Hamm's Premium 30Pk

Hamm's Premium 30Pk is a 30-pack of American-style lager at 4.7% ABV, originally established in Saint Paul, Minnesota in 1865. This heritage brew earned back-to-back Gold Medals at the Great American Beer Festival in 2007 and 2010 in the American Style Lager category — a notable achievement for a beer positioned squarely in the value tier.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.7%  |  Origin: Saint Paul, Minnesota (now brewed in Irwindale, California)  |  Style: American-Style Lager  |  Brewer: MillerCoors (Irwindale Facility)

Production & Heritage

Theodore Hamm founded the Hamm's brewery in 1865 on the banks of the Mississippi River in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The brand changed hands several times over the decades and is now produced at the MillerCoors facility in Irwindale, California. Hamm's Premium uses a double mash process — a technique where a concentrated base beer is brewed at higher gravity and then diluted upon packaging, a standard method for American-style pilsners that yields roughly six gallons of finished beer from every five gallons of base. The ingredient list is straightforward: water, barley malt, corn syrup (maltose) as an adjunct fermentable, hops, and yeast.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Subtle malty sweetness opens up first, followed by gentle grassy and floral hop notes. There is a faint fruity quality underneath, though the overall aromatic profile stays restrained and clean.

Taste: The entry is light-bodied with crisp carbonation that immediately lifts the palate. Mid-palate brings soft kilned malt and a touch of sweet corn, while floral hop character stays in the background. The balance leans toward easy drinkability rather than complexity, with very high carbonation levels keeping any residual sweetness in check.

Finish: A mild bitterness emerges at the close, neatly balanced by lingering light malt sweetness. The finish is short and clean, encouraging another sip without fatigue.

How to Drink Hamm's Premium

Serve Hamm's Premium ice cold, straight from the can or poured into a frosted pint glass to maximize its sparkling carbonation and crisp character. Its light body and clean flavor also make it a reliable base in beer cocktails. A Michelada benefits from the mild malt backbone, which doesn't overwhelm the lime and hot sauce. A classic Beer Shandy (half lager, half lemonade) works well here because the subtle corn sweetness complements citrus. A Boilermaker — dropped alongside a shot of bourbon — pairs naturally, as the lager's light bitterness cleanses the palate between sips of whiskey.

Best For

• Stocking a cooler for a backyard cookout or tailgate
• Keeping a reliable session lager on hand for long weekends
• Budget-conscious beer drinkers who want GABF-recognized quality
• Casual gatherings where easy drinkability matters more than craft complexity

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hamm's Premium taste like? Hamm's Premium delivers a crisp, light-bodied lager experience with mild kilned malt, a hint of sweet corn, and low floral hop bitterness. It finishes clean and refreshing with very high carbonation.

How does Hamm's Premium compare to Pabst Blue Ribbon? Both are iconic American adjunct lagers, but Hamm's leans into a classic corn and grain sweetness while Pabst Blue Ribbon tends toward a slightly more pronounced German pilsner-style bitterness. At comparable price points, Hamm's is generally regarded as the sweeter, smoother option of the two.

Is Hamm's Premium good for easy drinking? Hamm's Premium is built for sessionability — at 4.7% ABV with a light body and clean finish, it is one of the most straightforward, refreshing American lagers available in a large-format pack.

Where is Hamm's Premium made? Hamm's was founded in 1865 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, but production now takes place at the MillerCoors facility in Irwindale, California.

What foods pair well with Hamm's Premium? Grilled burgers and hot dogs benefit from the beer's carbonation cutting through fat. Fried chicken pairs well as the crisp finish refreshes the palate. Spicy tacos or nachos are complemented by the mild malt sweetness. Light salads with vinaigrette work alongside the subtle hop bitterness, and classic pizza is an easy, reliable match.

What sizes does Hamm's Premium come in? This listing is a 30-pack of 12 oz cans. Hamm's Premium is also commonly available in 12-packs, 24-packs, and single tall-boy cans depending on the market.

Is Hamm's Premium worth the price? Hamm's Premium positions as a value-tier American lager that punches above its weight — two GABF Gold Medals confirm that independent judges rate it among the best in its category. The 30-pack format offers strong per-unit value for a beer with legitimate competition credentials.

Why Hamm's Premium?

Two Great American Beer Festival Gold Medals in the American Style Lager category (2007 and 2010) set Hamm's apart from most budget lagers, which rarely earn recognition at that level of competition. The double mash brewing process, while standard for the style, produces a remarkably clean and balanced result at 4.7% ABV. With roots stretching back to 1865 in Minnesota, the brand carries genuine historical weight rather than manufactured nostalgia. For drinkers who want a dependable, award-recognized American lager in a format built for sharing, the 30-pack delivers exactly that.