It is actually possible to get quality local beer in Ghana and as I once read, there are no known pathogens that can survive in beer -- drinking it is a healthy alternative. Most beers are served in 625 ml bottles (roughly 20 ounces) and cost about 4 cedis ($2.80 at the current rate).
My favorites:
1. Castle Milk Stout. A mild, dark stout that stacks up well against Stouts from around the world. Certainly my favorite. Think Guinness. This is brewed locally in Cape Coast. I am not sure if it is the same Castle as in South Africa and elsewhere.
2. Stone Strong Lager. Most of the Ghanaian brews are lagers. This one is note-worthy for its high alcohol content and strong flavor. I would compare it to a Doppelbock. Not one of favorite styles, but this one was quite drinkable.
3. Gulder Lager. This is owned by Guinness. Think Harp's. Not a bad all-purpose brew. If your worst problem is that a beer equivalent to Harp is the best you can do, you probably don't have much to complain about.
4. Club Lager. Think Miller. It'll do in a pinch.
5. Star. I believe this is the most popular beer in the country. Think Schlitz -- not even the best of the yard beers.
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