It's not an East Coast or a West Coast IPA - it's Next Coast IPA. It's 7.2%, but totally crushable - it's not quite like any other IPA you've had. Big, bracing, piney hop flavors meet a tropical bouquet of Eureka, Denali, Nugget, Citra, and Mosaic hops. There's a balanced bitterness that blends seamlessly into the light to medium body. Sip it or rip it. Whatever. Founded in Chicago in 1988, Goose Island is one of the most successful craft breweries in the Midwest and produces some of the most popular, and award winning, beers in the U.S. Since 1989, Goose Island beers have won a variety of awards at acclaimed beer events including the World Beer Championships, World Beer Cup, World Expo of Beer and the Great American Beer Festival (GABF). It's 7%, but totally crushable -- it's not quite like any other IPA you've had. Big Hop Flavors without the unpleasant bitterness. Sip it or Rip it. It's not an East Coast or a West Coast IPA - it's Next Coast IPA. It's 7.2%, but totally crushable - it's not quite like any other IPA you've had. Gentle bitterness, lightly sweet, Slightly Sweet Linger, and Gently Bitter Linger. Hops: Nugget, 06277, Citra, Mosaic, Eureka. 7.2% ABV and 40 IBU. Goose Island Next Coast IPA pairs well with strong, spicy foods, bold desserts, and milder cheeses such as Gorgonzola or Cambozola. Malts: Select Pilsen, Carahell. Available Year-Round.