Founders All Day IPA 19.2OZ

Founders All Day IPA 19.2oz is a 4.7% ABV session IPA from Founders Brewing Co. in a large-format 19.2oz single-serve can, brewed with Simcoe and Amarillo hops. Recognized as America's number-one selling session IPA and a recipient of gold medals at both the 2014 Brussels Beer Challenge and the 2014 Australian International Beer Awards, this beer set the standard for the session IPA category.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.7%  |  IBU: 42  |  Origin: Grand Rapids, Michigan  |  Style: Session IPA  |  Brewery: Founders Brewing Co.

Production & Heritage

Founders Brewing Co. was established in 1997 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and grew into one of the most respected craft breweries in the United States. All Day IPA is brewed with a complex array of malts and grains alongside Simcoe and Amarillo hops — two varieties prized for their citrus, pine, and tropical aromatics. The recipe targets 42 IBUs, striking a deliberate balance between assertive hop flavor and the drinkability demanded by the session category. The 19.2oz "stovepipe" can format gives drinkers a full pint-plus serving in a single vessel, making it a popular choice at stadiums, outdoor venues, and anywhere draft lines aren't available.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Candied grapefruit leads, followed by resinous pine and a subtle caramel malt sweetness underneath. Floral and tropical notes emerge as the beer warms slightly in the glass.

Taste: The entry delivers bright grapefruit candy and a touch of caramel malt sweetness before Simcoe's piney, resinous hop character builds across the mid-palate. Bitterness is moderate and well-integrated, never harsh, landing cleanly at 42 IBUs. A faint tropical fruit quality from the Amarillo hops rounds out the profile.

Finish: The finish is clean and drying with an oily, round mouthfeel that belies the beer's light 4.7% body. Lingering pine resin and a whisper of citrus pith fade steadily.

How to Drink All Day IPA

Drink it cold, directly from the 19.2oz can or poured into a standard pint glass to appreciate its coppered gold color and thick khaki head. It also works as a surprisingly versatile ingredient in beer-forward drinks. A Michelada benefits from All Day's citrus hop notes playing against tomato, lime, and hot sauce. A Beer Margarita (topped with this IPA instead of a lager) gains tropical depth from the Amarillo hops. A simple Shandy — half All Day, half fresh lemonade — makes an ideal warm-weather refresher that stays well under 3% ABV.

Best For

• Extended drinking sessions at barbecues, tailgates, and outdoor gatherings where a full-strength IPA would be too heavy
• Stocking a cooler for a day at the ballpark or concert venue where the 19.2oz format is standard
• Introducing lighter-beer drinkers to hop-forward flavors without overwhelming bitterness
• Pairing with casual weeknight meals when you want IPA character but need to stay sharp

Frequently Asked Questions

What does All Day IPA taste like? All Day IPA leads with candied grapefruit and pine resin from its Simcoe and Amarillo hop bill, balanced by light caramel malt sweetness and a clean, drying finish at 42 IBUs.

How does All Day IPA compare to Bell's Two Hearted Ale? Both are iconic Michigan IPAs, but All Day IPA sits at 4.7% ABV — roughly two percentage points lower than Two Hearted's 7% — making it a lighter, more sessionable option with less malt body and a crisper finish. Two Hearted delivers a fuller, more intense Centennial hop character, while All Day prioritizes drinkability through its Simcoe and Amarillo blend.

Is All Day IPA good for beginners? Yes — its moderate 42 IBUs and lower 4.7% ABV make it one of the most approachable IPAs on the market, with enough hop character to demonstrate what the style is about without overwhelming bitterness.

Where is All Day IPA made? All Day IPA is brewed by Founders Brewing Co. at their facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan, a city widely regarded as one of America's top craft beer destinations.

What foods pair well with All Day IPA? Grilled chicken or fish tacos complement the citrus hop notes naturally. Spicy Thai or Indian dishes are tempered by the beer's moderate bitterness and carbonation. Sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheeses match the piney hop resin. Classic pub burgers work well against the caramel malt backbone. Fresh ceviche echoes the grapefruit and tropical character of the Amarillo hops.

What sizes does All Day IPA come in? Founders All Day IPA is widely available in 12oz cans (sold in 6-packs, 12-packs, and 15-packs), the 19.2oz single-serve stovepipe can, and on draft at many bars and restaurants.

Is All Day IPA worth the price? All Day IPA positions as a value-tier craft session IPA, and the 19.2oz format delivers more than a standard pint in a single can — strong volume for the price point within the craft beer segment.

Why All Day IPA?

All Day IPA essentially defined the American session IPA category and remains its top seller years after launch. The specific pairing of Simcoe and Amarillo hops at 42 IBUs solves a real brewing challenge: delivering recognizable IPA hop intensity at a sessionable 4.7% ABV without tasting watered-down. Its gold medals at the Brussels Beer Challenge and Australian International Beer Awards — plus a 2010 GABF Silver Medal in the session beer category — confirm that the formula holds up under international judging scrutiny. In the 19.2oz format, it delivers a generous single serving that has made it a staple at venues and events where full-flavor, lower-alcohol options are in demand.