Dogfish Head Partners with Grateful Dead on the new Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale
One of American’s most iconic bands, Grateful Dead, has returned to the beer scene with a new collaboration from Dogfish Head Craft Brewery. For its new collaboration, the two have just released Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale as it’ll surely put a smile on Deadheads everywhere. This new beer joins the brewery’s year-round lineup in 6-pack, 12 ounce cans and on draft!
Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale is brewed with Kernza perennial grains from The Land Institute, a Kansas-based nonprofit transforming agriculture with perennial grain crops that enhance farmer resilience while addressing ecological challenges. Its use of Kernza is utilized in addition to granola and heaps of good karma for a refreshing, light-bodied beer that will leave drinkers with nothin’ left to do but smile, smile, smile. The addition of El Dorado and Azacca hops brings waves of tropical pineapple, mango, and passion fruit notes for a vibrant tapestry of alluring aromas and flavors that just keeps truckin’ sip after refreshing sip. Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale arrives at a manageable 5.3% ABV.
“As a beer geek with a music problem, few things in life are as sensorially sensational as enjoying a great beer while simultaneously listening to some great music,” said Dogfish Head Founder & Brewer, Sam Calagione. “In 2025, Dogfish Head is turning 30, and my favorite band of all time, Grateful Dead, is celebrating its 60th anniversary. I’m so proud of the broad appeal of this lovely new beer that’s now making its way to Dead Heads and Hop Heads of all shapes and sizes. With its layered, nuanced flavors of tropical hops complemented by its malty body, our Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale is as compelling and joyful as the band’s music itself.”
A partnership built to last, Dogfish Head and Grateful Dead began their more-than-a-decade-long collaboration in 2013, with the release of American Beauty in 750ml bottles. Perpetuating a ripple effect, this imperial pale ale brewed with organic almond honey and granola was re-released in 2014 and 2015, each year with different Grateful Dead-themed artwork. Then, in 2018, American Beauty debuted in 12oz bottles, followed by the launch of American Beauty Hazy Ripple IPA in 12oz cans, in 2019.
After American Beauty Hazy Ripple IPA, most fans believed Dogfish Head and Grateful Dead said fare thee well to their partnership, but don’t you worry anymore – this duo’s golden road continues in 2025, with Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale. “And it’s our best track yet,” adds Sam.
“The collaboration between Grateful Dead and Dogfish Head has been a natural fit for years, and we couldn’t be more excited to launch this latest offering. Both Dogfish and The Dead value creativity, community, and the spirit of exploration,” said David Lemieux, Grateful Dead Archivist & Legacy Manager. “This beer is not just a delicious addition to your craft beer selection; it is a celebration of the shared passion for innovation that defines both Dogfish Head and Grateful Dead’s journeys.”
Celebrate Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale with Dogfish Head & Grateful Dead – March 12
If you find yourself in the New York area in early March, celebrate the launch of Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale with Dogfish Head and Grateful Dead at Brooklyn Bowl’s New York location in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Taking place on Wednesday, March 12, the festivities will include a live performance by beloved Grateful Dead cover band, Bushwick’s Dead. Tickets are required and can be purchased at www.brooklynbowl.com/brooklyn.
Dogfish Head X Grateful Dead Merchandise
In addition to the beer itself, Dogfish Head has created some great looking gear to go with the new Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale beer. The beer’s logo can now be found in a unique run of merchandise to show off your inner Deadhead. There’s everything from a ball cap to t-shirt to bandana to canvas tote bag to an adult onesie and more, each featuring the sweet new Steal Your Face logo enshrined with the Dogfish Head logo in the skull. To purchase any of these amazing items all at affordable pricing, click here!
If you’re not sure where to find Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale, you just gotta poke around Dogfish Head’s Fish Finder to track some down. For more information about Dogfish Head and Grateful Dead, please visit www.dogfish.com and www.dead.net, respectfully.
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DJ
D.J. is a Portland, Oregon based writer that spent his formative years in the Midwest. With over 25 years under his belt of drinking beer at festivals across America and the world, he has developed a strong appreciation and understanding of craft beer and the industry that surrounds it. He can be found in any of the great breweries or beer bars that make Portland the best beer city in the world. His writing can also be found in the archives of Northwest Brewing News and can be followed on Twitter and Instagram at @hopapalooza.
Where ,and how much does it cost
The beer was just released and may take a few weeks to get to distributors across the country. I would suggest using the link in the article to utilize the Dogfish Head beer finder. Though currently this beer is not listed but I would hope the brewery will have it listed in the coming days.
Can I get a 6 pack mailed to my apartment??? And how much a 6 pack please???
I would suggest using the brewery’s Fish Finder vis https://www.dogfish.com/brewery/fishfinder.