Sold in a distinctive clear glass bottle with a printed-on label, the light “tropical pilsner” style beer, at 4.6% alcohol by volume, is often served in bars in export markets with a slice of lime pushed into the bottle's neck.
Modelo Chelada® Especial is a traditional michelada-style beer with the refreshing flavors of tomato, salt, and lime. Its authentic ingredients give way to a delicious, well-balanced taste.
When people think of putting lime in beer they usually name the Mexican style layers. That being said, I occasionally squeeze a little lime juice in a Miller High Life or regular Budweiser and it's just as effective. Really, any American style macro lager will do.
The stealthiest of Mexican beers, Modelo may be the lesser known in a lineup of beach beers served with lime, but its relative anonymity hasn't stopped it from becoming the fastest-growing beer in the United States.
Cultural Influence: This practice is especially popular in Mexico and among Mexican beers. It is believed that bartenders began adding lime to beer to mask the taste of skunky beer or to add a refreshing twist to the drink.