Sol beer was developed in the federal district of Mexico (Mexico City) in 1899 by a German immigrant, and is so named for its bright, sunny appearance in the clear bottle. Sol has been a Heineken International brand since, 2010, when the Cuauhtemoc Moctezuma brewing company was acquired. Sol is available in fifty countries and is sold in varying bottle and can configurations, and one might occasionally see it on tap. According to Heineken, it is especially popular in the Middle East, Asia, and South America. One will find that it is also widely available in America and it is a standard offering in Mexican restaurants.
Sol is 4.5% alcohol, and the company touts its "exquisite aroma", "mild flavor", "slightly bitter" flavor, and "refreshing" character. Sol's mellow approach guarantees that it is not shunned by those turned off by harsh or strong beers. However, most beer enthusiasts will find that the beer had enough flavor and character to complement a spicy Latin meal. This writer sees a bright future for this brand in the coming decades.
http://www.cuamoc.com/es/cerveza/sol
