Busch Beer (originally known as Busch Bavarian Beer) was introduced in 1955 by St. Louis, Missouri-based Anheuser-Busch, and was distributed by the same company. Keystone, Pabst Blue Ribbon, and Milwaukee's Best are similar, competing brands. Frequently reported characteristics include pronounced "hoppiness" and malt flavor, and notes described as "grass" or "hay." Some customers prefer its dryness to the parent firm's sweeter premium products.