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🌍 Jamaica · Helles Lager · One of 79 Helles Lagers in hopIQ

Jamaica's most famous beer and one of the Caribbean's most recognized lagers worldwide. Pale, crisp, and clean with a subtle corn sweetness and light hop bitterness. Served in the iconic stubby bottle since 1965. Featured in James Bond films.

ABV
4.7%
IBU
14
SRM
pale golden3
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Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

crisp
100%
refreshing
100%
malty
100%
smooth
75%
balanced
25%
light
25%
sweet
0%
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About Helles Lager

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Helles Lager?

Helles Lager is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Helles Lager

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Red Stripe

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein
Recommended for this style

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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