Brahma Chopp vs Antarctica Pilsen
Brahma Chopp and Antarctica Pilsen, side by side: what each one is, who makes it, alcohol content, ingredients, sensory profile and flavor notes, all from the Bebidário profiles.
Which do you prefer?
The differences in a few lines
- Both are beers.
- Antarctica Pilsen is stronger: 4.9% ABV; Brahma Chopp has 4.8%.
- Different brands, same owner: Brahma and Antarctica both belong to Ambev.
- Both brands come from Brazil.
- In Bebidário's sensory profile they are close: no difference reaches 1.5 points out of 10.
- Flavor notes they share: malt, cereal and herbal hops.
- Per 100 ml: Brahma Chopp, 45 kcal; Antarctica Pilsen, 43 kcal.
Which one to choose?
Based on the differences in sensory profile, alcohol content and calories. In the end, your palate decides.
Side by side
| Brahma Chopp Beer · Brazil | Antarctica Pilsen Beer · Brazil | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Beer | Beer |
| Brand | Brahma | Antarctica |
| Brand owner | Ambev | Ambev |
| Brand origin | Brazil | Brazil |
| Alcohol content | 4.8% ABV | 4.9% ABV |
| Style | American Lager | American Lager |
| Fermentation | Bottom-fermented (lager) | Bottom-fermented (lager) |
| Malts | From Ambev's own malting plant | — |
| Packaging | Cans and bottles from 269 ml to 1 liter | Cans and bottles from 269 ml to 1 liter |
| Manufacturing | — | Ambev, in Brazil |
| Ingredients | Water, malt, corn and hops. | Water, malt, corn and hops. |
| Calories per 100 ml | 45 kcal | 43 kcal |
| Sweetness | 2 | 2 |
| Acidity | 3 | 3 |
| Body | 3 | 3 |
| Bitterness | 2 | 2 |
| Alcohol | 3 | 3 |
| Hoppiness | 2 | 2 |
| Notes — mid-palate | maltcerealherbal hops | maltcerealherbal hops |
Data from the Bebidário drink profiles. The sensory profile goes from 0 to 10 and combines Bebidário's reference with community votes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Brahma Chopp and Antarctica Pilsen?
Both are beers. Antarctica Pilsen is stronger: 4.9% ABV; Brahma Chopp has 4.8%. Different brands, same owner: Brahma and Antarctica both belong to Ambev. Both brands come from Brazil.
Which is stronger, Brahma Chopp or Antarctica Pilsen?
Antarctica Pilsen is stronger: 4.9% ABV; Brahma Chopp has 4.8%.
Are Brahma Chopp and Antarctica Pilsen made by the same company?
Yes. Different brands, same owner: Brahma and Antarctica both belong to Ambev.
Which is sweeter, Brahma Chopp or Antarctica Pilsen?
They are about as sweet as each other in Bebidário's sensory profile (2 and 2, out of 10).
Which has fewer calories, Brahma Chopp or Antarctica Pilsen?
Antarctica Pilsen. Per 100 ml: Brahma Chopp, 45 kcal; Antarctica Pilsen, 43 kcal.
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