What is the alcohol content of Tecate beer?

Answer 1

The United States version of Cervesa Tecate, imported by Cervezas Mexicanas (White Plains, NY), is 4.10. The Cerveza Tecate in Mexico is 4.49.

References

1. The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Wine, Beer, Spirits, & Liqueurs, by Stuart Walton and Brian Glover
2. Original Beer Alcohol Content FAQ, consisting of the following references :
   1. Encyclopaedia Brittanica. Vol. 1, 15th edition, 1974, Chicago, IL.
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3. Brewery Supplied Information
   1. Private Communication with Sapporo
4. Hankin L. Analysis of Beer, Bulletin 865, Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, New Haven , CT, 1988.
5. SN : Sierra Nevada Brewing Company website.

Answer 2

Practically zero. Most of it has been fermented.

Answer 3

It is usually 80 proof or 40% alcohol.

Answer 4

4.10

Answer 5

3.7%

Answer 6

4.5% ABV

Answer 7

4.4%