Stone Never Ending IPA 4Pk

Stone Never Ending IPA 4Pk is a session-strength hazy IPA from Stone Brewing in Escondido, California, brewed at 4% ABV and sold in a 4-pack. What distinguishes this expression is its use of Voss Kveik — a centuries-old Norwegian yeast strain — alongside Mosaic and Citra hops, earning an 87 on BeerAdvocate.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4%  |  Origin: Escondido, California  |  Style: Session Hazy IPA  |  Brewery: Stone Brewing

Production & Heritage

Stone Brewing, founded in 1996 in San Diego County, built its reputation on aggressively hopped West Coast IPAs before expanding into hazier territory with releases like Never Ending IPA. This beer gets its backbone from Mosaic and Citra hops — a combination known for delivering layered tropical and citrus aromatics — but the real production differentiator is the Voss Kveik ale yeast. This Norwegian farmhouse strain ferments at unusually warm temperatures and contributes pronounced orange citrus character that amplifies the hop profile rather than competing with it. At just 4% ABV, the beer sits firmly in session territory while delivering hop intensity that belies its lighter body.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with dank resinous hop character that quickly gives way to orange peel and floral notes. Deeper sniffs reveal makrut lime leaf, white pepper, blueberry, and juniper — an unusually complex aromatic profile for a session-weight beer.

Taste: The entry is dominated by intense orange and lime citrus, hitting bright and immediate. The mid-palate broadens with oat-driven creaminess, lemon, pineapple, and star fruit, while a subtle strawberry preserves sweetness emerges at the peak. A tangy tartness provides structural tension throughout.

Finish: The finish is palate-clearing and refreshing, with none of the cloying sweetness that can plague lower-ABV hazy IPAs. Residual citrus lingers briefly before a clean, dry close.

Appearance: Pours a golden-orange with visible haze and a tight, persistent white foam head.

How to Drink Never Ending IPA

Pour cold into a tulip glass or standard pint to maximize the aromatic complexity from the Kveik yeast and hop oils. At 4% ABV, this beer is built for extended drinking sessions straight from the glass. For a Michelada, the tangy tartness and citrus notes hold up against lime juice and hot sauce. In a Beer-a-Rita, the intense tropical fruit character substitutes for artificially flavored session lagers. Try it alongside a Shandy build with fresh lemonade, where the pineapple and star fruit notes create natural depth.

Best For

• Afternoon cookouts where you want hop-forward flavor without high alcohol
• Introducing hop-curious friends to hazy IPAs at a low-commitment ABV
• Pairing with spicy foods that would overpower lighter lagers
• Stocking a fridge for game day with a craft alternative to macro session beers

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Never Ending IPA taste like? It delivers intense orange and lime citrus up front, followed by pineapple, star fruit, and a subtle strawberry preserves sweetness, with a tangy tartness and refreshingly dry finish. The Voss Kveik yeast contributes additional orange citrus character beyond what the hops alone provide.

How does Never Ending IPA compare to Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing? Both are widely distributed hazy IPAs from established West Coast breweries, but Never Ending IPA sits at 4% ABV compared to Hazy Little Thing's 6.7%, making it significantly more sessionable. The use of Voss Kveik yeast also gives Never Ending IPA a distinctive orange citrus note that Hazy Little Thing's more conventional yeast strain does not produce.

Is Never Ending IPA good for beginners? Yes — the 4% ABV makes it one of the most approachable hazy IPAs on the market, and the pronounced fruit-forward character avoids the aggressive bitterness that can deter newcomers to the IPA category.

Where is Never Ending IPA made? Never Ending IPA is brewed by Stone Brewing, headquartered in Escondido, California, in northern San Diego County. Stone was founded in 1996 and has grown into one of the largest independent craft breweries in the United States.

What foods pair well with Never Ending IPA? Fish tacos with mango salsa, where the citrus notes echo the fruit; Thai green curry, where the tangy tartness cuts through coconut richness; grilled shrimp skewers, complemented by the tropical hop character; sharp cheddar cheese, which stands up to the beer's aromatic intensity; and citrus-dressed arugula salad, which mirrors the beer's bright acidity.

What sizes does Never Ending IPA come in? This listing is a 4-pack format, which is Stone Brewing's standard packaging configuration for this expression.

Is Never Ending IPA worth the price? Never Ending IPA positions as a craft session IPA at a competitive price point within Stone Brewing's lineup. The Kveik yeast and dual-hop bill deliver complexity that punches well above what most session-strength IPAs offer, making it strong value for drinkers who want flavor without the higher ABV of standard IPAs.

Why Never Ending IPA?

The defining move here is the Voss Kveik yeast — a strain most American craft drinkers have never encountered, which ferments hot and fast while throwing off orange citrus esters that dovetail with the Mosaic and Citra hop bill. That yeast choice transforms what could have been a forgettable session hazy into something with genuine aromatic depth, and it earned an 87 on BeerAdvocate with over 235 ratings confirming its consistency. At 4% ABV, it occupies a rare space: a beer with IPA-level flavor intensity that stays genuinely sessionable. For a brewery that made its name on bold, unapologetic beers, Never Ending IPA proves Stone can show restraint on alcohol while refusing to compromise on character.