It's not just empty land! Indonesian beer list
Characteristics of the Indonesian liquor market
Indonesia is an Islamic country, but in tourist destinations like Bali or Jakarta, you can easily find beer.
However, due to high liquor taxes and distribution structures, prices are quite expensive.
TIP! We recommend purchasing beer in advance if you are traveling to local areas outside of famous tourist destinations!
Why is beer expensive?
- High liquor tax (up to 90% or more can be imposed)
- Expensive distribution license costs
- Cold chain logistics costs (low-temperature storage and transportation)
- Price increase due to market oversaturation
Representative beer brands
Popular brands
Bintang (Empty Land)
- Indonesia's national beer
- Alcohol content: 4.7%
- Characteristics: Heineken-style refreshing lager
- Main products: Bintang Radler (lemon flavor, 2%)
- Bintang Crystal (4.5%)
- Bintang Zero (non-alcoholic)
Anker (Anchor)
- Alcohol content: 5%
- Characteristics: Dry and robust lager
- Representative product: Anker Stout (black beer, 7%)
Bali Hai (Bali High)
- Alcohol content: 4.7%
- Characteristics: Sweet and refreshing lager
- Representative product: Bali Hai Draft (smooth and light taste)
Prost Beer (Prost Beer)
- Alcohol content: 4.8%
- Characteristics: Clean lager with a hint of fruit
- Reason for recommendation: When you want a different, softer taste than Bintang!
- Main products: Prost Weizen (wheat beer version)
Singaraja (Singaraja)
- Alcohol content: 5%
- Characteristics: Robust and premium craft feel
- Reason for recommendation: If you want a different personality than Bintang!
Premium Craft Beer
Stark Craft Beer
- Bali local production premium beer
- Various styles: wheat beer, IPA, ale, etc.
- Alcohol content: 4-6%
Kura-Kura
- Bali's representative craft beer
- Unique taste using local ingredients (emphasis on tropical flavor)
- Types: lager, pale ale, IPA, etc.
What is your favorite Indonesian beer?
