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Brewed with a four-hop blend of Galaxy, Citra, Sabro, and Cascade, this release earned an 88 score on BeerAdvocate, placing it in the \"very good\" tier for the style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 6.5%  |  Origin: Cincinnati, Ohio  |  Style: Unfiltered Juicy IPA (DDH)  |  Brewery: Rhinegeist Brewery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRhinegeist Brewery was founded in 2013 in Cincinnati's historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood — the name itself translates to \"Ghost of the Rhine,\" a nod to the district's German brewing heritage. Cloud Harvest uses a grain bill of Pilsner malt, wheat, Carafoam, oats, and acidulated malt, producing a soft, full-bodied base ideal for carrying hop aromatics. The defining production technique is a primary hopping regimen: hops are introduced during active fermentation so yeast interacts directly with hop compounds, amplifying juicy tropical character. A second dry hop addition during cold-side production makes this a true DDH IPA, layering additional aroma without harsh bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dank tropical fruit leads immediately — ripe mango and papaya give way to citrus peel and a resinous pine undertone. A faint wheat-cereal sweetness rounds out the nose without competing with the hops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is soft and rounded, with the oat and wheat base providing a pillowy mouthfeel before a mid-palate wave of grapefruit and lemon peel arrives. Tropical fruit-peel spice surfaces toward the peak, but the balance keeps sweetness in check — this drinks noticeably crisper than many hazy IPAs at the same ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium in length with a clean, dry close that avoids the sticky residual sugar common in the style. Lingering notes of citrus rind and a mild herbal bitterness encourage the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Cloud Harvest\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe cold — 40–45°F is the sweet spot — in a tulip glass or standard pint to let the hop aromatics open up. Pouring into a glass rather than drinking from the can reveals the full tropical nose and the beer's characteristic haze. For a refreshing warm-weather twist, a \u003cstrong\u003eCitrus Shandy\u003c\/strong\u003e (half Cloud Harvest, half fresh lemonade) plays off the existing grapefruit and lemon notes. A \u003cstrong\u003eTropical Radler\u003c\/strong\u003e with passionfruit or guava juice amplifies the Galaxy and Sabro hop character. A \u003cstrong\u003eHop-Forward Michelada\u003c\/strong\u003e built with lime, hot sauce, and a salted rim creates a savory counterpoint to the beer's fruit-forward profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBringing to a summer cookout or backyard gathering where approachable craft beer is welcome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing a friend to hazy IPAs without overwhelming bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a casual weeknight taco or pizza night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStocking a fridge for watching game day with something a step above macro lager\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Cloud Harvest taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloud Harvest delivers tropical fruit and citrus-peel flavors — primarily grapefruit and lemon — supported by a soft, full body from oats and wheat, finishing cleaner and crisper than many juicy IPAs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Cloud Harvest compare to Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are widely available hazy IPAs, but Cloud Harvest uses a four-hop DDH process and a heavier oat-and-wheat grain bill, resulting in a richer mouthfeel and more pronounced tropical character, while Hazy Little Thing (6.7% ABV) leans slightly more toward straightforward citrus with a lighter body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Cloud Harvest good for someone new to IPAs?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the unfiltered, juicy style emphasizes fruit flavor over aggressive bitterness, and at 6.5% ABV it remains sessionable enough for drinkers transitioning from lighter styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Cloud Harvest made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloud Harvest is brewed at Rhinegeist Brewery in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio, a district with deep roots in American brewing history dating back to the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Cloud Harvest?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fish tacos with mango salsa mirror the tropical hop notes. A sharp cheddar or pepper jack grilled cheese benefits from the beer's citrus cut. Spicy Thai green curry is tempered by the soft malt body. Grilled shrimp with lime complements the Cascade and Citra character. Lemon-dressed arugula salad echoes the beer's citrus finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Cloud Harvest come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloud Harvest is available as a six-pack of 12 oz cans, which is the standard retail format for this release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Cloud Harvest worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloud Harvest positions as a mid-range craft IPA — competitively priced against other DDH hazy IPAs from regional breweries — and the four-hop bill and double dry hop process deliver complexity that justifies its place in the tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Cloud Harvest?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe double dry hop regimen — especially the primary hopping step during active fermentation — is a deliberate production choice that separates Cloud Harvest from single-hopped or conventionally dry hopped hazy IPAs. That technique, combined with a grain bill built around oats, wheat, and Carafoam for body and head retention, produces a beer that drinks rich yet finishes clean. The Galaxy, Citra, Sabro, and Cascade hop combination covers a wide aromatic spectrum from stone fruit to citrus to coconut-adjacent tropical notes. 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Paste Magazine recognized Rhinegeist as one of the decade's best breweries, and this variety pack showcases the brewery's playful, fruit-forward approach to ready-to-drink beverages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 5.0%  |  Origin: Cincinnati, Ohio  |  Style: Hard Craft Beverage (Malt-Based)  |  Brewery: Rhinegeist Brewery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRhinegeist Brewery was founded in 2013 in the historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati, occupying a former packaging facility that once served the region's pre-Prohibition brewing trade. The brewery has since expanded into a range of malt-based craft beverages beyond traditional beer. The Flavor Pack uses a clear malt base — fermented for a neutral foundation — then blended with real fruit and natural flavors to create a bright, effervescent drink that sits in its own category between beer and hard seltzer. The result is a cleaner, smoother character than most flavored malt beverages on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, candied fruit lifts from the can immediately, followed by light citrus zest and a faint malt sweetness. The nose is clean and inviting without any heavy grain character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is crisp and fruit-forward, with each variety delivering distinct real-fruit flavor against the neutral malt backdrop. Mid-palate brings effervescent carbonation with a touch more bite than a typical seltzer. 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Any tropical-leaning flavor in the pack can stand in for a seltzer base in a simple Vodka Soda riff with a sprig of fresh mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard cookouts and outdoor gatherings where varied tastes need one easy purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStocking a cooler for game day with a crowd-friendly, lower-ABV option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing friends who dislike beer to a fruit-forward craft alternative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeach or poolside sessions where light, crushable refreshment is the priority\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Rhinegeist Flavor Pack taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Each can delivers clean, real-fruit flavor on a neutral malt base with lively carbonation and a subtle, balanced sweetness that avoids being cloying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Rhinegeist Flavor Pack compare to White Claw?\u003c\/strong\u003e White Claw is classified as a hard seltzer with a lighter, more water-like body, while Rhinegeist's hard craft beverages use a clear malt base with real fruit, resulting in slightly fuller fruit flavor and a bit more textural bite. Both sit at a similar ABV range, but Rhinegeist deliberately markets its drinks as a distinct category — \"neither beer nor seltzer.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Rhinegeist Flavor Pack good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the 5.0% ABV is approachable, the sweetness is mild, and the fruit-forward profile appeals to drinkers who find beer too bitter or straight spirits too strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is the Rhinegeist Flavor Pack made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced at Rhinegeist Brewery in Cincinnati, Ohio, located in the historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. The brewery was founded in 2013 and has grown into one of Ohio's largest craft producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with the Rhinegeist Flavor Pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled chicken or shrimp skewers complement the fruit notes without competing for attention. Light fish tacos with mango salsa mirror the tropical leanings of several varieties. Fresh summer salads with goat cheese and vinaigrette match the crisp carbonation. Spicy Thai spring rolls benefit from the drink's subtle sweetness as a palate coolant. Classic charcuterie with mild cheeses and fresh fruit rounds out a casual pairing board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does the Rhinegeist Flavor Pack come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard format is a 12-pack of 12-ounce cans, designed as a mixed variety offering with multiple fruit flavors included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Rhinegeist Flavor Pack worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as a craft-tier alternative to mass-market hard seltzers, offering real fruit ingredients and a more distinctive flavor profile for a modest step up from mainstream variety packs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy the Rhinegeist Flavor Pack?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat separates this 12-pack from the sea of hard seltzer variety packs is the production philosophy: a clear malt base paired with real fruit rather than artificial flavoring on carbonated water. That extra dimension of flavor — subtle sweetness, more textural body, genuine fruit character — gives each can something seltzers often lack. Rhinegeist's brewery credentials back it up; this is a craft operation recognized by Paste Magazine as one of the decade's best, not a brand extension from a macro producer. For drinkers who have grown bored with the thin, sameness of mainstream hard seltzers but still want something light and sessionable, the Flavor Pack fills a real gap in the cooler.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rhinegeist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838299435177,"sku":"36213","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"rhinegeist-glow-6pk","title":"Rhinegeist Glow 6Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhinegeist Glow 6Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fruited sour ale brewed with açaí, prickly pear, and passionfruit at 4.5% ABV, sold in a six-pack of cans from Cincinnati's Rhinegeist Brewery. Scored 87 on BeerAdvocate, Glow distinguishes itself from the crowded fruited sour category with a subtle addition of sea salt that amplifies its tropical fruit character and adds unexpected depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 4.5%  |  Origin: Cincinnati, Ohio  |  Style: Fruited Sour Ale  |  Brewery: Rhinegeist Brewery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRhinegeist Brewery launched in 2013 inside the historic Christian Moerlein bottling plant in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, quickly becoming one of Ohio's largest craft breweries. Glow is built on an American wild ale base layered with açaí, prickly pear, and passionfruit, then finished with a measured dose of sea salt — a technique that tempers the acidity while drawing out the fruit's natural sweetness. The result sits in the broader tradition of gose-influenced sour ales, though Rhinegeist classifies it simply as a fruited sour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passionfruit and nectarine lead, followed by softer notes of açaí berry and a faint mineral quality from the sea salt. The overall impression is bright and inviting without heavy funk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is immediately fruity — peach and passionfruit dominate early, giving way to prickly pear at mid-palate with a subtle rolled-oat smoothness backing the tartness. The sourness is present but restrained; the sea salt rounds the edges and keeps the acidity from becoming one-dimensional. Medium-light body and champagne-like carbonation make each sip feel crisp and effervescent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and relatively short, leaving behind traces of sour plum and apple peel. The salt lingers just enough to encourage another sip without drying the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Glow\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGlow drinks best cold, straight from the can or poured into a tulip glass to capture the aromatics. Its low ABV and balanced tartness make it an ideal session beer on warm days. 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Rather than relying on sweetness alone, the salt works as a flavor bridge — brightening the açaí and prickly pear while trimming the lactic edge. An 87 score on BeerAdvocate and strong community feedback on Untappd (3.6 out of 5 across more than 5,700 ratings) confirm that the formula resonates with a wide range of palates. 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As Ohio's largest craft brewery — ranked 16th nationally — and winner of Brewbound's 2019 Craft Brewery of the Year, Rhinegeist uses this format to showcase limited and seasonal expressions that reflect the brewery's inventive range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: Varies by release  |  Origin: Cincinnati, Ohio  |  Style: Rotating Seasonal  |  Brewery: Rhinegeist Brewery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRhinegeist Brewery operates from a historic 25,000-square-foot building in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood — the same structure that once served as the packaging hall for Christian Moerlein Brewing during the pre-Prohibition era. Named \"ghost of the Rhine\" in a nod to that layered brewing heritage, Rhinegeist earned recognition as the #7 best new brewery in the world from RateBeer.com in 2013 and has grown rapidly since. The brewery emphasizes freshness through self-distribution, delivering from its own fleet of vans rather than relying solely on third-party logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the Seasonal 6Pk rotates throughout the year, flavor profiles shift with each release. 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