Three Floyds Turbo Reaper 6Pk Cans

Three Floyds Turbo Reaper 6Pk Cans is a 7% ABV West Coast-style IPA from 3 Floyds Brewing Co. in Munster, Indiana, sold as a six-pack of cans. Turbo Reaper has earned a 92 score on BeerAdvocate across more than 210 ratings, placing it firmly among the brewery's respected year-round offerings.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7%  |  IBU: 47  |  Origin: Munster, Indiana  |  Style: West Coast IPA  |  Brewery: 3 Floyds Brewing Co.

Production & Heritage

3 Floyds Brewing Co. has operated out of Munster, Indiana, since 1996 and built a cult following through aggressive, hop-forward beers and limited releases. Brewmaster Chris Boggess designed Turbo Reaper as a deliberately transparent, bright West Coast IPA — one you can literally see through — that leans modern with its tropical hop character while maintaining the clean bitterness and dry finish the style demands. At 47 IBUs, it sits in a balanced middle ground: hoppy enough to satisfy IPA loyalists, restrained enough to stay sessionable at 7% ABV.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Orange zest and passionfruit lead immediately, followed by layers of grapefruit rind and a subtle toasted grain backbone. The hop aromatics are bright and inviting without veering into dank or resinous territory.

Taste: The entry is fruit-forward with pineapple and mango dominating the early palate. Mid-palate, grapefruit hop flavor steps in alongside light pine and herbal notes. The bitterness is sharp but never aggressive, allowing the tropical character to remain the focal point throughout.

Finish: Crisp and decidedly dry, with a whisper of herbal spice trailing off. The finish cleans up quickly, encouraging another sip rather than lingering with residual sweetness.

How to Drink Turbo Reaper

Serve cold — around 40–45°F — straight from the can or poured into a tulip glass to open up the hop aromatics. The clean, dry profile makes Turbo Reaper a strong candidate for food pairing over cocktail mixing. For a beer cocktail, try a Michelada variation using Turbo Reaper's citrus backbone to complement lime and hot sauce. A Shandy with fresh grapefruit juice amplifies the existing citrus notes. A Hop Drop — a shot of citrus liqueur dropped into a half-pint — plays well with the tropical character without overwhelming the bitterness.

Best For

• Stocking a fridge for backyard cookouts and grilling sessions
• Introducing someone to the West Coast IPA style with an approachable entry point
• Pairing with spicy food where a dry, bitter finish cuts through heat
• Gifting to a craft beer fan who respects the 3 Floyds legacy

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Turbo Reaper taste like? Turbo Reaper delivers prominent tropical hop flavors — pineapple, mango, and grapefruit — balanced by moderate bitterness and a clean, dry finish with herbal spice. It is medium-bodied with a bright, fruit-forward personality typical of modern West Coast IPAs.

How does Turbo Reaper compare to Three Floyds Zombie Dust? Zombie Dust is a pale ale at 6.2% ABV built around Citra hops with a softer mouthfeel, while Turbo Reaper runs hotter at 7% ABV with sharper bitterness (47 IBUs) and a drier, more traditionally West Coast finish. The two occupy different style lanes within the 3 Floyds lineup, with Zombie Dust skewing juicier and Turbo Reaper leaning crisper.

Is Turbo Reaper good for beginners? Its 47 IBUs and clean tropical hop profile make Turbo Reaper more approachable than many West Coast IPAs, though the dry, bitter finish may challenge palates accustomed to sweeter or hazy styles. It serves well as a bridge between easy-drinking pale ales and more aggressive IPAs.

Where is Turbo Reaper made? Turbo Reaper is brewed at 3 Floyds Brewing Co. in Munster, Indiana, located in the northwest corner of the state near the Illinois border. The brewery has been producing beer at this location since 1996.

What foods pair well with Turbo Reaper? Grilled chicken or fish tacos with citrus salsa complement the tropical hop notes. Spicy Thai curry benefits from the dry, bitter finish that scrubs heat from the palate. Sharp aged cheddar echoes the herbal, slightly bitter character. A citrus-dressed arugula salad mirrors the grapefruit and orange zest aromatics. Carnitas or pulled pork sandwiches gain balance from the beer's cutting bitterness.

What sizes does Turbo Reaper come in? Turbo Reaper is available in a six-pack of cans as its standard retail format.

Is Turbo Reaper worth the price? Turbo Reaper positions as a mid-range craft IPA from a brewery with significant name recognition and a 92-point BeerAdvocate score backing it up. For a 7% ABV West Coast IPA from a respected independent brewery, it represents solid value within the craft six-pack tier.

Why Turbo Reaper?

In a market saturated with hazy, juicy IPAs, Turbo Reaper makes a deliberate case for West Coast clarity — brewmaster Chris Boggess specifically designed it to be a beer you can see through, prioritizing brightness and drinkability over turbidity. The 92-point BeerAdvocate score and nearly 27,000 Untappd ratings (3.9/5) confirm broad appeal beyond hype. Its combination of modern tropical hop flavor with old-school dry bitterness and clean finishing gives it a dual identity that satisfies both classic IPA drinkers and those migrating from softer styles. From a brewery that built its reputation on pushing boundaries, Turbo Reaper is a disciplined, confident take on what a West Coast IPA should taste like in 2024.