Old Nation Pineapple Boss Twead 4Pk

Old Nation Pineapple Boss Tweed 4-Pack is a 9.3% ABV hazy double New England-style IPA from Old Nation Brewing in Williamston, Michigan, sold in a four-pack of 16 oz cans. This variant builds on the brewery's flagship Boss Tweed recipe by folding in natural pineapple, pushing the tropical character into overdrive while maintaining the lush hop backbone that earned the original a loyal following — the Pineapple expression holds a strong 4.1 out of 5 rating on Untappd across nearly 1,700 reviews.

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

Production & Heritage

Old Nation Brewing Co. operates out of Williamston, Michigan, where it has built a reputation on haze-forward, hop-saturated IPAs. Pineapple Boss Tweed starts with a pilsner malt backbone complemented by a touch of Vienna malt for gentle biscuit-like balance, then receives heavy dry-hopping with Simcoe, Citra, Mosaic, and Azzacca hops — a combination engineered for maximum tropical and citrus expression. Natural pineapple is added during production, layering real fruit sweetness onto the already fruit-forward lupulin profile and distinguishing it from the original Boss Tweed.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe pineapple dominates the nose immediately, followed by waves of mango and tangerine from the hop blend. A faint grassy, resinous undertone from the Simcoe rounds out the bouquet.

Taste: The entry is sweet and fruit-forward, with pineapple taking center stage and nearly eclipsing the underlying hop bitterness. Mid-palate, the Citra and Mosaic contributions emerge as drippy mango and bright citrus, while the pilsner and Vienna malts provide just enough bready structure to prevent the sweetness from becoming cloying. At 9.3% ABV, the alcohol is remarkably well-hidden behind the wall of tropical fruit.

Finish: Medium in length with a grassy, lightly herbal fade courtesy of the Simcoe and Azzacca hops. Some citrus bitterness lingers at the edges, but the overriding impression remains juicy and soft.

How to Drink Pineapple Boss Tweed

Pour it cold — around 40–45°F — into a tulip glass or stemless wine glass to concentrate the aromatics and showcase the trademark haze. A straight-from-the-can pour works perfectly well for casual drinking, though the aroma experience improves significantly in glassware. For cocktail-adjacent applications, Pineapple Boss Tweed works well in a Michelada riff where the pineapple plays against hot sauce and lime; as a Beer-mosa substitute, its natural fruit sweetness pairs with a splash of fresh orange juice; or in a Shandy build with homemade ginger-lemon syrup, where the hop bitterness provides a savory counterpoint.

Best For

• Backyard cookouts where a juicy, high-ABV IPA replaces lighter session beers
• Sharing with hop-heads looking for a fruit-forward twist on a familiar style
• Pairing with spicy or grilled foods that benefit from tropical sweetness
• Stocking a curated craft beer fridge with standout Michigan-brewed selections

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Pineapple Boss Tweed taste like? Pineapple Boss Tweed is dominated by sweet, juicy pineapple layered over tropical mango and tangerine hop flavors, with a soft, medium body and a grassy finish that keeps it from becoming one-dimensional.

How does Pineapple Boss Tweed compare to the original Boss Tweed? The original Boss Tweed emphasizes its Simcoe, Citra, Mosaic, and Azzacca hop profile in a more straightforward hazy DIPA format, while the Pineapple variant adds natural pineapple that amplifies the tropical sweetness and shifts the balance further toward fruit-forward territory. Both share the same pilsner-and-Vienna malt backbone and 9.3% ABV.

Is Pineapple Boss Tweed good for sipping? Yes — despite its 9.3% ABV, the beer drinks smoothly with well-hidden alcohol, making it a satisfying standalone sipper, though its richness means one or two cans tend to be plenty in a sitting.

Where is Pineapple Boss Tweed made? Pineapple Boss Tweed is brewed by Old Nation Brewing Co. in Williamston, Michigan, a small city east of Lansing in Ingham County.

What foods pair well with Pineapple Boss Tweed? Spicy Thai green curry matches well because the pineapple sweetness tempers the heat. Grilled fish tacos with mango salsa echo the tropical hop character. Pulled pork with a tangy vinegar-based sauce contrasts the beer's sweetness. Aged cheddar or Gouda provides a savory, salty anchor. Coconut-based desserts like haupia complement the fruit-forward profile.

What sizes does Pineapple Boss Tweed come in? Pineapple Boss Tweed is primarily available in 4-packs of 16 oz cans, the standard format for Old Nation's Boss Tweed line of double IPAs.

Is Pineapple Boss Tweed worth the price? Pineapple Boss Tweed positions as a premium craft double IPA, and its price reflects both the high ABV and the added cost of natural pineapple and a four-hop dry-hop bill — it sits in line with other top-tier hazy DIPAs from respected regional breweries.

Why Pineapple Boss Tweed?

What separates this beer from the crowded field of fruited hazy IPAs is Old Nation's decision to start with an already elite hop bill — Simcoe, Citra, Mosaic, and Azzacca — rather than relying on fruit addition to mask a less complex base. The natural pineapple integrates seamlessly because the underlying hop character already leans heavily tropical, resulting in a beer that reads as cohesive rather than gimmicky. A 4.1 Untappd rating across nearly 1,700 reviews confirms broad drinker approval, not just hype-cycle enthusiasm. For anyone who already appreciates the original Boss Tweed, this variant delivers a distinctly different but equally well-constructed drinking experience.