Blake's Imperial Tropical Mango 6Pk

Blake's Imperial Tropical Mango 6Pk is an imperial hard cider blending mango, peach, and pineapple with a 100% Michigan apple base, packaged in a six-pack of 12 oz cans at 8% ABV. The higher-strength imperial format sets it apart from standard fruit ciders, delivering a fuller body and bolder tropical character while keeping the alcohol well-integrated.

Quick Facts: ABV: 8%  |  Origin: Armada, Michigan  |  Style: Imperial Fruit Cider  |  Producer: Blake's Hard Cider Co.

Production & Heritage

Blake's Hard Cider Co. operates from a 70-year-old orchard in Armada, Michigan, where the apples used across their lineup are grown on-site. The cider base is made from 100% Michigan apples and is never produced from concentrate — a distinction Blake's emphasizes as central to the authenticity of their flavor profiles. Rather than relying on caramel coloring or artificial flavoring, the cidery builds its tropical expressions around real fruit character layered onto that fresh-pressed apple foundation.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh apple leads the nose, quickly joined by a pronounced wave of ripe mango. Subtle hints of tropical sweetness round out the bouquet without overwhelming the cider's natural apple backbone.

Taste: The entry is rich and noticeably thicker than a standard cider, leaning toward a syrupy, full-bodied texture that signals the imperial strength. Mango dominates the mid-palate, flanked by ripe peach and pineapple, while the apple base provides balancing acidity. Despite the 8% ABV, the alcohol stays remarkably hidden beneath the fruit-forward sweetness.

Finish: Medium in length with lingering tropical fruit and a faint tartness from the apple cider base. The mouthfeel stays smooth and rounded through the close, leaving a clean mango impression.

How to Drink Imperial Tropical Mango

Serve cold, straight from the can or poured over ice for maximum refreshment on warm days. The bold tropical character and imperial body also make it a surprisingly versatile mixer.

• Cider Shandy: Blend half-and-half with a light wheat beer for a sessionable tropical hybrid that tempers the sweetness.
• Tropical Mule: Combine with ginger beer and a squeeze of lime — the mango and ginger create a spicy-sweet contrast.
• Cider Mimosa: Use in place of sparkling wine alongside fresh orange juice for a brunch cocktail with more body and fruit intensity.

Best For

• Summer cookouts and poolside drinking where bold, cold fruit flavors shine
• Cider enthusiasts looking to explore higher-ABV imperial expressions
• Introducing craft cider to friends who typically reach for fruited seltzer or beer
• Building a tropical-themed tasting flight alongside other fruit ciders

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Blake's Imperial Tropical Mango taste like? It delivers a bold, fruit-forward profile dominated by ripe mango with supporting notes of peach and pineapple, all balanced by the natural acidity of Michigan apple cider. The body is noticeably thicker and more full than standard ciders, with the 8% ABV well-concealed beneath the tropical sweetness.

How does Blake's Imperial Tropical Mango compare to Keel Farms Mango Cider? Keel Farms Mango Cider sits at 5.3% ABV with a focus on the mango's round, full-bodied qualities paired with natural apple acidity from Florida-sourced fruit. Blake's imperial version runs significantly higher at 8% ABV with a thicker, more syrupy texture and adds peach and pineapple to its tropical blend, making it a bolder, more intensely flavored option.

Is Blake's Imperial Tropical Mango good for sipping on its own? Yes — it drinks easily despite its imperial strength, as the alcohol is well-masked by the layered fruit sweetness. Serving it cold straight from the can is the most popular approach.

Where is Blake's Imperial Tropical Mango made? It is produced by Blake's Hard Cider Co. in Armada, Michigan, on the grounds of a 70-year-old family orchard where the apples are grown on-site.

What foods pair well with Blake's Imperial Tropical Mango? Grilled shrimp or fish tacos complement the tropical fruit notes with savory char. Jerk chicken mirrors the mango's sweetness with Caribbean spice. A fresh mango-avocado salsa echoes the cider's fruit profile. Coconut-based Thai curries work well alongside the pineapple and peach undertones. Mild, creamy cheeses like brie provide a smooth textural contrast.

What sizes does Blake's Imperial Tropical Mango come in? The standard retail format is a six-pack of 12 oz cans.

Is Blake's Imperial Tropical Mango worth the price? It positions as a mid-range craft cider with the added value of imperial strength at 8% ABV and a never-from-concentrate apple base — meaningful distinctions in a category where many competitors use reconstituted juice and sit at lower alcohol levels.

Why Imperial Tropical Mango?

The defining edge here is Blake's commitment to real Michigan orchard apples, never from concentrate, as the foundation for every batch. At 8% ABV, this imperial cider occupies a space most mango ciders don't — delivering full tropical intensity with genuine weight and body rather than thin, seltzer-like refreshment. The thick, almost syrupy mouthfeel and seamlessly hidden alcohol make it drink far more smoothly than its strength suggests. For anyone who finds standard fruit ciders too light or one-dimensional, this expression offers a meaningfully bigger experience rooted in honest orchard production.