Probably 8% and up, but then again you could define strong in terms of flavor of alcohol in the beer rather than the number on the bottle.
“Schorschbock 57” by Schorschbräu – ABV: 57.5%
German brewery Schorschbräu’s “Schorschbock 57” secures the second spot with an ABV of 57.5%. This powerful brew showcases the art of traditional German brewing techniques, resulting in a strong and flavorful beer with a malt-forward profile. You’ll find hints of toffee, molasses, and a noticeable alcoholic punch in each sip.
“The End of History” by BrewDog – 55% ABV
The End of History by BrewDog
BrewDog, a Scottish craft beer icon, created “The End of History,” a beer that pushes the boundaries of both ABV and presentation. With an ABV of 55%, this beer is a limited edition and known for its unique packaging – it’s encased in taxidermy animals! The beer itself offers a complex, sweet, and spicy experience with a warming finish.
The End of History certainly wins the prize for strangest (or weirdest) bottle as well.
Trying The World’s Strongest Beer – 75% ABV
FAQ
What ABV is considered strong beer?
Is a 7% beer strong?
Is 5% a strong beer?
Is 6% alcohol beer strong?
Which beer has the strongest ABV?
In America, Samuel Adam’s Utopias is popularly known as the strongest beer. However, Hair Of The Dog Brewing Company’s Dave beer actually has the highest ABV. Most of the strongest beers in the USA are mostly intense American ales.
What is a good lager ABV?
Pilsnerandlager have an ABV of around4.8% to 6.0%, with most mainstream lagers around 5% ABV. The recognised ABV of a strong beer starts at around6% ABV. This is accepted by many countries, but some (like Norway), consider a strong beer to start from 4.8% ABV!
Which beer has the highest alcohol content?
In the guide above, we learned about many high ABV beers from the USA, so before you shop for these beers and taste-test them, here is a quick recap of the highest alcohol content beers. In America, Samuel Adam’s Utopias is popularly known as the strongest beer. However, Hair Of The Dog Brewing Company’s Dave beer actually has the highest ABV.
What is beer strength?
The strength of a beer is simply the amount of alcohol in it, litre for litre. It’s measured in ABV (alcohol by volume), so a beer described as 4% ABV contains 40ml of alcohol per litre of beer.