As warmer weather and longer days fill the calendar, beer drinkers thirst for a beverage that shakes up the status quo. There will always be a place for a sessionable beer that goes down easy. Sometimes, one big beer that packs a punch is the drink that makes an impression in the best way possible. Shock Top High Voltage is that beer.
Over the years, Shock Top has become that popular, go-to beer for any and all occasions. From backyard barbecues to leisurely sports watching afternoons, the Belgium Wheat beer, usually served with an orange, is approachable. Whether drunk on its own or paired with various food options, people happily tilt back another pint.
While Shock Top is always refreshing, beer trends ebb and flow. Although some cocktail drinkers lean towards lower ABVs and lighter refreshers, beer takes a different direction. Bold, bigger and hoppier brews appeal to the person who wants to slowly sip one beer and be done.
Shock Top High Voltage is that beer. Coming in at 9.6% ABV in a 19.6 ounce can, this double wheat beer demands attention.
According to Jacob Neilson, Senior Brand Manager at Shock Top, “We didn’t set out to make just another beer – we set out to make a beer that feels as fun and full of energy as the people who drink it. High Voltage is our response to the fans – designed to show up wherever the energy is high and the night is just getting started, for a community that is spontaneous, social and always chasing what’s next.”
What Can Beer Drinkers Expect from Shock Top High Voltage?
Like other Shock Top beers, citrus is the predominant flavor. Since this beer has a higher ABV, it is smart for the brand to amplify the citrus notes. It is bright, zesty and definitely orange forward.
At the same time, there is a hint of sweetness. Never cloying, it is just enough of a candy note to add some depth. It plays well off the wheat beer.
Overall, the beer is easy drinking, even for a higher ABV. Overall, there is a smoothness and a long finish that makes it quite an enjoyable option for a warm, sunny day.
Shock Top High Voltage begins to rollout in stores nationwide starting May 2026. The suggested retail price is $2.99 for a 19.6 ounce can.
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