Sampling Firestone Walker’s “Mind Haze Rage”: A Lemonade-Infused Adventure

You can start to feel the sun in the air. It is almost that time. The heavy days of winter are behind us and sunny days are on their way which can only mean one thing.....Craft beer lovers, get ready—Firestone Walker has done it again. 

Firestone Walker is making a serious splash in 2025 with its latest release, “Mind Haze Rage”—a trio of turbo radlers blending the crisp refreshment of lemonade with the complexity of craft beer. This bold product launch expands upon the beloved Mind Haze line with flavors designed to quench the thirst of flavor-obsessed drinkers while introducing something entirely new to the craft beer scene.

The “Mind Haze Rage” lineup features three vibrant lemonade-infused beers—Original Lemonade, Watermelon Lemonade, and Grapefruit Lemonade. With an impressive 8% ABV, this turbo radler trio doesn’t just sip—it roars. Crafted to appeal to drinkers across multiple beverage categories, the beers are packaged in a new “Rad Pack” 12-pack, complete with all three flavors, and will also be available in 19.2-ounce single cans this spring.

“‘Mind Haze Rage’ is an evolution of the radler,” explained Brewmaster Matt Brynildson. “Part beer. Part lemonade. We’ve always been curious tinkerers here at Firestone Walker, and this is our latest result—a refreshing collision of styles and flavors to take radlers in a completely new direction. We’re thrilled to share it with the world.”

Sampling these turbo radlers is nothing short of an adventure for your senses. Take the Original Lemonade, for example—the moment you crack open the can, the sunny aroma of bright citrus fills the air. That first sip is an electric rush; the sweet and tart lemonade dazzles the palate, followed closely by a balanced, creamy hop backbone characteristic of the Mind Haze family.

The Watermelon Lemonade and Grapefruit Lemonade deliver equally bold experiences. The Watermelon version adds a juicy twist that sweetens the tangy core, while the Grapefruit brings a zesty, invigorating kick of citrus bitterness that beer traditionalists will love. Each flavor leaves a clean, refreshing finish, daring you to resist another sip—or another can altogether.

With their flavorful profiles and high ABV, these turbo radlers don’t shy away from making an impression. They’re light and bubbly yet packed with enough body and character to please even seasoned craft beer enthusiasts. The innovative lemonade-beer fusion also makes “Mind Haze Rage” a gateway option for casual drinkers looking to explore the world of beer with an adventurous twist.

This launch marks the latest chapter for Firestone Walker’s Mind Haze line, which began in 2019 with the introduction of the Mind Haze Hazy IPA. The series has continued to evolve and grow, introducing bolder concepts like Mind Haze Brain Melter and Cosmic Crusher in 2024. With “Mind Haze Rage,” the California brewery is amplifying its commitment to creativity and flavor exploration.

The beers come accompanied by a nostalgic, irreverent media campaign inspired by the neon-glow aesthetic of 90s advertisements, embodying the playful, rebellious spirit of “Mind Haze Rage.” It’s this same spirit that drives the brewery’s mission to innovate while staying true to its core values of sustainability—operating a state-of-the-art brew facility featuring solar energy, CO2 recapture, and water recycling systems.

“‘Mind Haze Rage’ is fun, disruptive, and crafted for flavor seekers,” said Dustin Hinz, Firestone Walker’s Chief Marketing Officer. “This isn’t your grandma’s hard lemonade—it’s a bold, new twist on beer itself.”

There’s something undeniably social about “Mind Haze Rage.” It’s easy to picture cracking open a can on a warm patio with friends, pairing its zesty kick with fresh tacos or barbecue, and letting the lively flavors amplify good times. Whether you’re a passionate hophead, a casual beer drinker, or simply someone looking for an exciting new taste, this beer promises to ignite your curiosity and keep you coming back for more.

From sunny backyards to craft beer bars, “Mind Haze Rage” is a refreshing, high-energy addition to Firestone Walker’s lineup. It challenges the boundaries of what a radler can be, delivering bold flavors and the unmistakable joy of discovering something new. Simply put, the party starts with “Mind Haze Rage”—and your taste buds are invited.