The Beast Unleashed Variety 12Pk

The Beast Unleashed Variety 12Pk is a 12-can assortment of flavored malt beverages brewed at 6% ABV by Monster Brewing LLC. Each pack includes four distinct flavors — Mean Green, White Haze, Peach Perfect, and Scary Berries — all inspired by the iconic Monster Energy taste profile but brewed without caffeine or sugar.

Quick Facts: ABV: 6%  |  Origin: Longmont, Colorado, USA  |  Style: Flavored Malt Beverage  |  Producer: Monster Brewing LLC

Production & Heritage

Monster Brewing LLC operates out of 1800 Pike Road in Longmont, Colorado, where the Beast Unleashed line is produced. The process starts by stripping away the energy blend, caffeine, and sugar associated with Monster Energy drinks, then brewing a malt base blended with the brand's established flavor formulas. The result is a smooth alcoholic take on familiar Monster profiles — a deliberate departure from traditional hard seltzers and malt beverages that rely on generic fruit flavoring. Each of the four expressions in the variety pack uses a different fruit-forward recipe to create distinct drinking experiences within a single box.

Tasting Notes

Mean Green: The flagship flavor opens with the unmistakable aroma of the classic Monster Energy profile — citrus-forward with a slightly herbal, green-apple sweetness. On the palate, it delivers a sweet, rich flavor strikingly close to the original energy drink, balanced by a smooth bitterness and a subtle alcohol kick that distinguishes it from its non-alcoholic counterpart.

Peach Perfect: An authentic peach scent greets the nose immediately, but the flavor reveals more complexity than expected. Beyond the dominant peach, subtle layers of kiwi and coconut emerge on the mid-palate, giving this expression a tropical depth that sets it apart from standard peach malt beverages. It carries the highest Untappd user rating of the four flavors at 3.6 out of 5 from over 3,100 ratings.

White Haze: This expression leads with an intense, candy-like sweetness on both the nose and palate. A slightly dank, herbal undercurrent lingers beneath the sugar, adding an unconventional edge. It reads as the boldest and most polarizing of the four flavors.

Scary Berries: A mixed-berry medley where no single berry dominates — drinkers report tasting blueberry, strawberry, and raspberry in shifting combinations. The overall effect is a broad, jammy fruitiness at 6% ABV that finishes cleaner than the sweeter White Haze.

How to Drink Beast Unleashed

All four flavors are best served ice-cold straight from the can, as the low ABV and sweet profile are designed for easy, no-fuss drinking. For those looking to mix, Mean Green works as a base in a Green Mule with ginger beer and lime, adding carbonated spice against the citrus sweetness. Peach Perfect pairs naturally in a Fuzzy Beast — a riff on a Fuzzy Navel — simply combined with a splash of orange juice over ice. Scary Berries holds up well in a Berry Spritz topped with prosecco and a squeeze of lemon for a lighter, effervescent serve.

Best For

• Backyard barbecues and tailgating where variety keeps a crowd happy
• Monster Energy fans exploring an alcoholic alternative to their go-to drink
• Sampling all four flavors before committing to a single-flavor pack
• Casual game-day drinking sessions that call for something sweeter than beer

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Beast Unleashed taste like? Each flavor mirrors the sweet, bold profile of Monster Energy drinks but with a smooth malt-alcohol backbone at 6% ABV. The range spans citrus-forward (Mean Green), tropical peach (Peach Perfect), candy-sweet (White Haze), and mixed berry (Scary Berries).

How does Beast Unleashed compare to Hard Mountain Dew? Both are flavored malt beverages born from major beverage brands — The New York Times directly compared the two launches. Hard Mountain Dew clocks in at 5% ABV versus Beast Unleashed's 6% ABV, and Beast Unleashed leans on Monster's distinct sweet-citrus DNA rather than Mountain Dew's neon-soda flavor profile.

Is Beast Unleashed good for beginners? Yes — the 6% ABV is approachable, and the sweet, fruit-driven flavors mask much of the alcohol taste, making it a comfortable entry point for anyone transitioning from soft drinks or energy drinks to alcoholic beverages.

Where is Beast Unleashed made? Beast Unleashed is brewed by Monster Brewing LLC at their facility on Pike Road in Longmont, Colorado. The brand operates under the broader Monster Beverage umbrella but uses a dedicated brewing operation for its alcoholic line.

What foods pair well with Beast Unleashed? Mean Green pairs with spicy chicken wings, where its citrus sweetness cuts through the heat. Peach Perfect complements grilled shrimp skewers thanks to its tropical undertones. Scary Berries works alongside a charcuterie board with soft cheeses like brie. White Haze stands up to sweet-and-salty snacks like kettle corn or chocolate-covered pretzels.

What sizes does Beast Unleashed come in? The Variety 12Pk contains twelve cans, and individual flavors are also available in their own multi-packs for those who find a favorite.

Is Beast Unleashed worth the price? Beast Unleashed positions as an entry-level flavored malt beverage competing directly with other branded hard sodas and seltzers in the same price tier. The variety pack offers solid value by letting drinkers sample all four flavors before buying full packs of a single expression.

Why Beast Unleashed?

What separates Beast Unleashed from the crowded flavored malt beverage field is its direct lineage from one of the world's most recognizable energy drink brands. The brewing team deliberately removed caffeine and sugar while preserving the Monster flavor identity — a production choice that gives the lineup a taste profile no competitor can replicate. Peach Perfect's 3.6 rating on Untappd from over 3,100 users signals genuine consumer approval rather than mere brand-loyalty hype. For anyone who already knows and likes Monster's flavor world, this variety pack translates that familiarity into a 6% ABV drinking experience that stands apart from generic hard seltzers and fruit-flavored malt alternatives.