More Strawberry Double Marbles 4Pk

More Strawberry Double Marbles 4Pk is a milkshake-style Double IPA from More Brewing Co. in Illinois, clocking in at 8% ABV. This beefed-up sibling to the brewery's original Strawberry Marbles earned a Silver Medal at the 2025 U.S. Open Beer Championship in the Milkshake IPA category, confirming its standing among the best in the style.

Quick Facts: ABV: 8%  |  Origin: Illinois, USA  |  Style: Milkshake Double IPA  |  Brewery: More Brewing Co.

Production & Heritage

More Brewing Co. operates out of Villa Park, Huntley, and Bartlett, Illinois, and has built a reputation around hazy, fruit-forward IPAs and stouts. Strawberry Double Marbles is brewed with a heavy charge of Mosaic hops alongside milk sugar (lactose), vanilla, and strawberry additions. The "Double" designation reflects a bigger, bolder build than the standard Strawberry Marbles — more malt backbone, more hops, and more fruit intensity, all pushed to 8% ABV while retaining a smooth, dessert-like drinkability.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe strawberry puree leads immediately, followed by sweet vanilla custard and a subtle undercurrent of tropical fruit from the Mosaic hops. The overall impression is remarkably close to a fresh strawberry milkshake.

Taste: Juicy strawberry hits on the entry, layered with creamy vanilla and soft malt sweetness from the lactose. At mid-palate, Mosaic hops introduce berry and pineapple notes alongside a faint whisper of pine, providing just enough bitterness to keep the sweetness grounded. The hop balance prevents this from tipping into cloying territory.

Finish: Medium in length with a creamy, smooth mouthfeel that lingers with residual strawberry and vanilla. The lactose body carries through to the end, leaving a soft, almost shortcake-like impression.

How to Drink Strawberry Double Marbles

Pour cold into a tulip glass or stemless wine glass to open up the aroma; this beer is best enjoyed fresh and chilled, as hop-forward milkshake IPAs lose vibrancy with age. Three cocktail-adjacent serves worth trying:

• Beer Float: Pour over a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream — the existing lactose and vanilla amplify the dessert effect naturally.
• Shandy Riff: Blend 3:1 with fresh-squeezed lemonade for a tart-sweet summer sipper that tempers the 8% ABV.
• Michelada Twist: Mix with a splash of Tajín-rimmed lime juice for a savory-sweet contrast that highlights the strawberry.

Best For

• Sharing at a summer cookout or backyard gathering with fellow craft beer fans
• Gifting to a hazy IPA enthusiast looking for something beyond standard juice bombs
• Pairing with a dessert course at a casual dinner party
• Exploring the milkshake IPA style with an award-winning benchmark

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Strawberry Double Marbles taste like? It tastes like strawberry shortcake in liquid form — juicy, ripe strawberry upfront, vanilla custard sweetness through the middle, and a creamy lactose body with enough Mosaic hop bitterness to balance the fruit and sugar.

How does Strawberry Double Marbles compare to Tired Hands Strawberry Milkshake IPA? Both are fruit-forward milkshake IPAs built on lactose and strawberry, but Strawberry Double Marbles runs at 8% ABV as a Double IPA, delivering a fuller body and more aggressive hop presence from its heavy Mosaic charge. Tired Hands' version leans lighter and more whimsical in its strawberry expression, while More Brewing pushes intensity across the board.

Is Strawberry Double Marbles good for beginners? Its smooth, dessert-like profile makes it approachable even for drinkers who don't typically enjoy IPAs, though the 8% ABV means it should be sipped with awareness — this is not a session beer.

Where is Strawberry Double Marbles made? It is brewed by More Brewing Co. in Illinois, with brewery locations in Villa Park, Huntley, and Bartlett, all in the greater Chicago suburban area.

What foods pair well with Strawberry Double Marbles? Grilled pork chops benefit from the fruit sweetness cutting through savory fat. Strawberry cheesecake amplifies the shared flavor notes. Spicy Thai basil chicken creates a heat-and-sweet contrast. A charcuterie board with soft cheeses like brie complements the creamy mouthfeel. Angel food cake with fresh berries mirrors the shortcake character.

What sizes does Strawberry Double Marbles come in? It is commonly available as a 4-pack of cans, which is the standard format for More Brewing's limited and seasonal releases.

Is Strawberry Double Marbles worth the price? It positions in the premium craft tier typical of specialty milkshake Double IPAs, and the 2025 U.S. Open Beer Championship Silver Medal and strong community ratings (4.2 on Untappd from over 5,600 reviews) support solid value for the style.

Why Strawberry Double Marbles?

This is not just another fruit IPA with a gimmick label. The 2025 U.S. Open Beer Championship Silver Medal validates what thousands of Untappd reviewers have been saying — Strawberry Double Marbles delivers genuine milkshake IPA character with real depth. The combination of Mosaic hops, lactose, vanilla, and strawberry produces a layered beer that manages to taste like a dessert without abandoning its identity as a Double IPA. For anyone serious about the milkshake IPA category, this is one of the Midwest's strongest entries and a flagship expression from a brewery that continues to push the style forward.