Old Nation Boss Treed 4Pk

Old Nation Boss Tweed 4-Pack is a 9.3% ABV hazy double IPA from Michigan's Old Nation Brewing, sold in a four-pack of cans. Rated 4.3 out of 5 on Untappd across more than 85,000 reviews, Boss Tweed has held a reputation as one of the Midwest's highest-rated hazy double IPAs for over seven consecutive years.

Quick Facts: ABV: 9.3%  |  Origin: Michigan, USA  |  Style: Double New England IPA  |  Brewery: Old Nation Brewing

Production & Heritage

Old Nation Brewing, based in Williamston, Michigan, built its name on the New England IPA style and Boss Tweed stands as the amplified sibling to their flagship M-43. The grain bill leans on a pilsner malt backbone with a touch of Vienna malt, providing a clean, slightly bready canvas that lets the hops dominate. Magnum, Simcoe, Citra, and Mosaic hops are added during the boil, while a heavy dry-hop charge of Simcoe, Citra, Mosaic, and Azacca drives the intense tropical aromatics. Old Nation employs yeast strains identified as significant glycerol producers, a deliberate choice that gives Boss Tweed its notably thick, sticky mouthfeel without relying on lactose or adjuncts.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe mango and drippy peach hit first, followed by bright tangerine peel and a pronounced grapefruit quality. Underneath the tropical blast, faint grassy and lemon zest notes add complexity.

Taste: The entry is immediately juicy — mango and peach dominate, with a soft, almost pulpy texture across the mid-palate. Tangerine and grapefruit citrus build toward the peak, balanced by a subtle malt sweetness that keeps the bitterness restrained. A gentle warming from the 9.3% ABV emerges as the sip develops, never harsh but noticeable.

Finish: Medium-long with lingering tropical sweetness and a light resinous hop stickiness. The body stays full through the close, leaving behind traces of stone fruit and soft citrus pith.

How to Drink Boss Tweed

Boss Tweed is best served cold, around 40–45°F, straight from the can or poured into a tulip glass to concentrate its aromatic intensity. This is not a beer that benefits from warming significantly — the hop oils and glycerol-rich body are at their most expressive when chilled. For cocktail-adjacent serves: try a Beer-mosa with fresh-squeezed orange juice to play off the tangerine notes, a Michelada where the juicy hop character adds tropical depth against lime and hot sauce, or a Beer Shandy blended with lemonade to temper the ABV while amplifying the citrus profile.

Best For

• Sharing with fellow hazy IPA enthusiasts during a tasting session
• Weekend cookouts where a bold, tropical beer holds up against grilled and smoked foods
• Gifting to a craft beer fan who appreciates top-rated Midwest IPAs
• Stocking a curated beer fridge with high-ABV sippers for slower evenings

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Boss Tweed taste like? Boss Tweed delivers a pronounced wave of ripe mango, peach, and tangerine with a juicy, full-bodied mouthfeel and soft bitterness. A gentle alcohol warmth and lingering tropical sweetness round out the experience.

How does Boss Tweed compare to Old Nation M-43? M-43 is Old Nation's single IPA flagship at a lower ABV, offering a more sessionable and lighter-bodied take on the hazy style. Boss Tweed pushes the hop intensity and body significantly further at 9.3% ABV with the addition of Azacca hops in the dry-hop blend and a thicker, stickier texture.

Is Boss Tweed good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — the glycerol-rich body and layered tropical hop character make it a rewarding standalone sipper, though the 9.3% ABV means pacing is worth keeping in mind.

Where is Boss Tweed made? Boss Tweed is brewed by Old Nation Brewing in Williamston, Michigan, a small-town brewery that has become one of the state's most recognized names in the hazy IPA category.

What foods pair well with Boss Tweed? Spicy tacos al pastor, where the mango and peach notes mirror and cool the heat. Smoked pulled pork, which benefits from the beer's sticky sweetness as a contrast. Sharp aged cheddar, which cuts through the full body. Coconut shrimp, playing off the tropical hop profile. Grilled pineapple or mango salsa dishes, which echo the beer's core fruit character.

What sizes does Boss Tweed come in? Boss Tweed is commonly available in four-packs of cans, the standard format for premium craft double IPAs.

Is Boss Tweed worth the price? Boss Tweed sits in the premium craft DIPA tier, and its pricing reflects the heavy hop charges — including cryo hops in certain batches — and specialty yeast strains used in production. With over 85,000 Untappd ratings averaging 4.3 out of 5, it consistently ranks among the most respected hazy double IPAs in the Midwest, delivering strong value relative to its peers in the style.

Why Boss Tweed?

What separates Boss Tweed from the crowded hazy DIPA field is Old Nation's deliberate use of glycerol-producing yeast strains, a technical choice that creates the beer's signature thick, sticky mouthfeel without adjuncts. The four-hop dry-hop blend — Simcoe, Citra, Mosaic, and Azacca — produces a tropical intensity that has kept this beer among the Midwest's elite for over seven years running. With a 4.3 average across more than 85,000 Untappd ratings, Boss Tweed has earned its following through consistency rather than hype. For anyone serious about the New England DIPA style, this is a benchmark expression from one of Michigan's most accomplished breweries.