Best Texas Summer Beers | Texini | Beers to drink this summer

Texas is a blast during the summer. With all of the lakes, rivers, and endless summer fun, you need an equally matched summer beer. We’re going to show you some of the best Texas summer beers, that will help you keep your cool.

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Best Texas summer beers:

Shiner Ruby Redbird
Saint Arnold Fancy Lawnmower
Karbach Weisse Versa Wheat
Community Hop Skinny IPA

These are a few local Texas beers for summer, however, we also have a list of some other beer brands that will be a hit at the cooler this summer. Texas breweries have exploded in the past few years, with many exciting new recipes that pair extremely well with the Texas heat.

Summer beers also pair well with food and many breweries also have kitchens and restaurants that serve amazing food. A survey done in Texas, states that 66% of people who visit breweries in Texas find that pairing beers with food is an important part of the experience.

Local Texas Beers for Summer

If you’re looking for a true Texas summer experience, then you may want to try a local Texas beer to make it authentic.

Shiner Ruby Redbird

When it comes to taste, Shiner’s Ruby Redbird hits all of the important notes. This beer is light on calories, only 95. This is a light beer, that has a lot of flavors. This lager is perfect for summer. With grapefruit and ginger, this is a delicious citrus beer.

Saint Arnold Fancy Lawnmower

Fancy Lawnmower, by Saint Arnold, is an all-day drinker. If you plan on being at the lake or tailgating a game, then you should try this beer. It’s perfect for a sunny day when you want to drink for hours without getting too wasted.

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Karbach Weisse Versa Wheat

Karbach is a great Texas beer company, that makes delicious beers that will make your summer even more enjoyable. The Weisse Versa Wheat, combines the flavors of Hefeweizen, with Belgium whites, that combine for a light satisfying flavor.

Community Hop Skinny IPA

Community is another Texas beer that makes incredible IPAs. You can find a beer for just about any occasion. The Hop Skinny IPA is a low-calorie IPA, that has all of the hoppy flavors that you would expect. These come in cans and is a great beer for the lake.

Best Texas Summer Craft Beers

Texas has some of the best craft beers. When the craft beer craze hit Texas, it brought with it many awesome Texas craft breweries. Here is a list of some of the best Texas summer craft beers.

Celis Raspberry – Celis Brewery
Strawberry Blonde – Southern Star
Austin Beerworks – Fire Eagle
Deep Ellum – IPA

These craft beers come from Texas and will add a little bit of craft flavor to your summer plans. Celis Raspberry has a fruity tart flavor and is brewed with Belgium yeast. Strawberry Blonde, by Southern Star Brewing Company, is a lager with hints of strawberry, that keeps your thirst quenched.

Another great local Texas brewery is Austin Beerworks. You can find some awesome Texas summer craft beers here. The Fire Eagle is an American IPA, that goes down smoothly. Deep Ellum, is another great Texas brewery, that makes an IPA perfect for summer drinking.

Best Texas Summer Beers in Cans

If you are going to the lake, or the river, and need something that isn’t bottled in glass, then these best Texas summer beers in cans may be just what you’re looking for.

Lone Star Beer (Can)
Karbach – Crawford Bock (Can)
Independence – Native Texas Pilsner (Can)
Real Ale – Lost Gold IPA (Can)

Lone Star Beer is the official beer of Texas. It’s a great all-day drinker and will earn its place in your cooler this summer. Karbach’s, Crawford Bock, is a great light bock beer that comes in a can, that has a good bock flavor.

Independence Brewery makes a Native Texas pilsner, that will cool you right off on the hottest of summer days. Another Texas favorite, Real Ale, makes Lost Gold IPA, which will get you to the next level with more alcohol content, and hoppy flavors.

Best Cheap Texas Summer Beers

Texas has some great beers, for a cheaper price. You can count on these Texas favorites to get your summer started the right way.

Lone Star Beer

Lone Star Beer, is a beer that is refreshing, and easy on the pocketbook. Most establishments in Texas will have specials for Lone Star beers on the weekends, that help you get through a Texas summer night, on a budget.

Pearl Beer

One of Texas’s older beers is back again! Pearl beer was a favorite in the ’70s and has recently been brought out of retirement. You can pick up a six-pack of Pearl for about the same price as Lone Star. Add some Pearl to your cooler this summer.

Shiner Bock

If you are looking for something with a little more punch this summer, then you may want to try a Shiner Bock. This is a beer with a lot of flavors, that will get you a little more buzzed. Great for its price.

More Summer Beers

There are more summer beers, that are not local to Texas, that you will also want to check out this summer. These beers are light, refreshing, and will look great next to you on a sunny day.

Leinenkugel’s Summer Shandy
Blue Moon
Red Stripe
Stella Artois Solstice Lager

Leinenkugel’s Summer Shandy is one of my personal favorite beers to drink on a hot summer day. It’s a Weiss beer, with a little bit of lemon flavor. Blue Moon is a Belgium Wheat White beer, that goes extremely well with a slice of orange.

Red Stripe is one of Jamaica’s best-hidden beer secrets. You can pick these up at most gas stations, and they will make any summer night a fun one. Stella Artois makes so many great light beers. The Soltice lager will complement any Texas evening and will add some class to your night.

Best Beer to Drink on the River

Texas has a lot of rivers. I’ve floated the Guadalupe river many times, and have had a blast. You are allowed to drink, and the best beers to drink on the river, are ones that come in cans. Most public water areas, do not allow glass bottles.

Lone Star Beer can be a great canned beer to have in your cooler. They are cheap and they get the job done. Next up, try Saint Arnolds, Fancy Lawnmower, in a can. This beer has a ton of flavor and you will be able to sip it all day long.

When I go tubbing on the river, I always have a second tube, that holds my cooler! This is a perfect summer setting. Just make sure you drink responsibly!

Staying Safe While Drinking Beer in the Summer

The best Texas summer beers, also come with responsibility. If you are drinking this summer, you need to make sure you are also following these tips.

Don’t drink too much in the sun. If you are going to be drinking directly in the sun, make sure you don’t overdo it. Beer can dehydrate you and you can become fatigued. Make sure to get into some shade.

Drink a lot of water. You will be enjoying your Texas summer beers, but also make sure to drink plenty of water. We often lose track of how to keep our bodies healthy when we are having fun, so just stay hydrated.

Never drink and drive. Always drink responsibly. Do not drink too much, and never drink and drive. This can be a dangerous combo and many people lose their lives every year from drunk driving accidents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Best beer to drink in the sun?

The best beer to drink in the sun is one that is lighter, lower in alcohol content, and something cold and refreshing. Also, you should drink plenty of water.

The strongest beer in Texas?

Texas allows you to buy stronger beers. You can get something with an alcohol content ranging from 7% to 18% and up.

Is beer good for summer?

Beer can be a fun way to spend a summer afternoon or evening, When a beer is served extra cold, it is a refreshing way to end a hike or a hard day of work.

Does beer help you cool down?

While cold beer can be extremely refreshing, alcohol warms the body up, it does not cool it down. Make sure to stay hydrated with water when drinking beer.