Small Things in Big Countries
Alternate Ending Beer Co.

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From:
Alternate Ending Beer Co.
 
New Jersey, United States
Style:
American Lager
ABV:
4.5%
Score:
+8 ratings needed
Avg:
3.85 | pDev: 3.38%
Ratings:
2 | reviews: 0
Status:
Active
Rated:
Dec 24, 2025
Added:
Sep 09, 2024
Wants:
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Gots:
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This special release celebrates Indian culture and heritage in anticipation of Indian Independence Day on August 15th. The collaboration beer, a 4.5% ABV Basmati Rice Lager, draws its name from the Bollywood film "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge": "Small things like this happen in big countries." ⁠

Shane Monteiro of Queue Beer conceived this idea to highlight and celebrate his family’s Indian heritage through craft beer. The collaboration features label art by renowned artist Chiraag Bhakta, a multidisciplinary creator known for his work in printmaking, collage, photography, and assemblage. ⁠⁠
Crafted with Saaz and Motueka hops, this crisp and clean lager offers a light, refreshing taste with subtle bitterness, making it an ideal pairing for a variety of Indian dishes.
Recent ratings and reviews.
 
Rated: 3.98 by acurtis from New Jersey

Dec 24, 2025
 
Rated: 3.72 by Jsalz21 from New Jersey

Oct 15, 2024