Redd's Seasonal 6Pk

Redd's Seasonal 6Pk is a six-pack of apple-flavored ale brewed by Molson Coors at 5% ABV (6 x 12 oz). Unlike traditional hard ciders fermented from apple juice, Redd's is actually brewed like a beer using barley malt, corn syrup (dextrose), hop extract, and natural apple flavoring — a distinction that gives it a unique crossover appeal between the beer and cider categories.

Quick Facts: ABV: 5%  |  Origin: Milwaukee, WI & Golden, CO, USA  |  Style: Apple-Flavored Ale  |  Brewery: Molson Coors Beverage Company

Production & Heritage

Redd's is produced by Molson Coors (formerly under the MillerCoors umbrella and originally the Miller Brewing Company). The brand carved out a niche by brewing an ale with a pronounced apple character rather than fermenting apple juice like a conventional cider. The ingredient profile includes water, barley malt, corn syrup used as a fermentable sugar (dextrose), hop extract, sucrose, citric acid, natural flavor, caramel color, and preservatives (sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate). This brewing approach yields a lighter, more beer-like body while still delivering the fruit-forward sweetness consumers expect from the flavored malt beverage category. Seasonal releases from the Redd's line rotate limited-edition flavors and variety configurations throughout the year.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh apple dominates the nose immediately, backed by a faint malty sweetness and a subtle hint of caramel. There is very little hop presence on the nose, keeping the profile fruit-driven and approachable.

Taste: Apple flavor arrives up front with a crisp, lightly sweet character that sits well below the sugar intensity of most mainstream hard ciders. Mid-palate, a mild malty backbone and gentle carbonation emerge, lending a beer-like structure. The back end carries a faint, slightly bitter grain note that reminds you this is, in fact, a brewed ale rather than a juice-based product.

Finish: Clean and relatively short, with residual apple sweetness fading quickly. The carbonation lifts away without lingering, leaving a light, dry close.

How to Drink Redd's Seasonal

Serve cold — ideally between 36–40°F — straight from the bottle or poured into a pint glass to appreciate the golden hue and effervescence. Redd's also works well as a mixer: try it in an Apple Shandy blended with lemonade for a summery refresher, a Snakebite topped with a splash of blackcurrant cordial for a British pub twist, or a Beermosa mixed with chilled orange juice for a casual brunch alternative.

Best For

• Casual backyard barbecues and cookouts where easy-drinking refreshment is key
• Introducing cider-curious beer drinkers to apple-flavored options
• Stocking a mixed cooler for a game-day gathering
• Warm-weather sessions where low ABV and high drinkability matter most

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Redd's Seasonal taste like? Redd's Seasonal delivers a crisp, moderately sweet apple flavor up front with a light malty body and mild carbonation, finishing clean with a faint grain-like bitterness that distinguishes it from pure hard ciders.

How does Redd's compare to Angry Orchard? Angry Orchard is a true hard cider fermented from apple juice, while Redd's is brewed like a beer with natural apple flavoring added — resulting in a lighter body and less tannic complexity. The two are frequently compared as direct competitors, with Redd's typically registering as slightly less sweet and more beer-forward in character.

Is Redd's Seasonal good for beginners? Yes — the approachable apple sweetness, low 5% ABV, and clean finish make it an easy entry point for anyone who finds conventional beer too bitter or hoppy.

Where is Redd's made? Redd's is brewed by Molson Coors Beverage Company at facilities including their Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Golden, Colorado brewing operations in the United States.

What foods pair well with Redd's Seasonal? Grilled pork chops benefit from the apple sweetness echoing a classic pairing; sharp cheddar cheese contrasts nicely with the malty backbone; pulled chicken sliders match the light body without overpowering; a spinach-and-walnut salad with vinaigrette mirrors the crisp acidity; and cinnamon-dusted churros play off the caramel undertone in the finish.

What sizes does Redd's Seasonal come in? This offering is a six-pack of 12-oz bottles; Redd's products have also been available in single bottles, 12-packs, and variety packs depending on region and seasonal availability.

Is Redd's Seasonal worth the price? Redd's positions squarely in the everyday, value-oriented tier of flavored malt beverages — it is not a premium craft product, but it delivers consistent apple flavor and easy drinkability at an accessible price point relative to true craft hard ciders.

Why Redd's Seasonal?

The single most notable aspect of Redd's is its brewing method: it is an ale with apple flavor, not a cider, giving it a structural profile that appeals to beer drinkers who want fruit character without leaving the malt-and-grain world entirely. At 5% ABV it sits in a sessionable range that suits extended social drinking. As Angry Orchard's most prominent competitor in the apple-flavored segment, it has built a large consumer base — reflected in over 950 ratings on Untappd averaging 3.4 out of 5. For anyone who wants apple refreshment with a beer backbone rather than a cider's tannic bite, the Redd's Seasonal 6-pack fills that role reliably.