Old Irving Brewing Double Beezer Double IPA 4-Pack is a hazy double IPA from Chicago's Old Irving Brewing Co., packaged in 16oz cans at 8.5% ABV. Double dry-hopped with Citra and Mosaic, this beer scores a 92 on BeerAdvocate and builds on the legacy of Old Irving's Beezer — the brewery's 2019 Great American Beer Festival Gold Medal winner in the Hazy IPA category.Quick Facts: ABV: 8.5% | Origin: Chicago, Illinois | Style: Hazy Double IPA | Brewery: Old Irving Brewing Co.Production & HeritageOld Irving Brewing Co. operates out of Chicago's Irving Park neighborhood, drawing its name from the surrounding community. Double Beezer is the amped-up sibling of their flagship Beezer hazy IPA, built on a grain bill of 2-Row, Carapils, wheat, oats, and caramel malt — the wheat and oats promoting the signature haze and pillowy mouthfeel characteristic of the style. The beer is double dry-hopped with Citra and Mosaic hops, and the brewing process includes careful water chemistry adjustments and specific yeast strains selected to enhance turbidity and suppress harsh bitterness.Tasting NotesAroma: The nose opens with ripe mango and lime zest, followed by lychee and a subtle tropical sweetness. It reads intensely fruity without any harsh resinous edge.Taste: The entry is soft and juicy, immediately delivering waves of tangerine, papaya, and peach. At the mid-palate, orange creamsicle and honeydew emerge alongside tangy grapefruit, while the oat-heavy grain bill keeps everything pillowy and full. Little to no perceptible bitterness allows the fruit character to dominate throughout.Finish: Medium in length with moderate carbonation that lifts the palate cleanly. Lingering notes of lime pith and ripe stone fruit fade gradually without astringency.How to Drink Double BeezerPour Double Beezer into a tulip glass or stemless IPA glass at around 40–45°F to let the aromatics fully express. This beer is designed to drink fresh — check the canning date and consume within a few weeks of purchase for peak hop character. While hazy DIPAs are best enjoyed on their own, Double Beezer also works in a Hop Shandy paired with fresh lemonade for a sessionable warm-weather drink, a Michelada where the tropical fruit adds depth against the savory tomato base, and a Beer-a-Rita blended with lime juice and a salted rim, where the citrus-forward profile integrates naturally.Best For Sharing at backyard cookouts and tailgates with hop-forward beer fans Gifting to a craft beer enthusiast exploring Chicago's brewery scene Pairing alongside bold, spicy foods that stand up to 8.5% ABV intensity Stocking the fridge for a weekend tasting flight of hazy IPAs Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat does Double Beezer taste like? Double Beezer delivers a juicy, fruit-forward profile dominated by tangerine, papaya, mango, and peach with an orange creamsicle sweetness. The body is medium and soft with virtually no perceptible bitterness, making it drink smoother than its 8.5% ABV suggests.How does Double Beezer compare to Heady Topper? Both are hazy double IPAs, but Heady Topper from The Alchemist in Vermont carries more resinous pine and earthy hop character alongside its citrus notes, while Double Beezer leans more heavily into tropical fruit and creamy sweetness. Double Beezer's Citra and Mosaic hop combination creates a slightly more approachable, juice-forward drinking experience compared to Heady Topper's more complex bitterness.Is Double Beezer good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — it is built to be enjoyed fresh from the can or poured into a glass where its aromatic complexity can fully open up. The low bitterness and rich mouthfeel make it an easy standalone sipper despite the elevated ABV.Where is Double Beezer made? Double Beezer is brewed by Old Irving Brewing Co. in Chicago's Irving Park neighborhood on the city's northwest side. The brewery takes its name from the historic Irving Park community where it operates.What foods pair well with Double Beezer? Spicy Thai green curry complements the tropical fruit notes, while fish tacos with mango salsa mirror the beer's citrus and stone fruit character. Grilled pork with a citrus glaze echoes the tangerine and lime flavors. Sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese provides a savory counterpoint to the sweetness, and key lime pie creates a dessert pairing that plays off the beer's creamy, lime-accented finish.What sizes does Double Beezer come in? Double Beezer is available in 4-packs of 16oz cans, the standard format for craft hazy IPAs.Is Double Beezer worth the price? Double Beezer positions as a premium craft double IPA, priced in line with comparable small-batch hazy DIPAs from respected regional breweries. Its 92 BeerAdvocate score and connection to an award-winning brewing program support its standing in a competitive category.Why Double Beezer?Double Beezer stands apart because it comes from a brewery that already proved its mastery of the hazy style — Beezer took Gold at the 2019 Great American Beer Festival, one of the most competitive beer competitions in the country. The double dry-hop process with Citra and Mosaic extracts maximum tropical aroma and flavor without introducing harsh bitterness, a balance that many DIPAs at this ABV struggle to achieve. The grain bill's inclusion of both wheat and oats creates a textural richness that carries the hop oils smoothly across the palate. With a 92 on BeerAdvocate and over 7,600 ratings on Untappd averaging 4.2 out of 5, Double Beezer has earned consistent praise from a wide base of craft beer drinkers.
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