Negra Modelo is technically a Munich Dunkel-style lager and has been identified as one of the few surviving examples of a Vienna-style lager. That was the style which was largely replaced by Oktoberfest, a slightly lighter but no less flavorful lager, in early 20th-century European breweries. Dunkelbiers are known to be dark. In fact, Dunkel is the German word for dark. Even as a Mexican beer, Negra Modelo follows the style quite well. It is on the lower side of the bitterness scale which typically ranges between 20 and 30 IBUs for the style. At 19 IBUs, this is a more delicate Dunkel than you may be used to, but that also plays into its origins in Mexico.Brewed longer than the average beer, Negra Modelo has a very rich flavor. The combination of Galena hops and caramel and black malts contributes to this profile, though you may be surprised that it remains a medium-bodied beer.Negra Modelo launched in 1925 and was first imported into the United States in the 1980s. It has since become a popular beer and a great alternative to the country's more popular light lagers.Brewed alongside Corona, Modelo also produces a light pilsner-style lager, Modelo Especial. Some beer drinkers prefer this to the more popular Corona.Negra Modelo pours with an off-white, medium head. The body is clear with a rich amber color that is almost a copper.The aroma is sweet with hints of apple. The impression at the first sip is sweet. This gives way only a bit to some bitterness from hops which gives it a nice balance. However, the bitter is not enough to break this beer from firmly being categorized as sweet. Negra Modelo has no real lager snap at the end, just lingering hops. This actually makes the second sip more balanced than the first. It's as if the beer gets better with each sip.You will find some complexity and depth here but the flavors are very delicate. They are obliterated by the aggressive flavors of the Mexican cuisine that Modelo is often served with, making it a sweet balance to the savory and sometimes hot cuisine.

The beer is great, although I cannot have more than two.  For some reason, this beer gets me tipsy a bit to quick.  I prefer something that i can sip throughout the day at a gathering, or enjoy at home.  I definitely recommend it to any beer drinkers that also partake in other spirits.

MODELO TIME  is all the time! you can never go wrong  with a modelo and if you are looking for something with a higher percentage, the negra version is the way to go! It comes in basic cardboard packaging in either a 3, 6, 12, 18, or 24 PK. I would definitely buy again!

I was first introduced to Modelo when I visited Mexico!  I really like this beer because it has a distinct flavor and great packaging.  I wish the fluid ounce was a little bigger, but overall a great beer for a taco night.  I would recommend this beer to others. 

I'm a beer nerd so usually give cheaper beers a pass. This stuff is good though. It's a very light and easy drinking beer. It certainly has that classic cerveza flavor but has darker malts. This gives it some roasted malt caramel flavor that is balanced really well. This is a very refreshing beer that doesn't compromise flavor.

LOVE THIS BEER! Im not a huge fan of dark beers but this one is definitely a favorite. I think it drinks lighter which makes me not feel as full after. There’s good taste and I would tell my friends to try this if they’re trying to explore darker beers.

Negra Modelo, I try this everytime i go to my favorite Mexican restaurant. I always order the largest cold glass of it I can get. Its delicious! Its sort of like a dark lager that is outstanding with a slice of lime squeezed in. I've cut down on drinking beer, but would still order (a smaller glass) of this next time I head to that restaurant.

This is a good refreshing lager with body. If a friend asks me to bring a beer that normally does not like beer, I might take this one. This is refreshing after a long day at work and you want something that is not heavy. Even great for after mowing the lawn. Refreshing but won’t dehydrate you too much. I love the bottle which has the beautiful gold foil on top with the strong bottle cap that does require a tool. I have seen people try to use their hands, nope. This tastes great out of the bottle or in a tasting glass. The bottle allows easy grip and even will fit into a standard size beer koozie.

I LOVE MODELO NEGRA! seriously I don't know what it is about dark lagers but I looooooovvveeeee them! they're refreshing and great to have alongside a meal. they're smoother than the regular lager to me. I would definitely recommend everyone to try it !!!

This is one of my favorite beers. The smoothness, and the taste are amazing.