Alexander Keith's Light Ale

Keith's Light Ale hits different than most 'light' beers because it doesn't taste like it's apologizing for existing. There's a subtle malt sweetness that sits in the middle of your mouth, then those 22 IBUs show up as a dry, almost herbal finish that lingers just long enough to make you want another sip. It's got backbone without being heavy—the kind of beer that tastes like it knows what it is.

Hockley Gold

Hockley Gold is built for disappearing. It's clean, almost mineral-forward, with just enough golden malt character to keep it from being boring. The 20 IBUs are barely perceptible—just a whisper of bitterness at the end that prevents it from tasting sweet. It's the beer you can drink three of without thinking about it, which is either its greatest strength or its greatest limitation depending on what you're after.