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Star Lager & Nigerian Beer

↳ from Lagos, Nigeria

Nigeria is one of Africa's largest beer markets: Star, Gulder and Guinness Foreign Extra Stout are well-known.

History

Star Lager was first brewed in 1949, and Nigerian Breweries has been an important company for decades.

Ingredients

  • Malt
  • Sorghum or maize
  • Hops
  • Water

How it's made

  1. Mash
  2. Boil with hops
  3. Ferment
  4. Lager
  5. Bottle

Famous brands & makers

  • Star
  • Gulder
  • Heineken
  • Guinness Foreign Extra Stout
  • Trophy

For readers of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.

Ratings & notes

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