri
Distillery Anheuser-Busch InBev India
ABV 5.00%
Rating 7.6/10
Founded 1876

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