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Modelo Especial Mexican Lager Beer 355ml

Name: Modelo Especial Mexican Lager Beer 355ml
Brand: Modelo
SKU: 75031602
Price: 2.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Producer Modelo

Country Mexico

Region Mexico City

ABV 4.4%

Tasting Notes

Light Malt, Citrus, Crispness and Refreshing Finish

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More About Modelo Especial Mexican Lager Beer 355ml

Modelo Especial is a premium Mexican lager known for its crisp, clean character and easy-drinking style. Brewed in Mexico since 1925, it has become one of the world’s most recognised imported lagers thanks to its smooth balance of flavour and refreshingly light finish.

Poured pale gold in the glass, it delivers subtle aromas of malt, grain and light honey with a gentle citrus lift. The palate is soft and rounded, with mild sweetness from the malt balanced by a delicate hop bitterness and a clean, refreshing carbonation. This makes it exceptionally easy to drink while still offering more depth than many standard pale lagers.

Often enjoyed ice cold, Modelo Especial is perfect for warm days, casual drinking, or pairing with food such as tacos, grilled meats, spicy dishes, or salty snacks. Its versatility and smooth profile have made it one of the most searched imported beers in the UK.

Whether you’re discovering Mexican lagers for the first time or looking for a reliable premium import, Modelo Especial delivers a consistently refreshing experience with broad appeal.

Available now at The Beerhive with UK delivery.

Meet the Producer, Modelo

Modelo

Style: Brewery

Mexican lager works best when people stop overthinking it. Cold bottle, warm weather, salty food and enough lime nearby to keep everybody happy. Modelo understand this dynamic perfectly.

Originally brewed in Mexico City in the 1920s, Modelo Especial and Negra Modelo became two of the defining beers of modern Mexican brewing culture before expanding massively internationally. They occupy that very useful middle ground between easy-drinking lager and beer with enough flavour to remain interesting after the first bottle.

Modelo Especial stays crisp, lightly sweet and refreshing with soft grain character and gentle hop bitterness underneath. Negra Modelo moves darker and richer, bringing toasted malt, caramel and bread crust notes while still remaining remarkably drinkable for a darker lager.

What makes Mexican lager work so well generally is balance. Enough body to stand up to spicy food, enough carbonation and freshness to handle heat. These beers were built for actual drinking conditions rather than beer judging competitions.

There’s also something pleasantly straightforward about Modelo’s appeal. No complicated tasting notes required. Just reliable lager that works extremely well with tacos, grilled meat and slightly chaotic evenings outdoors.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ – Modelo Especial Beer UK

Is Modelo Especial available in the UK?

Yes! Modelo Especial is now widely available in the UK through retailers like us, The Beerhive. It is an imported Mexican lager brewed by Grupo Modelo.

What type of beer is Modelo Especial?

Modelo Especial is a Mexican pilsner-style lager known for its crisp, clean taste and light malt sweetness with a refreshing finish.

What does Modelo beer taste like?

It has a smooth, easy-drinking profile with light grain and malt character, subtle sweetness, and a clean, refreshing carbonation that makes it highly sessionable.

Is Modelo brewed in the UK or imported?

The Modelo Especial we buy is brewed in Mexico and imported into the UK as a premium international lager. Supermarkets and large chains buy UK brewed Modelo.

How should I serve Modelo Especial?

It is best served ice cold, straight from the fridge or poured into a chilled glass. Many people enjoy it with a wedge of lime, although this is optional.

What food pairs well with Modelo?

Modelo works well with spicy food such as tacos, grilled meats, barbecue dishes, salty snacks, and Mexican cuisine. Its light, crisp profile makes it very versatile.

What strength is Modelo Especial?

Modelo Especial is typically around 4.4–4.5% ABV depending on packaging and market.

Is Modelo similar to Corona?

Yes, both are Mexican lagers, but Modelo has a more premium, fuller malt character and a smoother, more rounded finish compared to Corona.