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Rating: 70

Dos Equis Special Lager

Brewery: Cervecería Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma · Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico
Variety: Lager · American Lager · American-style Lager
Alcohol: ABV 5.60% / ABW 4.48%
IBU: 13
Preferred vessel: Bottle
Color: Straw Gold (Blond Ale) (4 SRM)
Added by Chris Harrison
Last updated by Keith

In 1884, a German brewer left his home to establish the Moctezuma brewery in Veracruz, Mexico. In 1897, he blended his brewing heritage with the spirit of Mexican tradition to create Dos Equis. Dos Equis Amber made its debut in 1973 and in the US, the brand continues to thrive with two successful flavors: Dos Equis Special Lager and Dos Equis Amber. Originally called “Siglo XX” (“20th century”), the brand was named to commemorate the arrival of the new century; since the Spanish language uses Roman numerals for centuries, the bottles were marked “XX”, two Xs, or “Dos Equis”.

Smooth, Light, Refreshing, Crisp, Fresh

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Reviews

  1. Review by Chris Harrison
    Rating: 88

    Chris Harrison

    drank this beer from a Stein (Mug) in Augusta, GA
    Jan. 14th, 2009 at 8:26 a.m.
    Comment:

    This is the perfect compliment to a meal. It’s light, refreshing, with no bitter aftertaste.

    Characteristics: crisp refreshing smooth
  2. Review by Chezza
    Rating: 97

    Chezza

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Tulum, Mexico
    Jan. 14th, 2009 at 1:58 p.m.
    Comment:

    This is the beer of the gods. It tastes like summertime; it’s light, crisp and refreshing and makes me feel like I’m on holidays when I drink them.

    Unfortunately it’s also $22 for a six-pack in Australia (if you can even find it).

    Characteristics: crisp light refreshing summer
  3. Review by Shane
    Rating: 90

    Shane

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico
    Jan. 14th, 2009 at 4:25 p.m.
    Comment:

    So much better than Corona. This is the true Mexican beer. Drinks so easily.

    Characteristics: fresh
  4. Review by Casey
    Rating: 83

    Casey

    drank this beer from a Stein (Mug) in Knoxville, TN
    Jan. 14th, 2009 at 5:34 p.m.
    Comment:

    Yes, please, in a frosty glass with a taco pescado and salsa verde. Keep the lime, though.

    Characteristics: crisp refreshing
  5. Review by Baxter
    Rating: 8

    Baxter

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Kansas City, MO
    Jan. 15th, 2009 at 4:53 a.m.
    Comment:

    This is the Dos Equis Lager we’re talking here, right? The one in the green bottle? Terrible stuff. A blight on lagers, and unworthy of the Dos Equis name.

    Dos Equis Amber, on the other hand, is one of my favorites.

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  6. Review by Chris J
    Rating: 64

    Chris J

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Minneapolis, MN
    Jan. 16th, 2009 at 3:31 p.m.
    Comment:

    It’s been a long time since I’ve had one, but they were drinkable and better than competing American brands at the time.

    Characteristics: clean finish fresh light smooth
  7. Review by Natalie Greco
    Rating: 85

    Natalie Greco

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Seattle, WA
    Jan. 17th, 2009 at 2:44 p.m.
    Comment:

    One of my favorite Mexican beers. Goes great with enchiladas and tacos and what not.

    Characteristics: crisp light refreshing
  8. Review by Remi
    Rating: 80

    Remi

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Spokane, WA
    Jan. 27th, 2009 at 3:44 p.m.
    Comment:

    Easy to drink and refreshing, yet with a deeper flavor than Corona. Definitely a summer favorite.

    Characteristics: light refreshing
  9. Review by kurthurst
    Rating: 74

    kurthurst

    drank this beer from a Bottle
    Jan. 31st, 2009 at 8:32 p.m.
    Comment:

    fall back beer. its ok, but not great.

    Characteristics: after-taste light
  10. Review by elmazz
    Rating: 80

    elmazz

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Eugene, OR
    Feb. 7th, 2009 at 2:12 p.m.
    Comment:

    One of my favorites at a Mexican joint.

    Characteristics: Good
  11. Review by mjb
    Rating: 75

    mjb

    drank this beer from a Bottle
    Feb. 8th, 2009 at 6:22 p.m.
    Comment:

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  12. Review by woodtemple
    Rating: 82

    woodtemple

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Bonney Lake, WA
    Feb. 11th, 2009 at 1:27 a.m.
    Comment:

    definitely goes good with something spicy, can’t go wrong there.

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  13. Review by Keith
    Rating: 43

    Keith

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Seattle, WA
    Feb. 21st, 2009 at 9:25 a.m.
    Comment:

    Not a huge fan of lagers in general and this one is average at best. If you’re getting a Dos Equis, get the amber, it’s much better.

    Characteristics: light watery
  14. Review by Scott K
    Rating: 65

    Scott K

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Clovis, NM
    March 11th, 2009 at 3:19 p.m.
    Comment:

    Perhaps from drinking too much of this stuff, for something called “Special” it’s anything but. Go for something with more character unless darker, stouter beers scare you away.

    Characteristics: boring light watery
  15. Review by unrealnighthawk
    Rating: 80

    unrealnighthawk

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Peoria, IL
    March 27th, 2009 at 4:51 p.m.
    Comment:

    This beer is considered girlie? Really? I suppose because it comes with a lime it could be taken that way, but I didn’t think that at all otherwise. It’s really tasty! … much better than I expected actually.

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  16. Review by Jason Weaver
    Rating: 78

    Jason Weaver

    drank this beer from a Bottle in College Station, TX
    April 2nd, 2009 at 8:18 a.m.
    Comment:

    Pretty good flavors. At least it’s not super watery. You can keep the lime.

    Characteristics: light
  17. Review by Justin Bleach
    Rating: 81

    Justin Bleach

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Richmond, VA
    April 27th, 2009 at 2:25 p.m.
    Comment:

    Real Mexican beer, not that Corona crap. Corona is the equivalent to Mil. Best for Mexico.

    Characteristics:
  18. Review by freshview
    Rating: 55

    freshview

    drank this beer from a Bottle
    May 11th, 2009 at 9:30 p.m.
    Comment:

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  19. Review by Donleezey
    Rating: 75

    Donleezey

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Eugene, OR
    May 26th, 2009 at 5:37 p.m.
    Comment:

    Great lager. My go-to beer at Mexican restaurants, and often a first choice at the market in the summer.

    Characteristics: crisp fresh smooth
  20. Review by vito613
    Rating: 62

    vito613

    drank this beer from a Can in San Marcos, TX
    Aug. 3rd, 2009 at 7:24 p.m.
    Comment:

    Very thin and average Mexican beer. Nothing special

    Characteristics:
  21. Review by renobeerman
    Rating: 21

    renobeerman

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Gaithersburg, MD
    Oct. 11th, 2009 at 12:35 a.m.
    Comment:

    Has that unfortunate sour taste that is found in so many Mexican beers like Tecate and Carta Blanca. Give me a Corona or a Pacifico anytime.

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  22. Review by oldp0rt
    Rating: 85

    oldp0rt

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Montreal, Quebec, Canada
    Feb. 23rd, 2010 at 9:34 p.m.
    Comment:

    My new Corona. Would buy it every time I wan’t a Mexican beer but unfortunately I can’t find it everywhere.

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