Busch Light Brings Back Another Fan-Favorite Flavored Lager Just for Summer
Busch Light is bringing back another fruity beer flavor.
Earlier this summer, the Anheuser-Busch beer brand revived its highly successful Busch Light Apple (also known as "Bapple") and sold some 2.3 million cases in just six weeks. With a 108 percent increase in volume versus last year, per the company, the fruit-flavored lager has again proven itself a top performer.
But, surprisingly, the brewer revealed on Wednesday that Bapple isn't the only flavored lager making a "highly requested" comeback or run for the best seasonal beer for summer 2026: Busch Light Lime is, too. While the variety didn't get a cool nickname when it initially launched like its apple-flavored counterpart, the fresh, citrusy-flavored lager has earned its rightful return for the season.
"After the strong response to Busch Light Lime last summer, we knew fans wanted more, which is why we're bringing it back for another season," Krystyn Stowe, head of marketing of Busch Family & Natural Family at Anheuser-Busch, explained in a statement.
Busch Light Lime Returns for a Limited Time This Summer
In case it's new to you, the "bold," zestier flavor debuted in summer 2025, shortly after Busch Light Apple first flew off shelves. In the 25 states where it was available, Anheuser-Busch said its Busch Light Lime lager sold 288,000 cases in its first month.
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The returning beer is officially described as a "crisp, refreshing lime-flavored lager with a touch of sweet on the front end and a clean beer finish on the back" and a "distinct tart and zesty profile." It's 4.1 percent alcohol by volume (ABV).
When it first launched, consumers were eager to compare it to Bud Light Lime, and many suggested the competition between the two is fierce.
One reviewer called it "really clean and refreshing."
"I'm enjoying it," another added.
"Glad to have found out this is seasonal," a third shared, noting it's so good they've "saved nine of them in my mini fridge for mid-winter" when the craving hits.
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Oh, and that's not all Busch Light is doing to appease fruit-flavored beer connoisseurs. A few weeks ago, Anheuser-Busch announced its first-ever "Flavor Showdown," which offers fans 21+ the opportunity to help decide the next flavor of Busch Light: Lemon, Orange, or Peach. To make your voice heard, visit the official Busch Light Flavor Showdown website or comment on Busch Light social posts.
"From the return of Busch Light Lime to helping shape what flavors come next through our first-ever Flavor Showdown, listening to our fans is always at the heart of everything we do," Stowe added.
Those looking to get their hands on Busch Light Lime can find it in 12, 24, and 30-packs of 12-ounce cans across 28 states (prices and availability may vary) for a limited time this summer. To find it near you, try the official Busch Light product locator.
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This story was originally published June 10, 2026 at 1:43 PM.