Drekker PLOP - Raspberry Mango 4Pk

Drekker PLOP - Raspberry Mango 4Pk is a fruited Sundae Sour from Drekker Brewing Company in Fargo, North Dakota, sold as a four-pack of cans. Part of Drekker's boundary-pushing PLOP series, this release stands out for its remarkably thick, smoothie-like body achieved entirely without lactose — a notable feat in the fruited sour category.

Quick Facts: ABV: Approx. 5.3–7.5% (PLOP series range)  |  Origin: Fargo, North Dakota, USA  |  Style: Sundae Sour  |  Brewery: Drekker Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

Drekker Brewing Company operates out of Fargo, North Dakota, and has built a devoted following around experimental, heavily fruited sour ales. The PLOP line falls under their Sundae Sour series, a specialty range designed to replicate the experience of frozen desserts in drinkable form. For this Raspberry Mango variant, Drekker's brewers loaded the base with fresh raspberry and mango additions, creating a beer that reads more like an artisanal sorbet than a traditional sour ale. The hallmark of the PLOP series is a creamy, full mouthfeel that mimics lactose-laden sours despite containing no lactose whatsoever.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh raspberry leads immediately, bright and jammy, followed by ripe tropical mango and a subtle yogurt-like tang. There is a sweetness on the nose reminiscent of berry sorbet straight from the freezer.

Taste: The entry is lush and fruit-forward — raspberry hits first with a tart, almost berry-popsicle intensity, then gives way to juicy mango chunks at the mid-palate. A delectable creaminess swims throughout each sip, providing a slightly sweet counterbalance to the tart berry and tangy tropical fruit. The overall impression is strikingly close to a blended tropical smoothie.

Finish: Medium in length, with lingering raspberry tartness and a soft mango sweetness that slowly fades. The finish stays clean despite the heavy fruit load, avoiding any cloying residual sugar.

How to Drink PLOP Raspberry Mango

This Sundae Sour is best enjoyed cold, poured directly from the can into a tulip glass or wide-mouth goblet to let the aroma bloom. It drinks exceptionally well on its own as a standalone sipper, especially on warm days. For a beer-based twist on a Raspberry Mango Shandy, combine it with a splash of lemonade for added citrus brightness. It also works in a Fruited Beer Mimosa — the creamy body pairs well with dry sparkling wine for a brunch-worthy hybrid. A Sorbet Float serve, poured over a scoop of vanilla ice cream, leans into the dessert character the PLOP series is built around.

Best For

• Introducing craft-beer-curious friends to the world of fruited sours
• Summer cookouts and outdoor gatherings where a refreshing, fruit-heavy beer shines
• Dessert course replacement at a casual dinner — its sorbet-like character fills that role naturally
• Gifting to haze and sour enthusiasts who collect limited and specialty releases

Frequently Asked Questions

What does PLOP Raspberry Mango taste like? It tastes like a thick raspberry-mango smoothie with a tangy sour backbone and a creamy texture, despite being entirely lactose-free. Dominant flavors are bright berry sorbet layered with chunks of ripe tropical mango.

How does PLOP Raspberry Mango compare to a typical hard seltzer? Standard hard seltzers like White Claw or Truly are light-bodied with subtle fruit flavoring, while PLOP Raspberry Mango is dramatically thicker, more intensely fruited, and built on a sour ale base rather than a neutral seltzer base. The mouthfeel and flavor density are in an entirely different category.

Is PLOP Raspberry Mango good for sipping on its own? Yes — the Sundae Sour style is specifically designed as a standalone drinking experience, with enough complexity and body to be satisfying without any mixing or garnish.

Where is PLOP Raspberry Mango made? It is brewed by Drekker Brewing Company in Fargo, North Dakota. Drekker is an independent craft brewery known for heavily fruited sours, IPAs, and experimental specialty releases.

What foods pair well with PLOP Raspberry Mango? Grilled chicken with mango salsa complements the tropical fruit notes directly. A charcuterie board with mild, creamy cheeses like brie or fresh mozzarella mirrors the beer's own creaminess. Coconut rice pairs well with the tropical mango character. Lemon bars or vanilla panna cotta work as dessert pairings, echoing the sorbet-like sweetness without competing with it.

What sizes does PLOP Raspberry Mango come in? This release is sold as a four-pack of cans, which is the standard format for Drekker's PLOP Sundae Sour series.

Is PLOP Raspberry Mango worth the price? PLOP positions as a specialty craft release within the premium fruited sour tier, which typically commands a higher price per can than standard craft six-packs. The heavy fruit additions, small-batch production, and distinctive creamy-without-lactose process justify its placement above everyday sours and seltzers for drinkers who value intensity and texture.

Why PLOP Raspberry Mango?

What separates this beer from the crowded fruited sour landscape is the PLOP series' signature achievement: a thick, dessert-like creaminess without any lactose in the recipe. Most breweries rely on lactose to build that smoothie body, so Drekker's ability to replicate — and arguably surpass — that texture through other means is a genuine production distinction. The raspberry-mango combination delivers a dual-fruit profile that balances tartness against tropical sweetness without tipping into candy territory. For drinkers who find lactose sours too heavy or who avoid dairy, this is one of the few options that delivers the full Sundae Sour experience with nothing lost.