Ya know, Beck's seems to be better than it used to be. Or maybe just more consistent. I've always enjoyed it when it was good, but sometimes I've been disappointed. At best it has a nice fresh taste, with a hint of that flavor I like so much in Pilsner Urquell. Not nearly to that standard, but still very good. And lately it's been on sale at Albertsons in 12-packs for $9.99, plus they have a promotion right now for a $7.00 rebate on two 12-packs, so it's a pretty damn good deal too at $6.50 per 12-pack after rebate. Needless to say, being both a beer lover and a cheapass, I'm all over that deal. And it's tasting pretty fine on a hot Saturday, too