{"product_id":"maplewood-green-crest-4pk","title":"Maplewood Green Crest 4Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaplewood Green Crest 4Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a hop-forward IPA from Chicago's Maplewood Brewing Company, packaged in a four-pack of 16-ounce cans at 6.8% ABV. This expression showcases the brewery's reputation for producing bold, aromatic IPAs that lean into modern American hop profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 6.8%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois, USA  |  Style: IPA  |  Brewery: Maplewood Brewing Company  |  Format: 4-Pack, 16oz Cans\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMaplewood Brewing Company was founded in 2014 by Adam Cieslak and Ari Megalis in Chicago's Logan Square neighborhood. The brewery quickly built a following for its hop-centric IPAs, including the popular Son of Juice and Charlatan lines. Green Crest sits within Maplewood's IPA portfolio as a showcase for the brewery's approach to American-style hop expression, emphasizing aromatic intensity and drinkability in the now-standard 16-ounce tallboy format.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expect a pronounced hop bouquet led by citrus peel and tropical fruit. Underneath, hints of pine resin and a light bready malt sweetness provide balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is bright with grapefruit and orange citrus, moving into a juicy mid-palate where stone fruit and mango notes emerge. A measured bitterness builds toward the back, grounding the sweeter hop flavors with a firm, resinous backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium in length with a clean, dry bitterness that lingers alongside faint tropical fruit. The carbonation lifts the palate and keeps the finish crisp rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Green Crest\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Crest drinks best cold, poured into a tulip glass or straight from the can. Its hop intensity and moderate ABV make it an ideal standalone sipper, though it also holds up well as a versatile pairing beer. Try it alongside spicy tacos, where the citrus hops cut through heat; with a loaded burger, where the bitterness balances rich fat; or with Thai green curry, where the tropical hop notes echo the dish's aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eStocking the fridge for a weekend cookout with hop-loving friends\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eExploring Chicago's craft beer scene beyond the usual suspects\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with bold, spicy foods that demand a beer with backbone\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBringing to a bottle share as a reliably well-made Midwest IPA\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Green Crest taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Crest delivers a citrus-driven IPA profile with grapefruit, tropical fruit, and a clean, resinous bitterness that finishes dry and refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Green Crest compare to Maplewood Son of Juice?\u003c\/strong\u003e Son of Juice leans into the hazy, New England-style IPA category with a softer, juicier mouthfeel, while Green Crest presents a more classically structured bitterness and drier finish within Maplewood's IPA lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Green Crest good for IPA beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e At 6.8% ABV with approachable citrus and fruit hop character, Green Crest is a solid entry point for drinkers looking to explore IPAs without diving into extreme bitterness or high-gravity territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Green Crest made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Crest is brewed by Maplewood Brewing Company in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Green Crest?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled chicken with citrus marinade mirrors the hop profile; fish tacos with mango salsa complement the tropical notes; sharp cheddar cheese contrasts the bitterness; buffalo wings find balance against the dry finish; and wood-fired pizza with its charred crust stands up to the hop intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Green Crest come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Crest is available in a four-pack of 16-ounce cans, the standard tallboy format favored by many craft breweries.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Green Crest worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Crest positions as a craft IPA in the mid-range value tier — competitive with other quality four-pack tallboy IPAs from respected regional breweries, and it delivers solid hop character for the format.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Green Crest?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMaplewood Brewing has earned its standing among Chicago's best craft producers on the strength of its hop-forward beers, and Green Crest reflects that focus. The 16-ounce can format at 6.8% ABV hits a sweet spot between sessionability and intensity. For drinkers who appreciate a well-executed IPA with genuine hop complexity rather than gimmicks, Green Crest represents what a focused Midwest brewery does when it sticks to its strengths.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maplewood Brewery \u0026 Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48786058346665,"sku":"42616","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/products\/maplewood-green-crest-4pk","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}