Heritic Make America Juicy Again 6Pk

Heretic Make America Juicy Again 6Pk is a 6.5% ABV hazy IPA from Heretic Brewing Company in Fairfield, California, packaged as a six-pack. Brewed with zero bittering hop additions and an aggressive dry-hopping regimen of Belma, Mosaic, and Citra hops, this beer has earned a loyal following with a 3.8 out of 5 rating across nearly 52,000 reviews on Untappd.

Quick Facts: ABV: 6.5%  |  IBU: 40  |  Origin: Fairfield, California  |  Style: Hazy IPA  |  Brewery: Heretic Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

Heretic Brewing Company operates out of Fairfield, California, in the heart of Solano County between San Francisco and Sacramento. What distinguishes Make America Juicy Again from many other hazy IPAs is the complete absence of a bittering hop addition during the boil. Instead, the brewers rely entirely on whirlpool hopping and what they describe as "insane amounts" of dry hopping with Belma, Mosaic, and Citra — three varieties prized for their tropical and citrus-forward aromatic profiles. The result is a beer with an SRM of just 3 (pale and hazy) and a measured 40 IBU that reads far gentler on the palate than that number suggests.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe mango and pineapple lead, followed by waves of grapefruit zest and a faint resinous, dank undertone. The Citra and Mosaic hops dominate the nose, creating an unmistakably tropical first impression.

Taste: The entry is soft and lush, with juicy citrus and stone fruit flooding the palate immediately. At mid-palate, pineapple and lemon merge with a fuller, slightly creamy mouthfeel that gives the beer real weight. A restrained bitterness emerges toward the back, providing just enough structure to keep the sweetness in check without sharpness.

Finish: Medium in length with lingering tropical fruit and a gentle herbal hop fade. The finish stays clean and refreshing rather than sticky, encouraging the next sip.

How to Drink Make America Juicy Again

Serve this hazy IPA cold — between 40°F and 45°F — in a tulip glass or stemmed IPA glass to concentrate the aromatic hop oils. Pouring into a glass rather than drinking from the can is essential here; the massive dry-hop character expresses itself best when given room to breathe. For a beer-based twist, try it as the base for a Hazy Michelada, where its tropical sweetness complements lime juice and hot sauce; in a Brass Monkey by pairing it with orange juice for a low-effort brunch drink; or as the hop-forward component in a Beergarita, blending it with tequila and fresh citrus for a summer punch.

Best For

• Stocking the fridge for a backyard barbecue or cookout
• Introducing a friend to the hazy IPA style
• Pairing with spicy or bold-flavored food
• Sharing with craft beer enthusiasts who favor hop-forward, low-bitterness styles

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Make America Juicy Again taste like? It tastes like a tropical fruit salad of mango, pineapple, grapefruit, and lemon layered over a soft, full-bodied malt base with only gentle bitterness. The hazy, lush mouthfeel is the defining characteristic, with hop juice rather than hop bite driving the flavor.

How does Make America Juicy Again compare to Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing? Both are California-brewed hazy IPAs at similar ABVs (6.5% vs. 6.7%), but Make America Juicy Again is built entirely without bittering hop additions, resulting in a softer, more fruit-forward profile. Hazy Little Thing uses a more conventional hopping schedule and tends to carry slightly more perceptible bitterness on the finish.

Is Make America Juicy Again good for beginners? Yes — the virtually absent hop bitterness and prominent tropical fruit flavors make this one of the more approachable hazy IPAs on the market, though the 6.5% ABV means it still carries real strength.

Where is Make America Juicy Again made? It is brewed by Heretic Brewing Company in Fairfield, California, located in Solano County approximately halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento.

What foods pair well with Make America Juicy Again? Fish tacos with mango salsa complement its tropical hop character. Spicy Thai curry benefits from the beer's juicy sweetness as a cooling counterpoint. A cheeseburger with pepper jack and jalapeño stands up to its full body. Grilled shrimp with citrus glaze mirrors the grapefruit and lemon notes. Soft, creamy cheeses like brie let the hop aromatics take center stage.

What sizes does Make America Juicy Again come in? The standard retail format is a six-pack of 12 oz cans, and draft pours may be available at select taprooms and bars in California.

Is Make America Juicy Again worth the price? Make America Juicy Again positions as a mid-range craft hazy IPA, and its all-dry-hop, no-bittering-addition approach delivers a distinctive enough character to justify a modest premium over mass-market hazy IPAs.

Why Make America Juicy Again?

The decision to completely eliminate bittering hop additions is what separates this beer from the crowded hazy IPA field. While many breweries add at least some hops early in the boil for structural bitterness, Heretic commits fully to whirlpool and dry-hop-only technique, letting Belma, Mosaic, and Citra express their aromatic and flavor compounds without the harsh edge that can accompany traditional alpha-acid extraction. Nearly 52,000 Untappd ratings confirm broad appeal beyond a niche audience. For drinkers seeking a hazy IPA that prioritizes pure hop juice over balanced bitterness, this Fairfield-brewed six-pack delivers a clear point of view.