When you think of Thailand, you immediately think of the food, the beaches, the women - and a whole host of other things. (Many of which happen to include those women.) Good beer typically doesn't come to mind.

Phuket Beer, the national beer of Thailand, may change that. A lager, brewed using all natural ingredients and German hops, Phuket is smooth, and incredibly drinkable. Part of that smoothness owes to the Jasmine rice that's added in the brewing process. It gives the beer a very slight sweetness, without having to add sugar. Making it a perfect beer to serve when there's ladies at the party. Especially when they continually ask to have a "fuk it". (For the record, it's pronounced "poo-KET". But they don't have to know.)

The first Thai beer ever to win a gold medal in competition, Phuket has been available in just a few US states for a couple of years, with a national rollout planned soon. (Check the website for availability.) If you're looking for something different to have at your next party, something with a little island flavor, go Phuket. You'll love it long time.

$7.99-$8.99 per six-pack
www.phuketbeerusa.com