Jamaica is all about beautiful beaches with white sand and crystal clear water, cheerful people, fabulous rum, relaxed music and Red Stripe . The latter is probably the most famous beer brand in Jamaica and an exceptionally good lager.
Ten years before they were to become successful with Red Stripe Beer, Thomas Hargreaves Geddes and Eugene Desnoes founded the Desnoes and Geddes Company. In addition to producing non-alcoholic soft drinks, beer was also brewed, but national success did not come until 1928, when the first Red Stripe Beer saw the light of day. It was brewed in the Surrey Brewery in Kingston. The original recipe was changed, however, because the beer was not light and refreshing enough for the Jamaican palate. They tinkered and experimented at full speed until Paul Geddes, son of the founding father Thomas Geddes, finally found a recipe in 1938 that satisfied brewers and beer lovers alike. The now refreshing lager with the red stripe on the label took the hearts of Jamaicans by storm and quickly established itself as one of the most popular beer brands in the country. No wonder, because the light and fluffy lager goes wonderfully with the fresh, spicy Jamaican cuisine and the relaxed atmosphere. The increasing demand for the delicious Red Strip Beer meant that the brewery expanded several times. Under the leadership of the sons of Geddes and Desnoes, Red Stripe made the leap beyond Jamaica's borders and established itself as an exotic on British beer shelves. After this resounding success, the way to the world was paved: the United Kingdom was followed by the United States and Europe. Today the brewery belongs to a large corporation, but it is still brewed according to the popular original recipe by Paul H. Geddes.
After the first version of Red Stripe Beer was not well received, the brewers placed great importance on ensuring that the improved recipe really suited the lifestyle and needs of the Jamaicans. Island states are generally known for their relaxed attitude to life, and this is especially true in the Caribbean. Jamaica is known for its kind-hearted people and the incredibly good atmosphere. The music, the excellent food, the beautiful landscape - all of these factors feed the contentment of the Jamaicans and ensure a relaxed mood. A heavy ale does not fit in at all, so after some trial and error, Paul H. Geddes decided on a light lager. He reduced the ingredients to the bare essentials and took away any heaviness from the beer. The result is a beer that is as easy and lively as reggae.
Desnoes & Geddes Limited
214 Spanish Town Road
Kingston 11 Jamaica, W.I.
Jamaika 
