Firestone Walker 805 Cerveza with Lime 6Pk

Firestone Walker 805 Cerveza with Lime 6Pk is a 4.5% ABV Mexican-style lager brewed with real lime by Firestone Walker Brewing Company in Paso Robles, California. This expression earned a 96/100 score from Craft Beer & Brewing, distinguishing it as one of the highest-rated craft interpretations of the style.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.5%  |  Origin: Paso Robles, Central Coast, California  |  Style: Mexican-Style Lager with Lime  |  Brewery: Firestone Walker Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

Firestone Walker Brewing Company operates from the Central Coast of California, with its main brewery based in Paso Robles. The 805 Cerveza with Lime is built on a foundation of premium Pilsner malt, mashed specifically to achieve a crisp, clean, and dry profile. The brewery employs a cold fermentation process designed to preserve subtle hop aromas and a restrained bitterness, and the entire product is brewed, packaged, and shipped cold to maintain freshness. Rather than using generic citrus flavoring, Firestone Walker specifically selected the exact lime variety that tasted best with the base beer — resulting in a lime character that reads more as peel-derived depth than simple juice acidity.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Sweet citrus leads immediately, followed by faint pilsner malt and light cereal grain. The lime impression is bright but restrained, never synthetic.

Taste: The entry is citrus-forward with a clean lime presence that tastes peel-derived rather than juicy, lending subtle depth without sharp acidity. Mid-palate reveals gentle malt and cracker-like grain notes, keeping the body light and drinkable. The overall impression is dry and refreshingly crisp.

Finish: Short and clean with a lingering citrus aftertaste and faint cereal malt. The finish stays dry, encouraging another sip without any cloying sweetness.

How to Drink 805 Cerveza with Lime

Serve well-chilled, straight from the can or poured into a pilsner glass to let the lime aromatics open up. A fresh lime wedge on the rim complements but isn't necessary given the built-in lime character.

• Michelada: The clean lime base integrates naturally with tomato juice, hot sauce, and Worcestershire, providing a balanced foundation without competing flavors.
• Chelada: The existing lime profile means less garnish work — just add salt and ice for a streamlined beach-ready serve.
• Beer Margarita (Beergarita): Blend with frozen limeade and tequila; the dry, crisp body keeps the drink from becoming overly sweet.

Best For

• Backyard barbecues and outdoor grilling sessions where a light, crushable lager fits the mood
• Stocking a cooler for beach days, pool parties, or tailgates
• Introducing craft beer drinkers to a higher-quality take on the Mexican-style lager
• Pairing with tacos, ceviche, and other lime-friendly cuisines

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 805 Cerveza with Lime taste like? It tastes like a crisp, dry lager with a peel-derived lime character, gentle pilsner malt sweetness, and cracker-like cereal grain notes. The lime adds depth without sharp acidity, and the finish is clean and refreshing.

How does 805 Cerveza with Lime compare to Corona? Reviewers frequently compare the two, noting that 805 Cerveza with Lime delivers a mellower, cleaner flavor profile with fewer off-notes than Corona. The built-in lime character also means the beer arrives balanced out of the can, while Corona typically relies on a fresh lime wedge.

Is 805 Cerveza with Lime good for beginners? Absolutely — its 4.5% ABV, clean malt profile, and approachable lime flavor make it one of the most accessible craft lagers available. It drinks easily without demanding a developed palate.

Where is 805 Cerveza with Lime made? It is brewed at Firestone Walker Brewing Company in Paso Robles on the Central Coast of California. The brewery also operates locations in Buellton and Venice, California.

What foods pair well with 805 Cerveza with Lime? Fish tacos work exceptionally well, as the lime and dry body mirror classic taco garnishes. Grilled shrimp and ceviche echo the citrus notes. Elote (Mexican street corn) balances the beer's crispness with rich, creamy flavors. Chips and fresh pico de gallo keep things light and complementary.

What sizes does 805 Cerveza with Lime come in? This product is available as a 6-pack of 12 oz cans, which is the standard retail format for the expression.

Is 805 Cerveza with Lime worth the price? It positions as a craft-tier Mexican-style lager, sitting above mass-market imports like Corona but priced competitively within the craft segment. The 96/100 score from Craft Beer & Brewing suggests strong quality relative to its price tier.

Why 805 Cerveza with Lime?

A 96/100 rating from Craft Beer & Brewing places this among the top-scoring beers in the Mexican-style lager category. The cold fermentation process and careful lime variety selection give it a genuine, peel-derived citrus character that separates it from beers relying on artificial flavoring. Brewed, packaged, and shipped cold from the Central Coast, it arrives with a freshness that mass-produced imports rarely match. For drinkers looking for a craft-quality lime lager that stays crisp, dry, and endlessly drinkable, 805 Cerveza with Lime earns its place.