Victoria 24OZ

Victoria 24OZ is a Vienna-style lager brewed by Grupo Modelo at 4.0% ABV, served in a 24 oz format. As Mexico's oldest beer brand — first brewed in 1865 in Toluca — Victoria carries more than 150 years of continuous brewing heritage, a distinction no other Mexican beer can claim.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.0%  |  Origin: Ciudad de México, Mexico  |  Style: Vienna-Style Lager  |  Brewery: Grupo Modelo S.A. de C.V.

Production & Heritage

Victoria was originally created by Compañía Toluca y México in 1865, making it the oldest continually produced beer brand in Mexico. It is now brewed by Grupo Modelo S.A. de C.V., headquartered in Ciudad de México. The recipe follows the Vienna lager tradition, using water, barley malt, non-malted cereals, and hops to produce a smooth, amber-toned beer with a malt-forward character that differentiates it from the pale lager style most commonly associated with Mexican brewing.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Orange blossom honey on toast leads the nose, followed by a malty sweetness with subtle toffee undertones. There is a gentle grain presence that keeps the bouquet approachable and inviting.

Taste: The entry is smooth and lightly frothy, with sweet caramel and toasted malt arriving immediately on the palate. At mid-palate, grainy malt flavors expand alongside tangy apple butter and a fleeting note of star fruit. Bitter hops emerge toward the peak, balancing the malt sweetness without overwhelming it.

Finish: The finish is clean and moderate in length, with lingering toasted malt and a faint corn-like sweetness. A light hop bitterness rounds out the close, leaving the palate refreshed.

How to Drink Victoria

Victoria drinks well straight from the bottle or poured into a pilsner glass at around 40°F, where its malt complexity becomes more apparent. A wedge of lime is a common accompaniment but not essential. A Michelada is a natural match — the toasted malt and caramel sweetness stand up well to lime juice, hot sauce, and Worcestershire. In a Chelada, Victoria's smooth body pairs cleanly with tomato-clam juice. For a simple Beer-Rita, the Vienna lager's malt backbone adds depth that lighter Mexican lagers cannot provide.

Best For

• Backyard cookouts with grilled carne asada or al pastor
• Watching fútbol or sporting events with friends
• Introducing someone to amber Mexican lagers beyond the pale lager category
• Pairing with bold, spice-forward Mexican street food

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Victoria taste like? Victoria delivers sweet caramel and toasted malt flavors balanced by moderate hop bitterness, with a light-to-medium body and a smooth, clean finish.

How does Victoria compare to Dos Equis Amber? Both are amber Mexican lagers with malt-forward profiles, but Victoria tends to be slightly lighter in body at 4.0% ABV and leans more toward toasted malt and toffee, while Dos Equis Amber generally presents a fuller caramel character at a slightly higher ABV. Victoria also holds the distinction of being brewed since 1865, predating Dos Equis by roughly thirty years.

Is Victoria good for casual drinking? Victoria's 4.0% ABV and smooth, approachable malt profile make it an easy-drinking lager well suited for extended sessions and warm-weather refreshment.

Where is Victoria made? Victoria is brewed by Grupo Modelo S.A. de C.V. in Mexico. It was originally created in Toluca, México, in 1865 by Compañía Toluca y México.

What foods pair well with Victoria? Tacos al pastor — the malt sweetness complements the pineapple and chili marinade. Grilled carne asada — toasted malt mirrors charred meat flavors. Fish tacos with lime crema — the clean finish cuts through richness. Elote (Mexican street corn) — caramel malt echoes the corn's natural sweetness. Mole poblano — the beer's light body refreshes the palate between bites of complex, spiced sauce.

What sizes does Victoria come in? Victoria is commonly available in 12 oz bottles, 12 oz cans, and this 24 oz single-serve format, which is a popular choice for individual enjoyment.

Is Victoria worth the price? Victoria positions as an everyday, value-tier Mexican import that punches above its price class thanks to its Vienna lager character and historical pedigree — a step up in flavor complexity from standard pale Mexican lagers without a premium price tag.

Why Victoria?

Victoria is not just another Mexican lager — it is the oldest beer brand in the country, with an unbroken brewing lineage stretching back to 1865. Its Vienna-style recipe sets it apart from the flood of pale adjunct lagers that dominate the Mexican import category, delivering toasted malt depth and caramel sweetness that most competitors lack. At 4.0% ABV, it remains sessionable and versatile, working equally well on its own or as the base for a well-built Michelada. For drinkers looking beyond the usual pale lager options, Victoria offers genuine heritage and a flavor profile rooted in one of the world's great classic beer styles.