Michelob Ultra 24Pk Cans

Michelob Ultra 24Pk Cans is a 24-pack of 12 oz cans of Anheuser-Busch's flagship light lager, brewed to 4.2% ABV. With just 95 calories and 2.6 grams of carbohydrates per 12-ounce serving, Michelob Ultra has become one of the best-selling beers in the United States, anchored by its position as one of the lowest-calorie, lowest-carb options among major domestic light lagers.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.2%  |  Origin: St. Louis, Missouri, USA  |  Style: American Light Lager  |  Brewery: Anheuser-Busch (est. 1852)

Production & Heritage

Michelob Ultra is brewed by Anheuser-Busch, the St. Louis-based brewery founded in 1852 and owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev since 2008. The beer uses a grain bill of barley malt and rice, combined with all-imported hops and a pure-cultured yeast strain. What distinguishes Ultra from other light lagers in the Anheuser-Busch portfolio is an extended mashing process that breaks down more of the grain's starches into fermentable sugars, resulting in a finished beer with fewer residual carbohydrates than most competitors. That process, rather than any post-fermentation manipulation, is the primary reason the beer achieves its notably low 2.6-gram carbohydrate count.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Very subtle overall, with faint grain and a light citrus character. There is minimal hop presence on the nose, keeping things clean and neutral.

Taste: The palate opens thin and crisp, with a gentle doughy malt sweetness at the entry. Mid-palate brings a faint corn-like grain note from the rice and barley malt, while hop bitterness remains almost imperceptible. As the beer warms slightly, the malt character takes on a mildly sweet, bready quality.

Finish: Dry, highly carbonated, and brisk, with a clean exit. A very slight bitter edge lingers briefly before the palate resets entirely.

How to Drink Michelob Ultra

Serve ice-cold, straight from the can or poured into a chilled pilsner glass to preserve carbonation. This is a beer designed to be consumed cold and refreshing rather than contemplated at cellar temperature.

• Michelada: The neutral profile and high carbonation make Ultra a solid base for this tomato-lime-hot sauce beer cocktail without competing flavors.
• Beer Margarita (Beergarita): Ultra's light body and low sweetness blend well with frozen margarita mix, adding effervescence without heaviness.
• Shandy: Mix half-and-half with fresh lemonade — the beer's dry finish keeps the drink from becoming cloying.

Best For

• Stocking a cooler for game-day gatherings or tailgates
• Active-lifestyle drinkers tracking calorie and carbohydrate intake
• Backyard barbecues and warm-weather cookouts
• Keeping a reliable, session-friendly beer on hand for casual entertaining

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Michelob Ultra taste like? Michelob Ultra is a very light, crisp beer with faint grain sweetness, minimal hop bitterness, and a clean, dry finish. The overall impression is neutral and refreshing rather than flavor-forward.

How does Michelob Ultra compare to Miller Lite? Both are mainstream American light lagers, but Michelob Ultra is slightly lower in calories (95 vs. 96) and notably lower in carbohydrates (2.6g vs. 3.2g per 12-ounce serving). Miller Lite generally delivers a slightly more pronounced grain and hop character, while Ultra leans drier and more neutral.

Is Michelob Ultra good for health-conscious drinkers? At 95 calories and 2.6 grams of carbohydrates per 12-ounce can, Michelob Ultra is one of the lowest-calorie, lowest-carb options among widely available domestic beers, making it a common choice for drinkers watching their intake.

Where is Michelob Ultra made? Michelob Ultra is brewed by Anheuser-Busch, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Production takes place across multiple Anheuser-Busch brewing facilities throughout the United States.

What foods pair well with Michelob Ultra? Grilled chicken or fish tacos benefit from the beer's dry, palate-cleansing carbonation. Light salads with citrus vinaigrette complement the beer's subtle citrus character. Shrimp ceviche works well given the shared brightness and clean finish. Veggie burgers or turkey burgers pair easily without the beer overwhelming lighter flavors.

What sizes does Michelob Ultra come in? Michelob Ultra is widely available in a range of formats including single 12 oz and 16 oz cans, 6-packs, 12-packs, 18-packs, 24-packs, and 25 oz single cans, among other configurations depending on market availability.

Is Michelob Ultra worth the price? Michelob Ultra positions as a mainstream domestic light lager priced in line with other major American light beer brands. Its value proposition centers on the low-calorie, low-carb profile rather than craft-beer complexity — for drinkers who prioritize that, the 24-pack format represents solid everyday value.

Why Michelob Ultra?

Michelob Ultra's defining advantage is concrete and measurable: 2.6 grams of carbohydrates per serving, achieved through an extended mashing process rather than artificial shortcuts. That number undercuts virtually every other widely distributed American light lager. The 24-pack format makes practical sense for a beer that functions as a session-weight, high-volume staple — it is built for coolers, not cellars. For drinkers who want a clean, low-impact beer that stays out of its own way, Ultra remains the benchmark in its category.