Cerveza Cusqueña (Cusquena) Lager

Difford's Guide

alc./vol: 5%

Proof: 10°

Vintage: Non-vintage

Aged: No age statement

Product of: Product of Peru Peru

Brewed since 1908 and is the number one brand in Latin America. Brewed using malt, barley and Nugget, Styrian, and Saaz hops and glacial melt water from 18,000 feet in the Andes.

Pronounced 'Cus-Ken-Ya', this Peruvian lager is brewed 8,000 feet above sea level, atop the Andes, 40km from the Inca city of Machu Picchu.

Review and Tasting


Sampled on 26/11/2011

Appearance:

Clear pale golden with medium, long lasting ivory white head.

Aroma:

Yeasty corn bread with faint honey and hop aromas.

Taste:

Light, dry, crisp corn with faint spice.

Aftertaste:

Slight astringency to the dry malty finish.

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Closure: Crown cap

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UK distribution by: Chilli Marketing
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