New Belgium Voodoo Ranger IPA 19.2OZ

New Belgium Voodoo Ranger IPA 19.2oz is a 7% ABV American IPA brewed with Mosaic and Amarillo hops, sold in a 19.2-ounce stovepipe can. Scored 92/100 by Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine, this golden IPA has become the best-selling IPA in the U.S. grocery and convenience channel — a rare crossover between mainstream reach and legitimate craft quality.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7%  |  IBUs: 50–52  |  Origin: Fort Collins, Colorado  |  Style: American IPA  |  Brewery: New Belgium Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

New Belgium Brewing Company was founded in 1991 in Fort Collins, Colorado, and has grown into one of the largest craft breweries in the United States. Voodoo Ranger IPA is built around a duo of Mosaic and Amarillo hops — Mosaic contributing tropical and stone fruit complexity while Amarillo brings citrus and floral brightness. The 19.2-ounce single-serve stovepipe can format has become increasingly popular for on-the-go consumption, offering roughly a pint and a half of beer in a tall, resealable-friendly format that keeps hop aromatics sealed until the moment of opening.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Tropical fruit leads immediately — papaya and ripe Fuji apple — followed by a resinous wave of pine. Subtle floral and honey-like sweetness lingers underneath the hop-forward top notes.

Taste: The entry is clean and moderately sweet with juicy tropical and stone fruit character from the Mosaic hops. Mid-palate, the Amarillo hops assert a citrus-forward bitterness balanced by a light malt backbone. At 50–52 IBUs, the bitterness is present but never harsh, making the overall impression smooth and approachable for a 7% IPA.

Finish: Medium in length with a bittersweet aftertaste that fades into gentle pine resin and lemon zest. The finish is refreshing rather than cloying, encouraging another sip without palate fatigue.

How to Drink Voodoo Ranger IPA

Drink it cold — ideally between 40–45°F — straight from the can or poured into a tulip glass to release the full hop aroma. The stovepipe format is designed for direct drinking at cookouts, sporting events, or casual afternoons. Michelada: The tropical hop character plays surprisingly well with lime, hot sauce, and Clamato. IPA Shandy: Cut the bitterness with fresh lemonade for a lighter warm-weather drink. Beer Margarita (Beergarita): Float Voodoo Ranger atop a frozen margarita — the pine and citrus hops amplify the lime and tequila.

Best For

• Tailgating and outdoor sporting events where the 19.2oz format shines
• Introducing someone to hop-forward IPAs without overwhelming bitterness
• Stocking a cooler for a backyard barbecue or beach day
• Pairing with bold, spicy, or grilled foods that stand up to hop intensity

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Voodoo Ranger IPA taste like? Voodoo Ranger IPA delivers juicy tropical fruit and papaya upfront, balanced by moderate pine bitterness and a clean, bittersweet finish at 50–52 IBUs.

How does Voodoo Ranger IPA compare to Lagunitas IPA? Both are widely available American IPAs, but Voodoo Ranger leans more tropical and fruity thanks to its Mosaic and Amarillo hop bill, while Lagunitas IPA tends toward a more classic West Coast profile with pronounced caramel malt and earthy, piney hops. Voodoo Ranger is also slightly higher in ABV at 7% compared to Lagunitas IPA's 6.2%.

Is Voodoo Ranger IPA good for IPA beginners? Yes — its smooth mouthfeel and fruit-forward hop character make it one of the more approachable IPAs at the 7% ABV level, without the aggressive bitterness that can deter newcomers.

Where is Voodoo Ranger IPA made? Voodoo Ranger IPA is brewed by New Belgium Brewing Company, headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, one of America's most prominent craft beer cities.

What foods pair well with Voodoo Ranger IPA? Grilled burgers or bratwurst match the hop bitterness with smoky char. Fish tacos with mango salsa echo the tropical fruit notes. Spicy buffalo wings are tamed by the beer's carbonation and moderate sweetness. Sharp cheddar cheese creates a classic bitter-savory contrast. Thai green curry mirrors the citrus and herbal hop aromatics.

What sizes does Voodoo Ranger IPA come in? Voodoo Ranger IPA is available in 12-ounce cans (sold in 6-packs, 12-packs, and 15-packs), 19.2-ounce stovepipe single-serve cans, and on draft at select bars and restaurants.

Is Voodoo Ranger IPA worth the price? Voodoo Ranger IPA positions as a highly accessible craft IPA — priced competitively within the mainstream craft tier while delivering hop complexity and a 92/100 score from Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine that justifies its standing against pricier limited-release IPAs.

Why Voodoo Ranger IPA?

Voodoo Ranger IPA earned a 92/100 from Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine, placing it among the highest-rated widely distributed IPAs in the country. The Mosaic and Amarillo hop combination delivers a modern, fruit-forward profile that reflects current IPA trends without abandoning the balanced bitterness that defines the style. Its dominance as America's top-selling IPA in grocery and convenience channels speaks to both its drinkability and its consistency batch to batch. The 19.2-ounce stovepipe can gives drinkers a generous single-serve format that suits casual, high-energy settings where glassware is impractical.