Is Budweiser a Rice-Based Beer? Unpacking the Ingredients
                                
                                
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                                Anheuser-Busch, the brewer of Budweiser, openly confirms that rice is a key ingredient in its recipe. Introduced in 1876, the beer has long been associated with its use of rice as an adjunct grain, creating its distinct flavor and crisp finish. Understanding why a major brewery like Anheuser-Busch chooses to use rice helps to clarify the nature of what is often referred to as an 'American-style pale lager'.