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Hi-Wire Brewing Unleashes Mango Lazerade: A Supercharged, Gluten-Friendly Hard Lemonade

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ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Strap in, thrill-seekers, because Hi-Wire Brewing just flipped the switch on its most electrifying release yet! Say hello to Mango Lazerade, a juiced-up, turbo-charged, high-voltage hard lemonade that’s sure to shock your tastebuds. Not only is this 8% ABV powerhouse bursting with smooth mango and zesty lemon, but it’s also crafted to remove gluten—marking Hi-Wire’s first-ever gluten-friendly packaged release and a bold new addition to Hi-Wire’s year-round lineup. Available now, this electric malt beverage is taking over Hi-Wire Brewing taprooms and retailers across the Asheville, North Carolina-based brewery’s nine states of distribution.

This isn’t just another hard lemonade. Mango Lazerade is here to electrify. Packed with juicy mango and a tart lemon finish, it delivers a perfectly smooth but exhilarating thrill ride for gluten-reduced drinkers and beer lovers alike because Lazerade is more than a drink—it’s an experience! With a supercharged ABV and a shockwave of flavor, this juiced-up beast is made to power up the party.

Now available in 6-packs of mighty 16-ounce cans and coming soon in 19.2-ounce singles, Mango Lazerade is amped and ready to light up fridges, gatherings, and weekend adventures. Find it on draft and in cans now at all Hi-Wire Brewing taprooms and your favorite retailers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Ohio, Kentucky, Alabama, Virginia, and Indiana.

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Hi-Wire Brewing Rolls Out Hazy Pitch IPA and Unveils More Fresh Releases for 2024

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ASHEVILLE, N.C.— North Carolina-based Hi-Wire Brewing is shaking things up again with the introduction of its latest family member, Hazy Pitch IPA, to a lineup that’s already bursting with character. Not stopping there, 2024 is set to be a year of exhilarating updates for the Asheville brewery, including a refreshing twist on a fan favorite and the debut of two new 12-packs that are anything but ordinary.

A Big Hazy Joins the ‘Pitch’ Family

Hazy Pitch IPA, a bodacious New England-style IPA, promises to shake up the family tree with a hefty 7.2% ABV. This haze-craze newcomer is joining Hi-Wire’s beloved ‘Pitch Family’ in 6-packs of big 16-ounce cans, making its grand entrance in mid-March. The Pitch Family brings together the gamut of IPAs – from Hi-Wire’s most popular beer, the West-Coast Style Hi-Pitch Mosaic (6.7% ABV), to the easy-drinking Lo-Pitch Hazy (5.5% ABV) to the seriously hopped Double Hi-Pitch (9% ABV).

Bryna Frosaker, co-owner of Hi-Wire Brewing, shared the inspiration behind this vibrant addition to the brewery’s flagship selection, “Though we’ve played in the hazy IPA space for years… Hazy Pitch is our latest and greatest adventure, and we’re thrilled to add it to our core year-round lineup.”

By meticulously layering juicy American hops post-fermentation, Hi-Wire has harnessed a symphony of tropical punch, chewy pineapple, and bright citrus hop flavors, creating a very unique hazy IPA. Hazy Pitch receives over twice as many hops in the dry hop stage compared to Lo-Pitch creating a bigger, hazier IPA to round out the beloved family.

Mountain Water Gets a Peachy Update

Fan-favorite Mountain Water Easy Drinking Ale is welcoming a new flavor to its ranks – Pomegranate Peach (4.5% ABV). After a successful taste test across Hi-Wire Brewing’s eleven taproom locations, this stone fruit and sweet-tart sensation that pours bright pink is set to replace the original Citrus Splash flavor. Brian Laggis, Director of Sales at Hi-Wire, commented, “After many rave reviews, it was clear that Pomegranate Peach was our winner. We’re excited for fans of Mountain Water to try this refreshing new twist.”

Vibrant and slightly tangy notes of ripe pomegranates are complemented by the juicy essence of peaches in this Southern-inspired concoction that’s made like a beer but drinks like a seltzer. Hank Marshall, Hi-Wire’s Head Brewer, highlighted its unique qualities, noting, “We wanted to capture the natural sweetness of these fruits while ensuring that the overall flavor was not too sweet with a slightly tart finish that provides the perfect balance.”

Mix it Up with Big 12-Packs

For those who love a bit of everything, Hi-Wire is also rolling out two new 12-packs of 16-ounce cans – Rad-Mobile and Pitch Pack. Rad-Mobile unites Hi-Pitch Mosaic IPA, Lo-Pitch Hazy IPA, Mountain Water Pomegranate Peach, and Leisure Time Lager into one big, convenient box, while Pitch Pack brings together the entire Pitch Family for a hoppy reunion.

Whether it’s for sampling, entertaining, or simply stocking up, bigger cans mean more to love, and these 12-packs promise variety and fun in every sip. “When we converted to 16-ounce cans, we doubled down to offer 12-packs exclusively with big cans too, which was unheard of at the time for craft beer,” Frosaker added, highlighting the significance of these offerings in the market.

New Branding for Old Favorites

As we stride into 2024, Hi-Wire Brewing is also giving a fresh twist to its core beer artwork, adding a dash of nostalgic flair to the brewery’s already eye-catching cans. Look for updated packaging on the ‘Pitch Family’ and Hi-Wire Lager over the coming months.

“We will continue to push boundaries, trying new methods and new products, in a calculated and intentional way,” Marshall affirmed, promising the brewery’s ethos of quality and innovation remains steadfast. “In this time of change for craft beer, innovation will define success,” Frosaker reflects.

All releases will be available at Hi-Wire’s eleven taproom locations and across nine states of distribution, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Ohio, Kentucky, Alabama, Virginia, and Indiana.

About Hi-Wire Brewing

Hi-Wire Brewing is known for producing approachable and balanced lagers and ales, most notably Hi-Pitch Mosaic IPA, Lo-Pitch Hazy IPA, and Mountain Water Easy Drinking Ale, and it boasts an award-winning sour and wild ale program. Founded in Asheville, N.C. in 2013, Hi-Wire has locations in Asheville, Birmingham, Ala., Charlotte, N.C., Cincinnati, Durham, N.C., Knoxville, Tenn., Louisville, Ky., Nashville, Tenn., and Wilmington, N.C. and is proud to pay a Living Wage to all of its employees. Hi-Wire Brewing’s Great American Beer Festival and World Beer Cup award-winning beers can be found on draft and in exclusively 16-ounce cans across North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Ohio, Kentucky, Alabama, Virginia, and Indiana.

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Hi-Wire Brewing to Open Tiki Bar and Speakeasy in Asheville

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ASHEVILLE, North Carolina— Hi-Wire Brewing, known for crafting unique and approachable craft beers, is excited to announce the opening of ‘The Tiki Easy Bar,’ a new tiki bar and speakeasy hidden behind Hi-Wire’s South Slope Specialty Brewery in Asheville, North Carolina. The tropical-themed bar is set to open to the public in July 2023.

“I have become obsessed with tiki bars and drinks since the Covid-19 pandemic began,” said Chris Frosaker, co-owner of Hi-Wire Brewing and the driving force behind Hi-Wire’s new concept. Frosaker continued, “Our world seems to be getting crazier every day, and I love the escapism a tiki bar provides, where you can enter a new world and forget about your day-to-day life with a strong drink in hand.” Combining this new passion with some newly-acquired space at the craft brewery’s original location, ‘The Tiki Easy Bar’ was born.

The Tiki Easy Bar aims to be Western North Carolina’s only true tiki bar, transporting visitors to an island oasis filled with danger, mystery, and lots of rum. Expect traditional tiki decor, one of the largest rum selections in the state, and a rotating tiki-only cocktail menu with more than thirty varieties of tiki drinks.

The speakeasy’s menu combines a slew of classic tiki cocktails, modern tiki drinks designed in-house, and a selection of island-inspired mocktails. Chris Frosaker’s go-to drink will, of course, make an appearance or two. “I am obsessed with the Mai Tai, which happens to be the most misunderstood and bastardized cocktail in history,” said Frosaker. To celebrate the co-owner’s passion for a proper Mai Tai, The Tiki Easy Bar will feature two Mai Tai options at all times, and every Monday, bartenders will experiment with rums from around the world paired with a variety of curacao liqueurs for the bar’s ‘Mai Tai Mondays.’

Hi-Wire Brewing is no stranger to opening new, fun-filled drinking establishments with soon-to-be eleven locations across the Southeast and Midwest dedicated to serving Hi-Wire’s award-winning craft beers. However, The Tiki Easy Bar will be unlike anything the brewery has done before with exotic jungle decor, tiki drink concoctions, and a secret entrance. “What is related, though, is one of our company’s non-negotiables of creating fun – The Tiki Easy Bar will definitely not be short on fun,” said Frosaker. With mesmerizing flames and occasional lightning and thunder, this Asheville oasis will transport thrill-seeking explorers to paradise and leave them filled with wonder and enticing island nectar.

The tiki bar will occupy a 2500-square-foot space through the back door of Hi-Wire’s South Slope Specialty Brewery, an area of the building that has not been previously open to the public. “We have operated our South Slope brewery as a specialty facility since 2016, making the bulk of our beer down the street at our Biltmore Village Production Brewery,” said Frosaker, “but when our landlord decided to retire last summer and offered us the chance to purchase the building where Hi-Wire first started ten years ago, it was a no brainer to cement our roots where it all began.”

To access The Tiki Easy Bar, guests must venture through tanks and barrels of the brewery until they uncover the secret passage which will lead them through the jungle to an island oasis beyond. There will not be an exterior sign on the building pointing the way, so only adventure-seekers and curious cocktail-lovers will discover the bar’s secrets hidden behind the brewery.

The Tiki Easy Bar is set to become one of the most innovative and exciting additions to the Asheville drinking scene, attracting visitors from around the region. The bar will open in the summer of 2023 and will be located at 197 Hilliard Ave, Asheville, N.C. Frosaker teased, “We’ve put a lot of thought and planning into every detail, from the decor to the drink menu, and we can’t wait for people to discover it for themselves.”

Construction of The Tiki Easy Bar has already begun.

About Hi-Wire Brewing

Hi-Wire Brewing is known for producing approachable and balanced lagers and ales, most notably Hi-Pitch Mosaic IPA, Lo-Pitch Hazy IPA, and Mountain Water Easy Drinking Ale, and it boasts an award-winning sour and wild ale program. Founded in Asheville, N.C. in 2013, Hi-Wire has locations in Asheville, Birmingham, Ala., Charlotte, N.C., Cincinnati (April 2023), Durham, N.C., Knoxville, Tenn., Louisville, Ky., Nashville, Tenn. (May 2023), and Wilmington, N.C. and is proud to pay a Living Wage to all of its employees. Hi-Wire Brewing’s Great American Beer Festival and World Beer Cup award-winning beers can be found on draft and in exclusively 16-ounce cans across North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Ohio, Kentucky, Alabama, Virginia, and Indiana.

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Hi-Wire Brewing Releases Year-Round Wheat Beer Alongside Two New ‘Mountain Water’ Flavors

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ASHEVILLE, North Carolina — Hi-Wire Brewing, one of the Southeast’s fastest-growing independent craft breweries, has just unveiled three unique additions to the brewery’s “Mountain” line of beers that are sure to thrill your taste buds.

First up, you have Mountain Wheat, a light-bodied wheat beer newly added to the Hi-Wire flagship lineup. Crafted and brewed in Western North Carolina, this refreshing wheat beer is perfect for any adventure-filled day with friends. At 5.3% ABV, Mountain Wheat offers a bright and refreshing taste with hints of lemon shandy and citrus, thanks to the addition of lemon peel and coriander. And the best part? You can enjoy it all year long! Available now in six-packs of 16-ounce cans, you can find Mountain Wheat in Hi-Wire Brewing’s nine taprooms and online beer shop as well as across the brewery’s nine-state distribution area.

“Wheat beers were one of the only craft styles to grow share in 2022, and with few options brewed in the Carolinas, we feel this is the perfect time to throw our hat in the ring for this extremely approachable style,” said Hi-Wire co-owner Chris Frosaker.

As Hi-Wire Brewing fans know, the North Carolina-based brewery’s Mountain Water Easy Drinking Ale is a fan-favorite for those seeking a unique and refreshing beer that drinks like a seltzer. And now, Hi-Wire has doubled down on exciting new flavor innovations with ‘The Bear Pack’ mixed twelve-pack featuring not only the original lemon-lime Citrus Splash flavor, but also, two brand new additions – Southern-inspired Pomegranate Peach and vibrant Tropical Wave. Named after Hi-Wire’s beloved bear mascot and social media star, ‘The Bear Pack’ is the perfect way to sample all three flavors of Mountain Water. This mixed twelve-pack features four 16-ounce cans of each and will start hitting shelves across Hi-Wire Brewing’s distribution area and taprooms on Friday, March 31.

When asked about the success of Mountain Water and the new flavor additions, Hi-Wire Director of Sales Brian Laggis had this to say: “We had high hopes for Mountain Water when we released it in January 2022, and it exceeded our expectations, establishing itself as one of our best-selling brands. So we spent the better part of a year developing ‘The Bear Pack’ to give fans some exciting flavors to try and to allow us to position ourselves even better as a seltzer alternative.”

So what are you waiting for? Grab a six-pack of Mountain Wheat and ‘The Bear Pack’ and see for yourself what all the hype is about. When it’s Hi-Wire Brewing, you’re destined for good beer and good times!

About Hi-Wire Brewing

Hi-Wire Brewing is known for producing approachable and balanced lagers and ales, most notably Hi-Pitch Mosaic IPA, Lo-Pitch Hazy IPA, and Mountain Water Easy Drinking Ale, and it boasts an award-winning sour and wild ale program. Founded in Asheville, N.C. in 2013, Hi-Wire has locations in Asheville, Birmingham, Ala., Charlotte, N.C., Cincinnati (April 2023), Durham, N.C., Knoxville, Tenn., Louisville, Ky., Nashville, Tenn. (May 2023), and Wilmington, N.C. and is proud to pay a Living Wage to all of its employees. Hi-Wire Brewing’s Great American Beer Festival and World Beer Cup award-winning beers can be found on draft and in exclusively 16-ounce cans across North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Ohio, Kentucky, Alabama, Virginia, and Indiana. To learn more about the company, visit hiwirebrewing.com.

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