Sunshine State Tropical IPA
Never Back Down
When giving up is off the table.
Sunshine State Tropical IPA is celebrated for its bold tropical flavors, featuring juicy mango and ripe peach notes, complemented by the floral, fruity aroma of BRU-1 and Zamba hops. Its balanced bitterness and full-bodied profile are often compared to traditional craft IPAs, delivering a satisfying and refreshing experience. Recognized with a Silver Medal at the 2023 Best of Craft Beer Awards, it’s a standout choice for beer lovers seeking exceptional flavor.
HOPS
Sabro, El Dorado
MALTS
barley, oats
PROFILE
mango, peach
Nutrition
Ingredients
102
calories
23g
carbs
1.5g
fat
16.7g
sugar
0.4g
fiber
19 ppm
gluten
0.3%
abv
Who Inspired this Beer?
Sara Fix is a powerhouse. A mother of three, a small business owner, and a woman who’s navigated life’s highs and lows—all while completing 28 Ironman races across the globe. In 2015 and 2016, she ranked 7th at the Ironman World Championships in Kona and earned an All-American Top 10 ranking.
Then, in 2021, her world flipped upside down.
While competing in the Augusta Ironman, Sara felt winded during the swim, each stroke harder than the last. A medic pulled her from the water, marking her first-ever DNF (Did Not Finish). Still not feeling right weeks later, she visited her doctor. Tests revealed the unthinkable: stage three cancer. Immediate surgery was required, and her training days seemed over.
After a grueling 12-hour surgery, months of chemo, and other treatments, Sara sank into depression—until one pivotal phone call. A conversation with an old friend about mindset and happiness sparked something in her. Sara made a decision: she refused to let a label define her.
“I just flipped a switch in my brain,” she said, “and focused on what I could control.”
That shift brought her back to training. In late 2022, Sara defied the odds, completing and placing in the Florida Ironman—all while still battling cancer.
Inspired by her grit, determination, and the mindset shift she embraced in the Sunshine State, we named one of our most popular beers after her. Our Tropical IPA, "Sunshine State," is a toast to Sara’s badassery and the power of perseverance. We couldn’t be more proud to share it with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sunshine State Tropical IPA is a non-alcoholic IPA crafted by Go Brewing at our independent facility in Naperville, Illinois. It captures bright, sun-soaked flavors of pineapple, mango, and peach with under 0.5 % ABV for a truly refreshing IPA experience.
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We use Sabro and El Dorado hops for tropical fruit character and a touch of lactose for smooth body and balance. The result is a soft, fruity IPA that feels like summer in a can.
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Drinkers describe it as juicy, tropical, and incredibly refreshing with notes of mango, pineapple, and peach. It’s smooth and balanced without being too sweet—your go-to beer for warm days or post-workouts.
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We use Go Brewing’s proprietary brewing process to naturally produce a full-flavored beer that stays under 0.5 % ABV without dealcoholization or dilution. That’s how we keep all the aroma and tropical hop character intact.
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Yes. Sunshine State Tropical IPA earned a Silver Medal at the 2023 Best of Craft Beer Awards in the Non-Alcoholic category, recognizing its exceptional tropical flavor and craft quality.
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You can order it directly from GoBrewing.com, pick it up at our Naperville taproom, or find it at major retailers including Kroger, Whole Foods, H-E-B, and Costco across the U.S.
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No. It contains barley and wheat and therefore is not gluten-free, though testing shows levels under 20 ppm, qualifying it as low-gluten.
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Each 12-oz can contains approximately 68 calories and 13 grams of carbohydrates, making it a lighter option with full tropical flavor.
