Old Style Light 24Pk Cans

Old Style Light 24Pk Cans is a 24-pack of 12 oz cans containing a classic American light lager brewed at 3.8% ABV. Brewed by Pabst Brewing Company in La Crosse, Wisconsin, this light lager carries forward a regional Midwestern identity that has endured through decades of ownership changes and production shifts.

Quick Facts: ABV: 3.8%  |  Origin: La Crosse, Wisconsin, USA  |  Style: American Light Lager  |  Brewery: Pabst Brewing Company  |  Calories: 110 per 12 oz  |  Carbs: 8.3g per 12 oz

Production & Heritage

Old Style Light is a lighter expression of the heritage Old Style lager that became synonymous with Chicago taverns and Wrigley Field bleacher seats. In November 2023, production returned to La Crosse, Wisconsin, after more than 20 years of being brewed in Milwaukee under Pabst Brewing Company's contract arrangements. The beer is built on a base of malted barley and corn, fermented fully as a lager, then finished carefully to achieve its slim, sessionable profile. Natural hop varieties and a specialized hop extract round out the formula, giving the brew a restrained bitterness that complements its grain-forward character.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Corn and cereal grain lead the nose, supported by a gentle maltiness. There is little hop presence on the aroma, keeping things straightforward and clean.

Taste: The entry is light-bodied and crisp, with a noticeable sweetness from the corn and malted barley. Mid-palate brings a modest grain complexity without any harsh edges. The balance remains restrained throughout — nothing overpowers, and the beer drinks smooth and easy.

Finish: Short and clean with a mild grain dryness. A faint cereal sweetness lingers briefly before the palate resets completely.

How to Drink Old Style Light

Serve cold — ideally between 35–40°F — straight from the can or poured into a pint glass to appreciate the golden straw-yellow color and fluffy white head. Old Style Light is a straightforward drinking beer, best enjoyed without overthinking it. For a Michelada, the clean grain base pairs well with tomato juice, hot sauce, and lime. In a Beer Shandy, combine it with fresh lemonade for a low-ABV summer cooler that stays under control. A Chelada — simply Old Style Light with lime juice and salt — lets the corn-forward flavor work as a refreshing base.

Best For

• Backyard cookouts and tailgating where sessionability matters
• Stocking a cooler for a long day of watching baseball or football
• Anyone seeking a lower-calorie, lower-ABV lager for casual weeknight drinking
• Midwestern nostalgia — a taste of Chicago bar culture in a can

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Old Style Light taste like? Old Style Light is a light, crisp, corn-forward lager with a smooth mouthfeel and subtle grain sweetness. It finishes clean and dry with no lingering bitterness.

How does Old Style Light compare to Miller Lite? Old Style Light sits at 3.8% ABV with 110 calories, while Miller Lite comes in higher at 4.2% ABV and 96 calories. Old Style Light leans more noticeably into its corn and malt character, whereas Miller Lite emphasizes a slightly hoppier, drier profile.

Is Old Style Light good for sessionable drinking? At 3.8% ABV and 110 calories per 12 oz serving, Old Style Light is one of the more sessionable mainstream American light lagers available. Its low alcohol content and clean finish make it easy to drink over an extended period.

Where is Old Style Light made? Old Style Light is brewed by Pabst Brewing Company in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Production returned to La Crosse in November 2023 after being brewed in Milwaukee for over two decades.

What foods pair well with Old Style Light? Chicago-style hot dogs are a natural match given the brand's deep ties to the city. Grilled bratwurst works well, as the beer's crispness cuts through the richness of the sausage. Nachos and ballpark-style snacks complement the light body without competing for attention. Fried fish or fish tacos benefit from the beer's clean, refreshing finish. Simple pizza — especially a thin-crust tavern-style slice — is another strong pairing.

What sizes does Old Style Light come in? This listing is a 24-pack of 12 oz cans, which is the most common format for Old Style Light.

Is Old Style Light worth the price? Old Style Light positions as a value-tier American light lager, competing directly with other domestic 24-packs. It delivers a clean, honest beer with regional character at a price point that undercuts many mainstream light lager brands.

Why Old Style Light?

Old Style Light carries a regional identity that mass-market light lagers simply cannot replicate. Its return to La Crosse in 2023 reconnected the brand with its Wisconsin brewing roots, a move that mattered to the loyal Midwestern drinkers who kept the brand alive through decades of corporate reshuffling. At 3.8% ABV, it sits below most competitors in alcohol content, making it genuinely sessionable rather than just marketed that way. For drinkers who grew up seeing Old Style neon signs in Chicago neighborhood bars, this 24-pack is less about chasing the newest craft release and more about reaching for something familiar, unpretentious, and reliably refreshing.