Angkor Beer (បៀអង្គរ) — Cambodian Food Encyclopedia
Cambodia's national beer — light, crisp lager enjoyed ice-cold across the kingdom.
What is Angkor Beer?
Cambodia's national beer — light, crisp lager enjoyed ice-cold across the kingdom.
- Price range: $0.50–2
- Spice level: No spice
- Best cities to try it: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville, Battambang, Kampot
- Don't be surprised if ice cubes are added directly to your beer glass — it's the Cambodian way to keep it cold!
Angkor Beer
$0.50–2បៀអង្គរ
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Angkor Beer is Cambodia's most popular and iconic beer brand, brewed since 1960. It's a light, crisp lager with 5% ABV that pairs perfectly with the tropical climate. Served ice-cold (often literally with ice cubes in the glass — this is normal in Cambodia), it's the default companion to BBQ, seafood, and late-night street food sessions. A bottle or draft typically costs $0.50-1.50 depending on location.
Key Ingredients
- barley
- hops
- water
- rice
Where to Find
- everywhere — restaurants, bars, street stalls, convenience stores
Best Cities
Dietary Information
✓ vegan✓ vegetarian✓ dairy-free
Insider Tip
Don't be surprised if ice cubes are added directly to your beer glass — it's the Cambodian way to keep it cold!
Frequently Asked Questions
Angkor Beer is typically made with barley, hops, water and rice.
Angkor Beer has a spice level of "No spice".
The listed price range for Angkor Beer is $0.50–2.
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