Corona Premier 18Pk

Corona Premier 18Pk is a light Mexican lager brewed by Grupo Modelo at 4.0% ABV, sold here as an 18-pack of 12 oz bottles. Launched as a lower-calorie, lower-carb extension of the Corona family, Premier distinguishes itself from the flagship Extra with a lighter body, drier finish, and notably smooth drinkability that has earned it a dedicated following among light beer drinkers.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.0%  |  Origin: Mexico  |  Style: Light Lager  |  Brewery: Grupo Modelo

Production & Heritage

Grupo Modelo, one of Mexico's largest and most recognized brewing operations, produces Corona Premier using a classic bottom-fermenting lager yeast strain that works at cooler temperatures to yield a clean, restrained flavor profile. The grain bill consists of water, barley malt, non-malted cereals, and hops. A key technical detail: Corona Premier uses tetra-hops, a specialized hop extract with light-sensitive chemical properties removed, which prevents skunking in the brand's signature clear glass bottles — a persistent challenge that traditional whole-hop brewing cannot solve in transparent packaging.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: A pleasant, cereal-forward nose greets you first, followed by faint sweetness and a mild grain character. There is very little hop presence on the nose, keeping things clean and approachable.

Taste: The entry is light and crisp with a touch of sweetness that registers as subtle honey and pale malt. Mid-palate, the body stays even and smooth without any heavy cereal or bready weight. A balanced cereal note carries through without turning cloying.

Finish: Clean and pleasantly dry, with minimal lingering bitterness. The finish is short and refreshing, encouraging the next sip rather than demanding contemplation.

How to Drink Corona Premier

Corona Premier is best served ice-cold, straight from the bottle with an optional lime wedge — the classic Corona ritual. Its light body and dry finish also make it a surprisingly functional beer for simple mixed drinks. A Michelada benefits from Premier's clean base, letting the tomato juice, lime, and hot sauce shine without competing malt sweetness. A Beer Margarita (chelada-style with tequila and lime) works well because the 4.0% ABV keeps the overall drink sessionable. A Shandy made with fresh lemonade pairs naturally with Premier's subtle honey notes for warm-weather drinking.

Best For

• Backyard barbecues and outdoor gatherings where sessionability matters
• Stocking a cooler for game day or beach trips
• Calorie-conscious drinkers looking for a lighter Mexican lager
• Casual weeknight refreshment without the heaviness of full-strength beer

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Corona Premier taste like? Corona Premier delivers a light, crisp flavor with subtle notes of honey, pale malt, and cereal grain, finishing clean and dry with minimal bitterness.

How does Corona Premier compare to Michelob Ultra? Corona Premier was directly positioned to compete with Michelob Ultra in the light beer segment; both target calorie-conscious drinkers, but Premier leans slightly more toward a traditional lager character with its cereal sweetness, while Michelob Ultra is drier and more neutral. Both sit at similar ABV levels, though Premier carries more of a recognizable Mexican lager identity.

Is Corona Premier good for casual drinking? At 4.0% ABV with a smooth, even body, Corona Premier is designed for extended, session-style drinking where refreshment is the priority over complexity.

Where is Corona Premier made? Corona Premier is brewed by Grupo Modelo in Mexico and imported to the United States, where it is distributed nationally.

What foods pair well with Corona Premier? Grilled shrimp or fish tacos complement the beer's light body without overpowering it. Ceviche mirrors its citrus-friendly crispness. Chips with fresh pico de gallo match the clean, dry finish. Grilled chicken with lime works naturally alongside the lager's subtle sweetness. Light street corn (elote) pairs well thanks to the beer's mild cereal backbone.

What sizes does Corona Premier come in? Corona Premier is widely available in 12 oz bottles and cans across various pack sizes, including 6-packs, 12-packs, 18-packs, and 24-packs.

Is Corona Premier worth the price? Corona Premier positions as a mainstream premium light lager — priced comparably to Michelob Ultra and slightly above domestic light beers — making it a reasonable value for drinkers who want a lighter option within the imported Mexican lager category.

Why Corona Premier?

Corona Premier fills a specific gap: a genuine Mexican lager with lower calories and a lighter body than Corona Extra, without sacrificing recognizable flavor. The use of tetra-hops is a practical innovation that solves the real problem of light degradation in clear glass bottles, preserving flavor stability where many clear-bottled beers falter. With an Untappd rating of 3.0 across nearly 58,000 reviews, Premier has proven its appeal at scale among everyday beer drinkers. The 18-pack format makes it a practical choice for anyone who needs volume for entertaining while keeping the per-unit cost reasonable.