Top 7 Colombian Beers Worth Trying While Traveling

Beer is one of my favorite pastimes when I travel to different countries. And in fact, in Colombia hot days especially, there’s nothing hits the spot quite like a cold beer.

Normally, when I’m back in my hometown, Guatemala, I don’t drink beer too much. Yet, when I’m in a new place, whether in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Mexico, or Colombia, I absolutely love tasting all the ones they have that are local to the country, city, or area. This time, I have gathered five of my favorite Colombian beers.

Colombia certainly has its share of beers. But what I also noticed is that they have a lot of European beers, especially from Holland and Belgium. I am a huge lover of Belgian beer, so at times it was tough for me to give that up to taste the local brew. But I went for it.

In today’s post, I’ll let you in on my top 7 favorite Colombian beers that I actually find better and worth trying out while exploring Colombia.

1. Aguila

At a glance, Aguila is THE Colombian beer. It’s what you’ll find in every little corner store and beachside bar. Think of it as Colombia’s answer to Budweiser – an uncomplicated, mass-produced lager. It’s not fancy, but it’s incredibly drinkable. Plus, there’s something satisfying about ordering the most iconic beer in the country!

This was one of the better ones. It comes in different styles, but I loved the light one. Even though it has a light flavor, it still holds onto that traditional beer taste with just the right amount of bitterness.

2. Corona

You know this one. It’s the ultimate warm-weather beer – the clear bottle, the lime wedge… you get the picture. In Colombia, Corona feels extra refreshing due to the sizzling days. The golden liquid in the beer, is crisp, super light, maybe even a touch watery, but that’s the point. It’s entirely prepared to quench your thirst on a scorching day!

3. Club Colombia

This is like the Budweiser of Colombia. It’s the most recommended. I liked it, but it wasn’t at all my favorite beer.

4. Heineken

Heineken’s everywhere, and Colombia’s no exception. It’s got that ‘cosmopolitan beer’ vibe, promising high quality and fancy European brewing methods. There’s a bit of mystique to the green bottle and red star, right? As for taste… eh, it’s alright. Some bitterness, a slight smokiness… to be honest, it’s nothing to write home about.

5. Cordilleras

This is one of the microbreweries in the area and, personally, my absolute favorite. I’m a huge sweet beer lover, hence my love affair with Belgian beers. 3 Cordilleras has some really tasty and sweet ones (Rosada), as well as pale ales, and dark and light mixtures.

6. Prima

This one’s a curveball! Prima is the house brand beer of Exito, obviously in Colombia’s biggest supermarket. I picked it up thinking it was gonna be the cheapest, worst brew ever – but man, it totally surprised us! It’s got a strong, almost rum-like smell and a surprisingly sweet flavor with a hint of caramel. Surely the most unusual beer on this list!

7. Pilsen

Pilsen’s a Colombian institution. It’s a light, easy-drinking lager, sort of a tad more flavorful version of Aguila (more on that later). If you’re looking for a crowd-pleaser, this is a safe bet, I recommend it. Nothing too complex, just a solid beer to sip on a sunny afternoon.

What Colombian Beer To Go For

All of them. Not because they are all good, but because everyone has different tastes, and some recommend one over the other, which isn’t totally fair.

What I find smoky, you might find perfectly balanced. The best part of Colombian beer is discovering your own favorites. As I mentioned earlier there are tons of beers to taste, I went for the 8 main ones:

Fun Fact About Drinking in Colombia

• You can legally drink anywhere you want on the streets in Colombia. The freedom of this is truly liberating.
• Interestingly enough, there is zero tolerance for drinking and driving, and I was super impressed by how seriously this is taken.
• Colombians love to drink and they are super social about it. They will stay out until all hours of the night drinking, dancing or just hanging out with friends.
• You must be 18 years old to legally purchase alcohol in Colombia.

Conclusion – Final Verdict!

During my visit to Colombia, I found out so many things about Colombian culture and traditions and tried their delicious drinks, foods, and beers. Overall, I really enjoyed the variety of beers Colombia has to offer. Their beers are normally underrated in the world market, but I was pleasantly surprised by how good some of them tasted. Whether you’re a fan of light lagers, robust stouts, or something in between, I absolutely say you could get a better taste of Colombia through its beers, an integral part of its vibrant and diverse culture.

Last Updated on March 11, 2026