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tiguer
tiguer Posts: 37 Member
edited December 2024 in Food and Nutrition
Someone has to ask this question as we head in to a holiday weekend. Some people struggle with fast food, sweets, etc. I like my beer! Specifically micro-brews, which are rarely light.

I don't overindulge - I usually enjoy a beer, sometimes two on the weekends and occasionally during the week. I love to sit down on the front porch, put my feet up, and enjoy a cold brew while I listen to the sounds nature or watch my kids playing in the yard. It's a fantastic way to unwind after a long week!

So - has anyone found a great light micro brew that is easy on the calorie budget?

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  • chelelynn1972
    chelelynn1972 Posts: 23 Member
    It's not a microbrew, but have you tried Amstel Light? I don't know how 'light' it is but it's tasty.
  • tiguer
    tiguer Posts: 37 Member
    I havne't tried Amstel Light - but maybe I'll give it a shot! I'm always open to trying new beers. It doesn't have to be a micro-brew...just has to be something new, different and tasty! I also like seasonal brews as well - my favorite is a Leine's Summer Shandy...it's not a budweiser, but it isn't really a micro brew either.
  • kdiamond
    kdiamond Posts: 3,329 Member
    I'm all about beer - I am a member of the "World of Beers" club. I try a lot of different ones also.

    One of my favorites is a pale ale called Delirium - http://thequietman22.blogspot.com/2008/12/beer-of-weekend-39-delirium-nocturnum.html

    Now, it isn't exactly low calorie, but being as it is 9% alcohol content, you really only need a 16oz glass...for 200 calories it packs a punch!

    On the off days I feel like slumming it, I still enjoy Miller Light! Amstel Light is yucky IMO. ML has a pretty full flavor while being pretty low in calories.
  • chelelynn1972
    chelelynn1972 Posts: 23 Member
    kdiamond, my favorite beers are pale ales or nut browns. I love Sweetwater 420, brewed in Atlanta, but I don't know how widely available it is. But if I'm having more than one beer, for calorie reasons I stick with Miller Lite as well. It's so much better than the other domestic lite beers.

    I'll have to check out your link. 9% WOW!

    Cheers Ladies! :happy:
  • tiguer
    tiguer Posts: 37 Member
    Thanks for the ideas - I'm going to check out Delirium to see if it is available in my area.

    Are there any spotted cow fans out there???? They have a very small distribution area - whenever I'm in Wisconsin, I have to stock up!
  • Channing
    Channing Posts: 617 Member
    Abita strawberry harvest is the BEST summer seasonal beer! Its something like 120 calories and is so delicious! Not too fruity, just perfect. However they only make a limited number each season so it can be hard to find, but ifyou can track it down i highly recommend it!
  • tiguer
    tiguer Posts: 37 Member
    That sounds delicious too! Too bad they don't distribute in my area!! I'll have to watch for it when I travel.
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