More Loose Candies 4Pk

More Brewing Co. Loose Candies 4-Pack (4x 16oz cans) is a double dry hopped Double IPA from Villa Park, Illinois, clocking in at 8.4% ABV. Built on a triple-hop bill of Citra, El Dorado, and Vic Secret, Loose Candies has earned a strong 4.2 out of 5 on Untappd across more than 10,400 ratings — a testament to its reputation among hop-forward beer drinkers.

Quick Facts: ABV: 8.4%  |  Origin: Villa Park, Illinois, USA  |  Style: DDH Double IPA  |  Brewery: More Brewing Co.

Production & Heritage

More Brewing Co. was founded in 2017 in Villa Park, Illinois, taking its name from the suburb's original designation, "Ardmore." Loose Candies uses a double dry hopping process, meaning hops are added both during the boil and again during fermentation, extracting maximum aroma and flavor without excessive astringency. The combination of Citra, El Dorado, and Vic Secret — described by the brewery as a "haunting amount" — yields a layered tropical and citrus hop character that sets this DIPA apart from single dry hopped alternatives in the lineup.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Orange and mango lead immediately, followed by a wave of ripe grapefruit and a subtle floral sweetness. The nose is juicy and inviting, with the El Dorado and Vic Secret hops adding a candied, almost confectionery quality.

Taste: The first sip delivers a pronounced bitterness that establishes the beer's backbone, then quickly gives way to bursts of pineapple, mango, and orange at the mid-palate. As it develops, flavors of fresh melon and sweet gummy candy emerge, bringing a playful sweetness that balances the dank hop character. Crystallized honey rounds out the profile, keeping the 8.4% ABV remarkably well-integrated.

Finish: Medium-long with lingering grapefruit pith and a pleasant resinous bitterness. The sweetness recedes cleanly, leaving behind tropical fruit echoes and a dry, slightly sticky hop texture that invites another sip.

How to Drink Loose Candies

Pour from the 16oz can into a tulip glass or IPA glass at around 45°F to release the full aromatic range; drinking straight from the can will mask much of the hop complexity. This DIPA is best enjoyed fresh — check the canning date and consume within 60 to 90 days for peak hop vibrancy.

• IPA Shandy: Mix a half-pour with fresh lemonade for a sessionable warm-weather drink where the mango and citrus hops amplify the lemon.
• Hop Drop Michelada: Combine with tomato juice, hot sauce, and lime for a hop-forward twist where the tropical fruit counters the savory heat.
• Beer-a-Rita: Blend with frozen mango and a squeeze of lime for a frozen cocktail that showcases the candied fruit character of the El Dorado hops.

Best For

• Sharing at a backyard cookout or taco night with hop-loving friends
• Exploring the Illinois craft beer scene beyond Chicago's downtown breweries
• Gifting to a DIPA enthusiast who values bold, tropical-forward hop profiles
• Pairing alongside spicy or bold-flavored dishes that can stand up to 8.4% ABV intensity

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Loose Candies taste like? Loose Candies delivers a juicy, tropical flavor profile dominated by mango, pineapple, orange, and grapefruit, balanced by a firm bitterness and a sweet, candy-like undertone from the El Dorado and Vic Secret hops.

How does Loose Candies compare to other DDH DIPAs? Loose Candies leans heavily into a candied, confectionery sweetness that distinguishes it from more resinous or piney DDH Double IPAs. Its triple-hop combination of Citra, El Dorado, and Vic Secret prioritizes tropical fruit brightness over the earthy, dank profiles found in many West Coast-style double IPAs.

Is Loose Candies good for sipping on its own? Yes — the balanced interplay of bitterness, tropical fruit sweetness, and a clean finish makes it a satisfying standalone pour, though the 8.4% ABV means it drinks bigger than many standard IPAs.

Where is Loose Candies made? Loose Candies is brewed by More Brewing Co. in Villa Park, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago. The brewery was established in 2017 and takes its name from the town's original name, Ardmore.

What foods pair well with Loose Candies? Thai green curry works well, as the tropical hop notes complement coconut and lemongrass. Grilled shrimp tacos with mango salsa echo the beer's fruit-forward character. Sharp aged cheddar provides a savory counterpoint to the sweetness. Jerk chicken matches the hop bitterness with its own spice complexity. Citrus-dressed ceviche mirrors the grapefruit and orange aromatics.

What sizes does Loose Candies come in? Loose Candies is available in a 4-pack of 16oz cans, the standard format for this release from More Brewing Co.

Is Loose Candies worth the price? Loose Candies positions as a premium craft DIPA, and its 4.2 Untappd rating across more than 10,000 reviews suggests strong consumer satisfaction. For DDH Double IPA fans, the layered hop complexity and clean drinkability at 8.4% ABV deliver solid value within the premium craft tier.

Why Loose Candies?

What separates Loose Candies from the crowded DDH DIPA field is its deliberate lean into candy-like sweetness without sacrificing hop bitterness — a balance that more than 10,400 Untappd reviewers have validated with a 4.2 average. The triple-hop bill of Citra, El Dorado, and Vic Secret is not a common combination, and the result is a flavor profile that moves from tropical fruit to crystallized honey to resinous bitterness in a single sip. As a seasonal release from a relatively young Illinois brewery, it carries genuine scarcity. For drinkers seeking a DIPA that feels like an evolution of the hazy IPA movement rather than a retread, Loose Candies delivers a distinct point of view.