Three Floyds Deluxe Lager 12Pk Cans

Three Floyds Deluxe Lager 12Pk Cans is a 4.5% ABV American adjunct lager from Munster, Indiana, sold in a 12-pack of cans. It holds a notable distinction as Three Floyds Brewing's first release to venture outside the craft beer category, and it carries an 86-point rating on BeerAdvocate.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.5%  |  Origin: Munster, Indiana, USA  |  Style: American Adjunct Lager  |  Brewery: Three Floyds Brewing

Production & Heritage

Three Floyds Brewing in Munster, Indiana, built its reputation on aggressively hopped ales and cult-status imperial stouts. Deluxe Lager marks a deliberate pivot — the brewery's first foray into lighter, mainstream-style beer. Brewed with Indiana corn grits and lagered for a full eight weeks, the extended cold conditioning yields a clean, crisp body that separates it from quick-fermented macro lagers while retaining the approachable drinkability the style demands.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Sweet creamy corn leads into light pale cracker-like malt and bready grain. Subtle floral and grassy hop character mingles with hints of candied orchard fruit — apple, pear, and a touch of apricot.

Taste: The palate opens with biscuity malt and a noticeable corn sweetness that carries through the mid-palate. Lemon citrus and mild orange peel emerge alongside gentle herbal hop bitterness, providing enough structure to keep the sweetness in check. The overall impression is grain-forward and smooth, reminiscent of a Mexican-style lager without the heavy salinity.

Finish: Clean and relatively brief, with lingering cracker malt and a faint lemony brightness. The corn sweetness fades gradually, leaving a dry, easy close that invites the next sip.

How to Drink Deluxe Lager

Serve cold — ideally between 38–42°F — straight from the can or poured into a pilsner glass to release the subtle aromatics. A Michelada works well here, as the corn sweetness complements the tomato-lime heat without fighting it. A Shandy (half lager, half lemonade) amplifies the citrus notes already present in the beer. A Chelada — simply Deluxe Lager with fresh lime juice and a salted rim — leans into the Mexican lager comparisons many drinkers have drawn.

Best For

• Backyard cookouts and grilling sessions where sessionability matters
• Introducing craft beer enthusiasts to a lighter drinking option from a brewery they trust
• Summer tailgates and outdoor sporting events
• Pairing with casual weeknight meals that call for a straightforward, cold lager

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Deluxe Lager taste like? Deluxe Lager delivers sweet corn and biscuity cracker malt up front, followed by mild lemon citrus and a light herbal hop bitterness. The overall character is smooth and grain-forward, often compared to a Mexican-style lager.

How does Deluxe Lager compare to a Mexican lager? Multiple reviewers note a similar flavor profile — light malt sweetness, corn character, and clean finish — but Deluxe Lager tends to be sweeter with more pronounced grain notes and lacks the salty minerality common in many Mexican lagers.

Is Deluxe Lager good for beginners? Yes — at 4.5% ABV with a clean, malt-forward profile and minimal hop bitterness, it is highly approachable for anyone new to craft-adjacent beer or transitioning from mainstream lagers.

Where is Deluxe Lager made? Deluxe Lager is brewed at Three Floyds Brewing in Munster, Indiana, a brewery founded in 1996 that is widely regarded as one of the Midwest's most influential craft producers.

What foods pair well with Deluxe Lager? Grilled burgers and hot dogs match the corn sweetness naturally. Fish tacos benefit from the beer's citrus undertone. A simple cheese quesadilla with salsa mirrors the Mexican lager comparisons. Fried chicken finds balance against the crisp carbonation, and light salads with citrus vinaigrette echo the lemony hop character.

What sizes does Deluxe Lager come in? The standard format is a 12-pack of cans, which is the primary packaging available from Three Floyds for this release.

Is Deluxe Lager worth the price? Deluxe Lager positions as an accessible, session-priced offering from a brewery known for premium craft releases. The eight-week lagering process and Indiana corn grit recipe deliver more character than most beers in the adjunct lager tier, making it a strong value for fans of the style.

Why Deluxe Lager?

Three Floyds built a cult following on beers like Zombie Dust and Dark Lord — intensely flavored, limited-release ales that defined Midwest craft brewing. Deluxe Lager is a deliberate departure, applying craft-level attention (an eight-week lagering cycle, locally sourced Indiana corn grits) to a style most craft breweries have historically ignored. The result scored 86 points on BeerAdvocate, signaling that the execution holds up to scrutiny. For drinkers who want a clean, flavorful lager with genuine provenance behind it, this 12-pack fills a gap that few comparable products from respected craft breweries occupy.