Americanized versions of Cheladas (Mexican specialty beers that use lime and salt for a distinctive flavor) have yet to impress beer drinkers nationwide – just ask Miller Chill.

So when Budweiser decided to go Chelada, I knew I had to try it…and I faced the ugly consequences. What were they thinking?

What was I thinking?

Do you like carbonated tomato soup? If so, you will love Bud’s rendition of the Chelada, which tastes like a college prank.

Talk about appearance: upon pouring out this thick, pulpy, reddish disaster the smell was almost unbearable; it reeked of salty old clams and spicy tomatoes – great for dinner, not as a beverage.

And then comes Bud’s infamous carbonation: why Budweiser prides itself on having the harshest bubbles in the business (they must be proud, since all their beers are ultra harsh) is beyond my comprehension.

Throat-destroying suds are not my bag, sorry.

If the idea of sipping a Z-level Bloody Mary tickles your fancy, tickle away. I’ll be in the restroom, vomiting at the mere thought of this mess.

Between Bud Chelada and Miller Chill, I may have to give up drinking altogether.

Budweiser Chelada stats:

Tastes like: infant excrement swimming in month-old tomato soup – with clams

Smells like: refer to “tastes like”

Alcohol content: I didn’t bother to check, and neither should you