The Beast Hard Seltzer Variety 2 12Pk

The Beast Hard Seltzer Variety 2 12Pk is a 12-pack of flavored malt beverages from The Beast Unleashed line, each can at 6% ABV. Produced by Monster Brewing LLC, this variety pack features bold, energy-drink-inspired flavors with zero caffeine and no sugar — a combination that helped The Beast Unleashed earn recognition as the best-selling new beer brand in 2023.

Quick Facts: ABV: 6%  |  Origin: Colorado, USA  |  Style: Flavored Malt Beverage  |  Producer: Monster Brewing LLC

Production & Heritage

The Beast Unleashed is produced by Monster Brewing LLC, headquartered at its facility in Longmont, Colorado, with additional production at Oskar Blues Brewery in Brevard, North Carolina. The line is Monster Beverage Corporation's entry into the alcohol category, leveraging the brand's flavor expertise while deliberately stripping out the energy blend, caffeine, and sugar found in their non-alcoholic counterparts. The result is a flavored malt beverage that channels the familiar Monster flavor profile into a 6% ABV drink designed for a different occasion entirely.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Each flavor in the Variety 2 pack brings a distinct nose. Mean Green opens with a recognizable citrus-forward sweetness reminiscent of the original Monster energy drink, while Peach Perfect leads with an authentic, ripe peach scent that registers immediately.

Taste: Mean Green delivers a flavor strikingly close to the classic Monster profile, with a subtle alcoholic bite that distinguishes it from the non-alcoholic version. White Haze leans into pronounced sweetness with candy-like notes and a slightly dank, herbal undercurrent. Peach Perfect layers genuine peach flavor with unexpected hints of kiwi and coconut, adding complexity beyond a single-note fruit seltzer.

Finish: Across the range, the finish is crisp and clean with minimal lingering sweetness. The zero-sugar formulation keeps the aftertaste refreshing rather than cloying, encouraging another sip.

How to Drink The Beast Unleashed

These are best served ice-cold straight from the can — no mixing required. The 6% ABV and bold flavor profiles mean they stand on their own as sessionable drinks. That said, Mean Green works as a base in a spiked limeade with fresh lime juice and soda water. Peach Perfect pairs naturally with iced tea for a boozy Arnold Palmer riff. White Haze can substitute for a traditional malt component in a Shandy-style pour blended with light lager.

Best For

• Backyard barbecues and tailgates where variety keeps a crowd happy
• Introducing Monster fans to the brand's alcohol lineup
• Casual poolside or beach drinking sessions in warm weather
• Stocking a party cooler with multiple flavors in a single purchase

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Beast Unleashed Variety 2 taste like? The flavors lean sweet and fruit-forward, with Mean Green echoing the original Monster citrus profile, Peach Perfect delivering layered tropical peach notes, and White Haze offering candy-like sweetness with a subtle herbal edge. All three finish crisp and clean thanks to the zero-sugar formulation.

How does The Beast Unleashed compare to Hard Mountain Dew? Both target the crossover audience between energy drinks and flavored malt beverages, but The Beast Unleashed sits at 6% ABV compared to Hard Mountain Dew's 5% ABV. The Beast Unleashed flavors tend to be bolder and more closely tied to their non-alcoholic Monster counterparts, while Hard Mountain Dew leans into soda-inspired profiles.

Is The Beast Unleashed good for sipping casually? Yes — at 6% ABV with zero sugar and no caffeine, these are built for relaxed, sessionable drinking rather than high-intensity consumption. The flavors are approachable and do not require any cocktail knowledge to enjoy.

Where is The Beast Unleashed made? The Beast Unleashed is produced by Monster Brewing LLC at its facility in Longmont, Colorado, with additional production handled at Oskar Blues Brewery in Brevard, North Carolina.

What foods pair well with The Beast Unleashed? Mean Green pairs well with spicy chicken wings, where its citrus sweetness offsets the heat. Peach Perfect complements grilled shrimp or pork sliders with fruit salsa. White Haze works alongside salty snacks like pretzels and chips, where the candy-like sweetness provides contrast. All three hold up alongside classic cookout fare like burgers and hot dogs.

What sizes does The Beast Unleashed come in? The Variety 2 pack is available as a 12-pack of cans. Individual Beast Unleashed flavors are also sold in single-serve cans.

Is The Beast Unleashed worth the price? The Beast Unleashed positions as a mainstream, accessible flavored malt beverage competing directly with other variety packs in the hard seltzer and FMB category. At 6% ABV — slightly higher than many competitors — the 12-pack represents solid value for its segment, particularly for drinkers already loyal to the Monster brand.

Why The Beast Unleashed?

The standout differentiator here is the deliberate removal of caffeine from a brand synonymous with energy. Monster Brewing stripped out the stimulant, the energy blend, and the sugar, then rebuilt the familiar flavor architecture around a 6% ABV malt beverage base. The result earned commercial validation as the best-selling new beer brand in 2023, proving the concept resonated far beyond existing Monster loyalists. For drinkers who want bold, recognizable flavors without the jittery edge of caffeinated alternatives, the Variety 2 pack delivers a lineup that stands apart from the neutral-profile seltzers dominating cooler shelves.