5 Lizard 6Pk

5 Lizard 6Pk is a passionfruit-forward witbier from 5 Rabbit Cerveceria, packaged in a six-pack at 4.3% ABV. This Latin-inspired wheat beer earned a Gold Medal in the Fruit Wheat Beer category at the 2011 Great American Beer Festival and followed up with a Bronze Medal at the 2014 World Beer Cup — establishing it as one of the most decorated fruit witbiers brewed in the United States.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.3%  |  Origin: Illinois, United States  |  Style: Witbier with Passionfruit  |  Brewery: 5 Rabbit Cerveceria

Production & Heritage

5 Rabbit Cerveceria, based in Illinois, is recognized as one of the first Latin-inspired craft breweries in the United States. 5 Lizard is built on a grain bill of malt, wheat, and oats, then spiced with coriander and fresh lime peel — a deliberate departure from the bitter orange peel found in traditional Belgian witbiers. What truly sets the beer apart is the addition of passionfruit purée directly into the fermenters, giving the final product a distinctly tropical, tart character that pushes the style in an unexpected direction.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with bright passionfruit and a candy-like sweetness reminiscent of a tropical popsicle. Underneath, coriander spice and a hint of lemongrass add herbal complexity.

Taste: The entry is tart and exotic, led by passionfruit, guava, and mango flavors that layer over the soft wheat base. Mid-palate brings pineapple and papaya notes alongside subtle floral and earthy hop character. Despite its fruit intensity, the beer maintains a creamy, refreshing quality thanks to the oat content.

Finish: The finish is super-dry and crisp, aided by medium-light body and high carbonation. Lingering passionfruit tartness fades cleanly, inviting the next sip without residual sweetness.

How to Drink 5 Lizard

5 Lizard is best served well-chilled at around 40–45°F, poured into a tulip glass or Belgian-style goblet to release its aromatic tropical notes. It also works as a versatile base in beer cocktails: a Shandy — mixed with fresh lemonade — amplifies its citrus-tart personality; a Michelada plays off the lime peel and adds savory depth with hot sauce and Clamato; and a Beermosa pairing with mango or guava juice highlights its Latin-inspired fruit character.

Best For

• Warm-weather cookouts and backyard grilling sessions
• Introducing craft beer drinkers to fruit-forward witbier styles
• Pairing with Latin American cuisine at dinner
• Bringing a unique six-pack to a beer tasting or party

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 5 Lizard taste like? 5 Lizard delivers a tart, tropical profile dominated by passionfruit, guava, mango, and lemongrass over a soft wheat base. It finishes dry and crisp with high carbonation and no lingering sweetness.

How does 5 Lizard compare to Blue Moon Belgian White? Blue Moon uses Valencia orange peel and coriander for a mellow citrus-spice profile, while 5 Lizard substitutes lime peel for the orange and adds passionfruit purée, resulting in a markedly more tart and tropical beer. Many drinkers note that 5 Lizard's acidity and dry finish draw more comparison to a glass of sauvignon blanc than to a traditional witbier.

Is 5 Lizard good for beginners? Its low 4.3% ABV, approachable fruit flavors, and crisp carbonation make 5 Lizard an excellent entry point for anyone exploring craft beer beyond mainstream lagers. The passionfruit character is familiar and inviting without being cloyingly sweet.

Where is 5 Lizard made? 5 Lizard is brewed by 5 Rabbit Cerveceria in Illinois, United States. The brewery specializes in Latin-inspired craft beers and is considered a pioneer of that niche within American brewing.

What foods pair well with 5 Lizard? Ceviche benefits from the beer's matching lime and tart passionfruit acidity. Fish tacos with mango salsa echo its tropical fruit notes. Grilled shrimp skewers with chimichurri complement the herbal coriander backdrop. Fresh goat cheese salads contrast the beer's tartness with creamy richness. Spicy Thai dishes are tempered by its dry, high-carbonation finish.

What sizes does 5 Lizard come in? 5 Lizard is commonly available in a six-pack format, the standard packaging for this expression.

Is 5 Lizard worth the price? 5 Lizard positions as a craft six-pack in a competitive fruit wheat category, but its GABF Gold Medal pedigree and distinctive passionfruit-lime recipe deliver more complexity and character than most grocery-aisle witbiers at a similar price tier.

Why 5 Lizard?

Few American witbiers carry the competitive track record that 5 Lizard does — a Gold Medal at the 2011 Great American Beer Festival and a Bronze at the 2014 World Beer Cup in the same Fruit Wheat Beer category. The decision to replace traditional bitter orange peel with fresh lime peel and ferment with passionfruit purée gives the beer a genuinely unique identity that stands apart from the crowded Belgian-white field. At 4.3% ABV with a bone-dry finish, it drinks lighter and more refreshing than many fruit beers that lean on residual sugar. For anyone seeking a witbier with Latin flair and legitimate award credentials, 5 Lizard remains a benchmark in its category.