{"title":"Hunter","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hunter-lager-650ml","title":"Hunter Lager 650ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHunter Lager 650ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 7.5% ABV European-style strong lager brewed in India by Som Distilleries \u0026amp; Breweries Ltd., sold in a 650ml bottle. Distinguished from typical Indian strong beers by its use of Hersbrucker hops — a variety traditionally associated with German lagers — Hunter brings a notably different hop character to the segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 7.5%  |  Origin: Madhya Pradesh \u0026amp; Karnataka, India  |  Style: European Strong Lager  |  Brewery: Som Distilleries \u0026amp; Breweries Ltd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSom Distilleries \u0026amp; Breweries Ltd., headquartered in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, produces Hunter Lager at facilities in both Madhya Pradesh and Hassan, Karnataka. The brew uses imported malts sourced from Argentina and Chile, combined with Hersbrucker hops from Germany — a deliberate choice that separates Hunter from many Indian strong lagers relying on domestic or generic hop profiles. Hersbrucker is a noble-adjacent German landrace hop known for its mild, herbal, and slightly spicy character, which keeps the bitterness restrained even at the higher ABV. The result is a low-IBU strong lager where the hop presence is subtle, appearing primarily in the aftertaste before giving way to the beer's warming alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cereal grains and pale malt dominate the nose, with faint corn sweetness underneath. There is little aggressive hop aroma — the scent stays clean and grain-forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is crisp and light-bodied for a 7.5% beer, with pale malt and a soft corn note across the mid-palate. The sweetness is moderate, and the Hersbrucker hops emerge briefly at the back, adding a gentle herbal bitterness before the alcohol warmth takes over. Despite the higher ABV, the overall impression remains surprisingly drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A faint bitter note closes out the sip, drying the palate without lingering harshness. The finish is medium-short, with residual malt sweetness and a noticeable but not overpowering alcoholic warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Hunter Lager\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHunter Lager is best served cold — between 4°C and 7°C — straight from the bottle or poured into a chilled pilsner glass to showcase its golden color and white head. Its crisp, malt-forward profile and moderate bitterness make it a solid companion for food. A \u003cstrong\u003eMichelada\u003c\/strong\u003e works well here, as the tomato juice and lime offset the beer's sweetness and temper the alcohol. A \u003cstrong\u003eShandy\u003c\/strong\u003e (equal parts lager and lemonade) tones down the ABV for a lighter afternoon drink. For something bolder, a \u003cstrong\u003eBoilermaker\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with an Indian whisky creates a straightforward, no-fuss combination that plays to the beer's simple malt backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasual weekend sessions with friends who prefer strong lagers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with spicy Indian street food or barbecue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrying a German-hop-influenced alternative to mainstream Indian strong beers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot-weather drinking where a cold, higher-ABV lager is the goal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Hunter Lager taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hunter Lager delivers a crisp, malt-driven profile with light corn sweetness and a faint bitter finish from Hersbrucker hops, all wrapped in noticeable but smooth alcohol warmth at 7.5% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Hunter Lager compare to Kingfisher Strong?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both occupy the Indian strong lager segment, with Kingfisher Strong at approximately 8% ABV and Hunter at 7.5%. Hunter's use of German Hersbrucker hops gives it a slightly more herbal, restrained bitterness compared to Kingfisher Strong's more assertive grain-forward character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Hunter Lager good for pairing with food?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its crisp body, low bitterness, and clean malt character make it an easy match for spicy and fried foods, where it refreshes the palate without competing with bold flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Hunter Lager made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hunter Lager is brewed by Som Distilleries \u0026amp; Breweries Ltd. at production facilities in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh and Hassan, Karnataka, India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Hunter Lager?\u003c\/strong\u003e Spicy chicken tikka benefits from the beer's cold, crisp body cutting through the heat. Fried samosas match well against the malt sweetness. Grilled kebabs complement the light grain notes. Biryani pairs naturally, with the lager cleansing the palate between rich, spiced bites. Simple salted peanuts or chips also work as a straightforward snack pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Hunter Lager come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hunter Lager is commonly available in the 650ml bottle, which is the standard large-format size widely sold across India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Hunter Lager worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hunter Lager positions as a value-tier strong lager in the Indian market, competing directly with other mass-market strong beers while differentiating itself through imported South American malts and German Hersbrucker hops — a notable production choice at this price segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Hunter Lager?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a crowded Indian strong lager market dominated by a handful of legacy brands, Hunter Lager carves out its identity through a specific production decision: Hersbrucker hops imported from Germany. This is not a common choice at the value tier, where most breweries prioritize cost over hop provenance. The combination of Argentine and Chilean malts with that German hop variety gives Hunter a cleaner, more restrained bitterness than many of its direct competitors. For drinkers looking for a strong lager that keeps the alcohol in check with a crisper, less syrupy malt profile, Hunter delivers a credible alternative at an accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hunter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838640943273,"sku":"30747","price":3.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/hunter.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}