Phase Three Terpasaurus 4Pk

Phase Three Terpasaurus 4Pk is a 9% ABV West Coast Double IPA from Phase Three Brewing Company, sold as a four-pack of cans. What distinguishes Terpasaurus from the crowded DIPA field is its use of non-cannabis-derived Pineapple Express Terpenes layered over a five-hop bill, resulting in a beer described as sappy, sticky, and aggressively dank. It holds a 3.9 out of 5 rating on Untappd across more than 1,300 reviews.

Quick Facts: ABV: 9%  |  Origin: Lake Zurich, Illinois  |  Style: West Coast Double IPA  |  Brewery: Phase Three Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

Phase Three Brewing Company was founded in 2018 in Lake Zurich, Illinois, by a group of friends with deep roots in the craft beer industry. The brewery has built a reputation on innovative, small-batch releases that push stylistic boundaries. Terpasaurus is brewed with Eureka, Apollo, Simcoe, Columbus, and Centennial hops — a combination that leans heavily into resinous, piney, and citrus territory — then amplified by the addition of Pineapple Express Terpenes, non-cannabis-derived aromatic compounds that intensify the beer's tropical and dank character far beyond what hops alone can deliver.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Pungent resin and sticky pine hit first, followed by waves of tropical fruit — pineapple and overripe mango — with an unmistakable dank, herbal undertone from the terpene addition. The hop bill adds layers of grapefruit and earthy spice beneath the surface.

Taste: The entry is boldly resinous, with sappy pine and citrus rind dominating the front palate. Mid-palate, tropical pineapple and stone fruit sweetness emerge to balance the bitterness, while Columbus and Simcoe hops contribute a deep, earthy dankness. The malt backbone stays lean and clean, true to West Coast tradition, letting the hops and terpenes command attention.

Finish: Long and sticky, with lingering pine resin, grapefruit pith, and a pleasantly dry bitterness. A faint tropical echo from the Pineapple Express Terpenes hangs on, pulling you back for another sip.

How to Drink Terpasaurus

Pour Terpasaurus into a tulip glass or IPA glass at around 45°F to let the terpene aromatics open up fully; drinking straight from the can means missing half the experience. This beer is best enjoyed fresh, as hop-forward beers lose vibrancy over time. Terpasaurus is primarily a sipper — its 9% ABV and resinous intensity reward slow, deliberate drinking rather than cocktail mixing.

Best For

• Hop-obsessed IPA drinkers seeking something beyond standard double IPAs
• Sharing with craft beer friends who appreciate experimental brewing techniques
• Pairing with bold, spicy food like Thai green curry or jerk chicken
• Adding to a curated tasting flight of West Coast-style DIPAs

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Terpasaurus taste like? Terpasaurus delivers an intensely resinous, dank hop profile amplified by Pineapple Express Terpenes, with sappy pine, tropical pineapple, grapefruit pith, and a dry, bitter finish characteristic of West Coast Double IPAs.

How does Terpasaurus compare to Herbasaurus? Phase Three describes Terpasaurus as a close relative of their Herbasaurus, though Terpasaurus runs a bit more heady and leans further into dank, tropical territory thanks to the specific Pineapple Express Terpene addition. Both share Phase Three's resinous West Coast DNA, but Terpasaurus pushes the sticky, sappy character further.

Is Terpasaurus good for IPA beginners? At 9% ABV with a prominently dank, resinous profile, Terpasaurus is better suited to experienced IPA drinkers who already enjoy aggressively hopped beers. Newcomers to the style may find its intensity and bitterness challenging.

Where is Terpasaurus made? Terpasaurus is brewed by Phase Three Brewing Company in Lake Zurich, Illinois, a suburb northwest of Chicago. Phase Three has been producing innovative small-batch beers at this location since 2018.

What foods pair well with Terpasaurus? Spicy Thai dishes complement the tropical hop character. Sharp cheddar or aged Gruyère stand up to the resinous bitterness. Grilled sausages with mustard echo the beer's earthy, herbal notes. Fish tacos with mango salsa mirror the pineapple-forward terpene profile. Barbecue brisket with a peppery rub matches the beer's intensity pound for pound.

What sizes does Terpasaurus come in? Terpasaurus is sold as a four-pack of cans.

Is Terpasaurus worth the price? Terpasaurus positions as a premium craft release from a well-regarded small-batch brewery, and the addition of specialty terpenes represents a production step most breweries don't attempt. For hop enthusiasts who value innovation and dankness, it delivers strong value in the specialty DIPA segment.

Why Terpasaurus?

The defining move here is the Pineapple Express Terpene addition — a technique that pushes Terpasaurus beyond what even the most aggressively hopped DIPAs can achieve through hops alone. Built on a five-hop backbone of Eureka, Apollo, Simcoe, Columbus, and Centennial, the terpenes amplify the resinous, tropical character into genuinely unique territory. Phase Three's small-batch approach means this isn't a mass-produced IPA chasing trends; it's a focused expression from a brewery that has earned credibility for experimental brewing since its 2018 founding. For drinkers who think they've tried every dank IPA on the shelf, Terpasaurus makes a compelling argument that the ceiling hasn't been reached.