Three Floyds Deluxe Lager 6Pk

Three Floyds Deluxe Lager 6Pk is a 4.5% ABV American adjunct lager brewed with Indiana corn grits, sold in a six-pack of 12 oz cans. Scored 86 on BeerAdvocate and rated 3.7 out of 5 on Untappd with over 6,200 ratings, this lighter-style premium lager has earned a loyal following for its approachable yet distinctly flavorful character.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.5%  |  Origin: Munster, Indiana, USA  |  Style: American Adjunct Lager  |  Brewery: Three Floyds Brewing

Production & Heritage

Three Floyds Brewing, based in Munster, Indiana, has built a reputation as one of the Midwest's most respected craft breweries since its founding in 1996 by Nick Floyd and his family. Deluxe Lager uses Indiana-grown corn grits as its defining adjunct — a deliberate nod to the brewery's regional roots that separates it from mass-market American lagers and imported alternatives. The result is a clean, lighter-bodied lager with more depth and sweetness than typical adjunct styles, brewed with the craft sensibility Three Floyds applies across its full lineup.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Sweet creamy corn leads, followed by light pale crackery malt and a faint dusting of floral, grassy hops. Subtle candied orchard fruit — apple, pear, and a whisper of apricot — rounds out the nose.

Taste: The entry is soft and grain-forward, with a pronounced creamy corn sweetness and biscuity malt backbone. Mid-palate brings mild lemony-orange citrus and a hint of sugary sweetness that keeps the beer remarkably flavorful for its weight. A gentle herbal hop bitterness arrives late, balancing the malt without sharpness.

Finish: Clean and brisk, with lingering cracker malt and a trace of lemon zest. The finish is dry enough to reset the palate quickly, encouraging another sip.

How to Drink Deluxe Lager

Serve cold — around 38–42°F — in a pilsner glass or straight from the can. This is a beer built for easy, uninterrupted drinking. It works well as a base for a Michelada, where its corn sweetness and citrus notes complement tomato juice and hot sauce. A Beer Margarita (lager, tequila, lime) pairs naturally with its cerveza-like profile. It also holds up in a simple Shandy with fresh lemonade, where the biscuity malt and mild sweetness add body.

Best For

• Backyard cookouts and warm-weather gatherings where sessionability matters
• Craft beer drinkers seeking a premium alternative to mass-market lagers
• Pairing with tacos, grilled meats, or casual Tex-Mex spreads
• Introducing hop-averse friends to a craft brewery's lighter side

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Deluxe Lager taste like? Deluxe Lager delivers sweet creamy corn and biscuity cracker malt up front, with mild lemon citrus, candied orchard fruit, and a light herbal hop bitterness that keeps the finish clean and refreshing.

How does Deluxe Lager compare to Mexican lagers? Drinkers frequently note that Deluxe Lager tastes similar to a Mexican-style cerveza but without the heavy saltiness, thanks to its Indiana corn grit base providing a sweeter, creamier grain character. Both share easy-drinking crispness, but Deluxe Lager leans more toward biscuity malt and orchard fruit.

Is Deluxe Lager good for casual drinking? At 4.5% ABV with a clean, approachable flavor profile, Deluxe Lager is built for sessionable, casual drinking — it rewards pace rather than analysis.

Where is Deluxe Lager made? Deluxe Lager is brewed by Three Floyds Brewing in Munster, Indiana, a craft brewery founded in 1996 in the northwest corner of the state, near Chicago.

What foods pair well with Deluxe Lager? Grilled bratwursts and hot dogs match the malt sweetness stride for stride. Fish tacos complement the beer's citrus notes and light body. Elote (Mexican street corn) echoes the corn-forward flavor. Mild cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese bridges the creamy grain character. Fried chicken benefits from the beer's crisp, palate-cleansing carbonation.

What sizes does Deluxe Lager come in? Deluxe Lager is commonly available in six-packs of 12 oz cans.

Is Deluxe Lager worth the price? Deluxe Lager positions as an accessible, everyday craft lager — priced within the craft six-pack tier yet delivering noticeably more flavor and character than mainstream adjunct lagers, making it strong value for drinkers who want craft quality in a lighter style.

Why Deluxe Lager?

The use of locally sourced Indiana corn grits is not a marketing afterthought — it is the defining production choice that gives Deluxe Lager its creamy sweetness and separates it from both industrial American lagers and the flood of imported cervezas crowding the same shelf. An 86 on BeerAdvocate confirms that craft-focused drinkers recognize the difference. Three Floyds, a brewery better known for aggressive IPAs and barrel-aged stouts, proves with Deluxe Lager that restraint and regionality can be just as compelling. For anyone who wants a lighter beer that actually tastes like something, this is one of the Midwest's strongest answers.