Lager Beer The icon that is Red Stripe is unique. Its crisp grain store character and subtle citrus notes make it stand out from the crowd as it carnivals across your tongue. Red stripe has a soft taste without strong bitterness, this is a lighter lager that cuts well through big, bold flavours. The lack of bitterness complements sweet tastes of exotic fruit, such as mango or pineapple, and goes well with corn: all essential components in the traditional Jamaican cuisine.