Thailand has a good range of local and imported beers available all over Thailand in shops, bars, and nightclubs. The quality of beer produced in Thailand can surprise first-time visitors and keen beer drinkers.
Most Thai beers are available in both bottles and cans. There are 2 main bottle sizes with the large bottle being 640 ml and the small being 320 ml. The costs of local beer in Thailand can range from 80 baht to 160 baht. Buying from 7-Eleven is cheaper where 320 ml bottle costs around 60 baht.
Inflation in 2023 has had an impact on prices where there has been a 30% increase in food and drink at bars and restaurants.
I have excluded imported beers like Heineken and Guinness as these are imports and are expensive compared to the local Thailand beers available in Thailand. I have created a list of popular beers in Thailand.
So, let’s take a closer look at the most popular beers in Thailand.
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What Beer Do They Drink In Thailand?
The most popular beers in Thailand are Singha, Chang, and Leo. Where Singha is probably Thailand’s most popular local beer with Chang also just as popular.
What Are The Most Popular Beers In Thailand
The popular beers in Thailand are as follows.
- Chang beer.
- Leo beer.
- Singha beer.
How Much Does Beer Cost In Thailand?
In Thailand, bottled beer costs around 65 baht in 7-Eleven, with 3 packs costing around 170 baht. While canned beer is a little cheaper. Whereas Singha beer is a little more expensive.
| Beer | Bar/Restaurants Prices (baht) | Nightclub Price (baht) |
| Chang Beer 640 ml Bottle | 100 – 160 | 160 + |
| Leo Beer 640 ml Bottle | 100 – 160 | 160 + |
| Singha 640 ml Bottle | 100 – 160 | 160 + |
Note, prices are more expensive in touristy areas like Banga Road in Phuket. The more local you go the cheaper it gets.
Information On The Popular Beers In Thailand
Here is a little more information on the popular beers in Thailand.
Chang Beer
The Chang beer has 5.2% ABV and you can buy it all over Thailand. It is sold in both cans and bottles.
How Much Does Chang Beer Cost In Thailand?
The average price of Chang beer in a bar is from 120 baht to 160 baht for the 320 ml bottle in bars. The 640 ml bottle costs around 130 baht to 170 baht, but is not available in every bar. The most expensive are nightclubs and hotel bars, where you can where prices start from 150 baht.
Leo Beer
The Leo beer has 5% ABV and you can buy it everywhere in Thailand. It is available in cans and bottles.
How Much Does Leo Cost In Thailand?
The average price of Leo beer in a bar is from 120 baht to 160 baht for the 320 ml bottle in bars. The 640 ml bottle costs around 130 baht to 170 baht, but is not available in every bar. The most expensive are nightclubs and hotel bars, where you can where prices start from 150 baht.
Singha Beer
This beer has 5% ABV and you can buy it everywhere in Thailand. It is available in cans and bottles.
How Much Does Singha Beer Cost In Thailand?
The average price of Singha beer in a bar is from 120 baht to 160 baht for the 320 ml bottle in bars. The 640 ml bottle costs around 130 baht to 170 baht, but is not available in every bar. The most expensive are nightclubs and hotel bars, where you can where prices start from 150 baht.
Can You Smoke In Bars In Thailand?
No, you can not smoke in bars or restaurants in Thailand. They will either have a designated smoking area. Or you will have to go outside to smoke. It is smart to ask the staff where to smoke.
How Much Is A Beer In Phuket?
Phuket is slightly more expensive than the rest of Thailand for a beer. Expect to pay between 80 to 160 baht for a small bottle of Singha, Chang, or Leo. Whereas at 7/11 a small bottle of beer can cost around 60 baht.
How Much Is A Pint Of Beer In Thailand?
A pint of local beer can be slightly cheaper when compared to buying a bottle of local beer. Expect to pay around 120 baht on average for a pint of beer but the prices can vary widely with some places charging 90 baht and others 200 baht. And there are happy hours that are a good bit cheaper.
Prices in Bangkok will be more expensive than in places outside of Bangkok.
Can You Drink Alcohol In Public Areas In Thailand?
It depends, you can drink on the street (street drinking). You definitely not allowed to drink in public parks or temples. There will be signs telling you not to drink alcohol.
Why Is Beer Expensive In Thailand?
Local beers like Singha, Chang, or Leo are reasonably cheap but imported beers are not. This is because they have to be imported, and the import taxes on alcohol are very high in Thailand.
When Can You Buy Alcohol In Thailand?
Shops are allowed to sell alcohol in Thailand from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 5 p.m. to midnight. And they can not sell alcohol on any religious holidays. Bars and restaurants are allowed to sell alcohol without these restrictions.
At What Age Can You Drink In Thailand?
The legal drinking age is 20. Owners of bars and clubs do enforce this as raids by the police are regular. The police looking for underage drinkers and people using drugs.
Can You Drink Alcohol In Thailand?
There is a restriction on the sale of alcohol in Thailand between 2 pm to 5 pm and between 12 am to 11 am seven days a week.
There is also a full-day restriction on special Buddhist religious days or if there is a major state event being held like a state funnel.
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Wrapping Up
Finally, Thailand has a great section of beers, particularly local beers. This is only a shortlist of the main local beers available, there are more beers and craft beers to discover in Thailand. Personally, I liked the Chang beer.
And that’s it for now! I’d love to know if this guide on how much a beer costs in Thailand has helped you. Let me know if you have any questions and let me know if there is more to add.
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