Lulz LEMONADE: Blackberry Lemonade 6Pk

Lulz LEMONADE: Blackberry Lemonade 6Pk is a blackberry-lemonade hard seltzer from Phase Three Brewing Company, packaged as a 6-pack of 12 fl oz cans at 5% ABV. Produced at one of the most technically advanced craft breweries in the Chicago suburbs, this release applies craft-beer precision to the hard seltzer format — an approach that separates it from mass-market alternatives.

Quick Facts: ABV: 5%  |  Origin: Lake Zurich, Illinois  |  Style: Hard Seltzer  |  Brewery: Phase Three Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

Phase Three Brewing Company operates out of Lake Zurich, Illinois, northwest of Chicago. The brewery runs a 3-vessel, 15-barrel steam-powered brewhouse and processes all brewing water through reverse osmosis filtration, stripping it down to a neutral mineral profile before building it back to specification for each product. Their production line also incorporates a GEA Centrifuge, a piece of equipment more commonly found in larger-scale European breweries, which aids in achieving the clean, bright character expected from a premium seltzer. The Lulz Lemonade series applies this same infrastructure — typically reserved for Phase Three's acclaimed stouts and IPAs — to a lighter, fruit-forward hard seltzer line.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe blackberry arrives first, followed by a squeeze of fresh lemon zest. There is a light, clean backdrop with no heavy grain or yeast character — consistent with Phase Three's filtration approach.

Taste: The entry is bright and citrus-forward, leaning into lemonade tartness before a wave of natural blackberry sweetness fills the mid-palate. The balance tilts toward fruit rather than sugar, keeping the body light and the sweetness restrained compared to many flavored malt beverages in the category.

Finish: Short and refreshing, with lingering berry and a faint tart snap. The reverse osmosis water base keeps the finish clean without any mineral or metallic distraction.

How to Drink Lulz Blackberry Lemonade

Serve ice cold, straight from the can or poured over ice in a tall glass for maximum refreshment. A wedge of fresh lemon or a few muddled blackberries can accent the existing fruit character without overwhelming it.

• Seltzer Spritz: Top a glass of Lulz Blackberry Lemonade with a splash of prosecco and a lemon wheel for a low-ABV brunch cocktail.
• Berry Paloma Riff: Combine with a measure of blanco tequila and a pinch of salt — the blackberry-lemon base fills the role of grapefruit soda with a darker fruit twist.
• Shandy Build: Blend half-and-half with a light wheat beer for a fruit-forward shandy that stays under 5% ABV.

Best For

• Backyard cookouts and warm-weather gatherings where easy-drinking refreshment is the priority
• Craft beer enthusiasts looking for a lighter option from a brewery they already trust
• Stocking a mixed cooler alongside IPAs and lagers for guests with varying tastes
• A sessionable weeknight drink at 5% ABV that won't derail an early morning

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lulz Blackberry Lemonade taste like? It delivers bright lemonade tartness layered with ripe blackberry fruit, finishing clean and light without heavy residual sweetness.

How does Lulz Blackberry Lemonade compare to White Claw? White Claw is produced at industrial scale with a neutral malt or sugar-brew base, while Phase Three brews Lulz on a craft-scale 15-barrel system with reverse osmosis water and centrifuge processing. The result is a noticeably cleaner, more fruit-forward flavor profile compared to White Claw's more subtle, mineral-tinged seltzer character.

Is Lulz Blackberry Lemonade good for sipping casually? At 5% ABV with a light, fruity profile, it is designed specifically for easy, straight-from-the-can drinking — no mixing or garnishing required.

Where is Lulz Blackberry Lemonade made? It is brewed at Phase Three Brewing Company in Lake Zurich, Illinois, a suburb located about 40 miles northwest of downtown Chicago.

What foods pair well with Lulz Blackberry Lemonade? Grilled chicken or fish tacos benefit from the citrus-berry contrast. A summer berry salad with goat cheese mirrors the blackberry notes. Spicy Thai or Korean fried chicken finds a cooling counterpoint in the seltzer's tartness. Light charcuterie boards with mild cheeses and fresh fruit also complement the profile without competing.

What sizes does Lulz Blackberry Lemonade come in? The standard format is a 6-pack of 12 fl oz cans.

Is Lulz Blackberry Lemonade worth the price? It positions as a craft-tier hard seltzer, priced above mass-market brands like White Claw and Truly but justified by Phase Three's small-batch brewing process, reverse osmosis water treatment, and centrifuge clarification — equipment and techniques that most large seltzer producers do not employ.

Why Lulz Blackberry Lemonade?

Phase Three built its reputation on technically demanding stouts and IPAs that routinely draw long lines from Chicago-area beer enthusiasts. The Lulz Lemonade series channels that same infrastructure — reverse osmosis water, a steam-powered brewhouse, GEA Centrifuge clarification — into a 5% ABV seltzer that drinks cleaner and more fruit-true than its mass-produced competition. For anyone who has written off hard seltzers as flavorless or overly sweet, this is a reason to reconsider the category through a craft lens.