As an expert sommelier and brewer, I can provide you with a detailed answer to your question about whether Negra Modelo is owned by Anheuser-Busch.
Negra Modelo is a popular Mexican beer that is well-known for its rich, malty flavor profile. However, its ownership varies depending on the country you are referring to. Outside of the United States, Negra Modelo is indeed owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev, a multinational beverage and brewing company.
Anheuser-Busch InBev is a major player in the global beer industry and owns a wide range of beer brands across different countries. They acquired Grupo Modelo, the parent company of Negra Modelo, in 2013. Since then, Negra Modelo has been under the ownership of Anheuser-Busch InBev in countries outside of the United States.
However, the ownership of Negra Modelo is different within the United States. In the US, Negra Modelo is actually owned by Constellation Brands, a New York-based beverage conglomerate. Constellation Brands acquired the US rights to the Grupo Modelo brands, including Negra Modelo, as a result of the antitrust concerns raised during the Anheuser-Busch InBev acquisition of Grupo Modelo.
This unique ownership structure in the US is the result of regulatory considerations and the need to maintain competition in the beer market. As a result, while Anheuser-Busch InBev owns Negra Modelo in countries outside of the United States, Constellation Brands is the owner of Negra Modelo within the US.
I have personally experienced the impact of ownership changes in the beer industry, as it can sometimes influence the availability and distribution of certain beer brands in different countries. Ownership changes can also bring about changes in marketing strategies, brewing techniques, and overall brand perception.
Negra Modelo is owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev in countries outside of the United States, but within the US, it is owned by Constellation Brands. This unique ownership structure reflects the complex nature of the global beer industry and the various factors that influence brand ownership and distribution.