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Types of Jamaican Beer

  Red Stripe

Brewed by the Desnoes and Gedes Company (D&G). Red Stripe was first brewed in 1928 as an ale. In 1938 D&G changed the recipe of Red Stripe to make it a lager, this same recipe is in use today. In 1970 D&G became a public company and by 1993 was taken over by Guinness Brewing Worldwide who went on to market Red Stripe internationally. Alcohol content: 4.7%









  Red Stripe Light

Also brewed by D&G, Red Stripe Light is the low alcohol version of Red Stripe. Alcohol content: 3.6%







  Red Stripe Bold














  Dragon Stout

Another beer brewed by D&G. Dragon Stout is similar to Guinness in consistency but sweeter in taste. Alcohol content: 7.5%








  Kingston Lager















  Real Rock Lager















  Lion Heart Stout















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