Is Corona Beer Pasteurized in Mexico?

No. Corona (produced by Grupo Modelo / AB InBev) is not pasteurized in Mexico. Instead, it undergoes a sterile filtration (fine filtration) process that removes yeast and microbes without heat treatment.

Why It Matters

• Preserves the beer's light, crisp flavor profile.
• Requires strict cold-chain management and sanitary packaging to prevent spoilage.
• Most Mexican lagers (Modelo, Pacífico, Victoria) use similar filtration; pasteurization is more common in export-market bottlings for shelf stability.

If you're drinking Corona in Mexico, you're likely getting the freshest, least-processed version — best served ice-cold with lime.