National Beer Day 2025 is on April 7: 10 homegrown beer brands you should know about
National Beer Day is observed each year on April 7, providing Indian beer lovers an opportunity to celebrate with some of the best domestic brands. The quality and innovations of India’s craft beer sector has flourished over the years, resulting in beers that suit a broad spectrum of tastes. Here, the CNBC-TV18 Travel Desk examines 10 exceptional Indian beer brands that provide distinctive flavours in addition to showcasing the nation’s brewing skill. The list is in no particular order. (Image: Shutterstock)
No 1. Godfather Super 8 | A strong beer, Godfather Super 8 with 8% alcohol by volume (ABV) is for those who can hold their drink. It has notes of coriander, mixed with pale malts and choicest German bitters. It has a unique taste thanks to its long brewing process. Coming from Jammu, the foothills of Himalayas, the beer does justice to its legacy.
No 2. Six Fields Pilsner | From the house of DeVANS, India’s pioneering alco bev experts, their Six Fields range offers a variety of options. Pilsner is a refreshing, smooth lager with up to 5 per cent ABV. The crisp beer has a golden color and is a great party starter as well as the most perfect lounging partner.
No 3. Proost | This National Beer Day, let’s celebrate the moments that matter — laughs that never end, stories that get louder, and sips that keep the good vibes flowing. Proost Domestic Strong Beer is a crisp, strong lager with 6.8% ABV, resonating a perfect balance between hoppiness and high. Nothing beats the joy of cracking open a cold Proost with your crew!
No 4. Six Fields Brute | With up to 8 per cent Alcohol by Volume (ABV) it is one of the strongest beers available in India. The smooth beer with a golden beer offers a powerful kick when it comes to taste. This refreshing beer is flavoured with coriander and orange, making the fruity flavour absolutely delectable. It is available in cans, pints as well as kegs to make sure that the party never stops.
No 5. BIRA White Beer | A deliciously different wheat beer with low bitterness and a soft finish. A hint of spice and a kick of citrus makes this a glass of cloudy sunshine. With an ABV of 4.7%, it’s a refreshing all-day beer, brewed with only the finest ingredients and mixed with barrels of passion.
No 6. Simba Stout | Simba Stout is India’s first bottled craft stout, bringing rich, indulgent flavors to the table. With a 5% ABV, it strikes the perfect balance between strength and smoothness. Its velvety texture adds to the experience, making it a great pick for stout lovers. Brewed with dark chocolates, espresso, and caramel, this dark and creamy stout features rich notes of cocoa and espresso. The roasted chocolates impart a deep, robust flavor, while the creamy texture offers a smooth and velvety mouthfeel — making it both indulgent and session-able.
No 7. Maka Di – Rocket Rice Lager | Brewed by Goa-based Latambarcem Brewers, Maka Di Rocket Rice Lager is a unique craft beer featuring rice and barley malt for a crisp and clean finish. With an ABV of 5%, this refreshing lager strikes the perfect balance between lightness and character. Packaged in a quirky, rocket-shaped bottle, it offers a light, crisp, and clean taste with subtle malt sweetness and a smooth mouthfeel. Brewed using handpicked hops from Germany and the UK, the use of rice in the process enhances its light body—perfect for warm-weather celebrations.
No 8. Lone Wolf | Lone Wolf is quite popular among beer enthusiasts and has three variants to choose from. ‘Maverick Blonde Lager’ is crisp and light-bodied, 100% malted beer with an earthy aroma and below 5% alcohol content. ‘Alpha’ which is refreshing and smooth made with both malted and unlimited grain with citrus and coriander flavors and 5% alcohol content and lastly, ‘Strong’ has low bitterness, and is smooth with 6-8% alcohol content.
No 9. Bee Young | Known as India’s first strong craft beer, Bee Young is a smooth, citrusy blend of goodness. The alcohol content is 7.2% which is a tad more than the usual amount, playing into the ‘strong’ USP of the brand. It is crafted with 100% sortex rice but what we love the most about the brand is that the pints come in 500 ml bottles which is perfect—not too much, not too little! The cans are available in 500 ml, whereas the pints are found in 500 and 650 ml.
10. Medusa | Medusa Air is a beer crafted for people who like easy-drinking, smooth, and refreshing beer without sacrificing flavour. Brewed with two-row barley malt, Medusa Air is a mild beer with an ABV of 4.5%, which balances a clean, crisp, flavour. With an easy-flowing body and light malt sweetness, Medusa Air is ideal for easy-going friends, easy sipping, or a break from heavier beers. Medusa Air strives to provide a quenching and satisfying experience for the drinker who loves light flavour without a heavy beer. Good food in relation to your beer, or just a beer by itself, Medusa Air considers all of it and provides just the right amount of lightness in the drink.
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