Old Irving Double Beezer 4Pk

Old Irving Double Beezer 4Pk is a double dry-hopped Double IPA from Old Irving Brewing Co. in Chicago, Illinois, clocking in at 8.5% ABV. A Great American Beer Festival Gold Medal winner, this imperial-strength hop bomb builds on the brewery's acclaimed Beezer IPA with amplified tropical intensity and a velvety, full-bodied mouthfeel.

Quick Facts: ABV: 8.5%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois  |  Style: DDH Double IPA  |  Brewery: Old Irving Brewing Co.

Production & Heritage

Old Irving Brewing Co. operates out of Chicago's Old Irving Park neighborhood, drawing its name directly from the community it calls home. Double Beezer is the imperial sibling of Beezer, the brewery's flagship hazy IPA that earned a 2019 GABF Gold Medal in the Hazy IPA category. The grain bill layers 2-Row, Carapils, wheat, oats, and caramel malt to create a pillowy, medium-bodied base, while a double dry-hop charge of Citra and Mosaic hops delivers the explosive tropical aromatics the beer is known for.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Intense mango juice on the nose, followed by ripe lychee, lime zest, and a backdrop of stone fruit. The Mosaic contributes a subtle light berry undertone that adds complexity beneath the dominant tropical wave.

Taste: The entry is immediately juicy—tangerine and papaya dominate the front palate before peach and lime emerge at mid-palate. A mouthwatering pithiness builds, balancing the fruit-forward sweetness with moderate hop bitterness. The wheat and oat additions give the body a smooth, velvety texture without heaviness.

Finish: Medium in length with gentle warming from the 8.5% ABV. Lingering citrus pith and a soft, resinous hop character close things out cleanly.

How to Drink Double Beezer

Pour Double Beezer into a tulip glass or wide-mouthed IPA glass at around 45°F to let the aromatic oils fully express. This beer is built for drinking fresh and on its own—the double dry-hop character fades with time, so don't cellar it. A Michelada riff using Double Beezer adds tropical depth to the classic lime-and-hot-sauce template. A beer-based Shandy blending a small pour of fresh grapefruit juice plays well with the existing citrus profile. For a brunch spin, a Beermosa substituting Double Beezer for the usual lager brings mango and stone fruit to complement orange juice.

Best For

• Sharing with fellow hop-forward craft beer enthusiasts at a backyard cookout
• Bringing to a bottle share where standout Double IPAs are the focus
• Pairing with bold, spicy foods that can match the beer's tropical intensity
• Introducing someone who loves hazy IPAs to a bigger, imperial-strength expression

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Double Beezer taste like? Double Beezer delivers a surge of mango, tangerine, papaya, and lime with a smooth, velvety body from wheat and oat additions. Moderate hop bitterness keeps it balanced rather than cloying, and the 8.5% ABV provides gentle warmth on the finish.

How does Double Beezer compare to Beezer? Both beers use Citra and Mosaic hops and share the same hazy, tropical DNA, but Double Beezer dials up the intensity with a double dry-hop process and higher 8.5% ABV compared to Beezer's session-friendlier strength. Double Beezer has a fuller body and more concentrated mango and stone fruit character, while Beezer is lighter and more approachable for extended drinking.

Is Double Beezer good for sipping on its own? Absolutely—this is a beer designed to be enjoyed fresh from the can or poured into a proper glass to release its aromatic hop oils. The smooth body and balanced bitterness make it highly drinkable despite the elevated ABV.

Where is Double Beezer made? Double Beezer is brewed by Old Irving Brewing Co. in the Old Irving Park neighborhood on Chicago's northwest side. The brewery is deeply rooted in its local community and takes its name directly from the surrounding neighborhood.

What foods pair well with Double Beezer? Thai green curry matches the tropical hop character with complementary lemongrass and coconut notes. Fish tacos with mango salsa echo the beer's fruit-forward profile. Spicy Nashville hot chicken benefits from the beer's body and carbonation cutting through the heat. Sharp aged cheddar contrasts the hop bitterness with savory richness. Grilled pineapple or citrus-glazed pork amplifies the tropical and stone fruit tones.

What sizes does Double Beezer come in? Double Beezer is available in a 4-pack of cans, which is the standard retail format for this release from Old Irving Brewing.

Is Double Beezer worth the price? Double Beezer positions as a premium craft Double IPA, and its GABF Gold Medal pedigree, double dry-hopping process, and high-quality hop selection justify its place in the upper tier of the category. For fans of hazy, hop-forward imperial IPAs, it delivers well above average for its price range.

Why Double Beezer?

Double Beezer stands out in a crowded Double IPA landscape because it has the competitive hardware to back up its reputation—a Great American Beer Festival Gold Medal is among the most respected accolades in American brewing. The double dry-hop technique with Citra and Mosaic, two of the most celebrated hop varieties in modern craft beer, produces an aromatic intensity that many DIPAs aim for but few achieve this cleanly. Its grain bill, incorporating wheat, oats, and caramel malt alongside standard 2-Row and Carapils, creates a body that supports the hops without tipping into syrupy territory. With a 4.2 rating on Untappd across thousands of reviews, Double Beezer has earned consistent praise from the broader craft beer community, not just local fans.