Four Loko Blaze 24OZ

Four Loko Blaze 24OZ is a 14% ABV flavored malt beverage sold in a 24oz single-serve can, part of Four Loko's higher-strength Bold Series. Unlike many entries in the Four Loko lineup that telegraph their flavor in the name, Blaze takes a deliberately abstract approach, making it one of the more enigmatic options in the range.

Quick Facts: ABV: 14%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois, USA  |  Style: Flavored Malt Beverage (Bold Series)  |  Producer: Phusion Projects (Drink Four Brewing Company)

Production & Heritage

Four Loko is produced by Phusion Projects, a Chicago-based company operating under the Drink Four Brewing Company name. The beverage starts with a malt liquor base combined with carbonated water, sugar, and artificial coloring. The Bold Series, which includes Blaze, represents the brand's full-strength 14% ABV tier — a significant step above standard flavored malt beverages. Like all Four Loko products, Blaze is packaged exclusively in large-format single-serve cans designed for immediate consumption.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Sweet and lightly fruity on the nose, with a generalized candy-like quality. There is little complexity here — the scent is direct and sugar-forward.

Taste: The palate opens with a sweet, mildly fruity character that is difficult to pin to a single identifiable fruit. Mid-palate, it reads as less aggressively sugary than many comparable Four Loko varieties. The malt base becomes more noticeable as the sweetness recedes, with a faint warming sensation from the high alcohol content.

Finish: The finish is short to medium, with residual sweetness and a slight alcoholic warmth. A lingering artificial fruit note fades quickly, leaving a clean if somewhat dry conclusion.

How to Drink Blaze

Most drinkers consume Blaze straight from the can, well chilled. Given its 14% ABV and 24oz format, splitting between two glasses over ice is a practical approach that also tempers the sweetness. If mixing, Blaze can serve as a high-proof base in a Jungle Juice-style punch where its ambiguous fruit character blends easily with citrus juices; in an improvised Arnold Palmer riff paired with cold sweet tea and lemon to cut the sugar; or in a simple highball lengthened with club soda and a squeeze of lime to add crispness.

Best For

• Casual outdoor gatherings where high-ABV convenience is a priority
• Tailgating or pregame situations calling for a single-serve format
• Adventurous drinkers exploring the full Four Loko Bold Series lineup
• Budget-minded occasions where value per serving matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Four Loko Blaze taste like? Blaze has a sweet, vaguely fruity flavor profile that does not correspond to a single identifiable fruit, with less sugar intensity than many other Four Loko varieties. The malt base and 14% alcohol become noticeable beneath the sweetness.

How does Four Loko Blaze compare to Four Loko Gold? Both Blaze and Gold sit in the Bold Series at 14% ABV and share the concept of abstract, non-specific flavor names rather than identifiable fruit labels. Gold tends to read slightly sweeter and more tropical in character, while Blaze leans toward a red-gold hue with a comparatively less sugary impression.

Is Four Loko Blaze good for casual drinking? Blaze is designed as a high-ABV, ready-to-drink option for casual settings, though its 14% alcohol in a 24oz can equals roughly four to five standard drinks per container. Moderation and awareness of the alcohol content are essential.

Where is Four Loko Blaze made? Four Loko Blaze is produced by Phusion Projects, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, operating under the Drink Four Brewing Company label. Actual brewing and packaging may take place at contracted facilities in the United States.

What foods pair well with Four Loko Blaze? Spicy chicken wings work well, as the sweetness provides contrast to heat. Salty snacks like pretzels or chips balance the sugar content. Grilled burgers complement the casual, cookout-friendly format. Nacho platters with cheese and jalapeños match the bold, unfussy character. Barbecue ribs with a sweet glaze echo the beverage's own sugary baseline.

What sizes does Four Loko Blaze come in? Four Loko Blaze is sold in the standard 24oz single-serve can format that defines the brand's packaging approach.

Is Four Loko Blaze worth the price? Blaze positions squarely in the budget tier of flavored malt beverages, delivering a high ABV-to-cost ratio that is central to the Four Loko value proposition. For drinkers who prioritize strength and affordability in a single-serve format, it delivers on its core promise.

Why Blaze?

Four Loko Blaze stands apart within the already crowded Four Loko catalog by refusing to name its flavor outright — a deliberate choice that gives it a certain mystique among fans who have tried every labeled variety. At 14% ABV, it sits in the brand's top strength tier as part of the Bold Series, where it competes directly with Gold for drinkers seeking maximum potency. Its reportedly less sugary profile relative to other Four Loko options may appeal to those who find the standard range too sweet. For anyone collecting or comparing the full Four Loko spectrum, Blaze remains a notable entry precisely because of its ambiguity.