
Hi-Wire Lager
American Lager by Hi-Wire Brewing Big Top Production Facility, Asheville, NC
- ABV
- 4.6%
- IBU
- 22
- Community
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The first beer the brewery made, in 2013. A light, true American lager with Pilsen malt and German hops. It won silver in the International-Style Pilsener category at the 2025 World Beer Cup and the 2026 Great American Beer Festival.
Where to get it
Sold in NC, SC, TN, OH, KY, GA, AL, VA.
- At the taproom
- Bars and restaurants
- Bottle shops
- Grocery stores
- Beer distributors
- Online orders
Flagships come in 6-packs of 16 ounce cans, select 12-packs, select 19.2 ounce cans and on draft. In North Carolina the beer is sold in grocery stores and bottle shops, and on draft at restaurants and the Hi-Wire taprooms. State ABC stores sell liquor only, so look for beer in grocery stores and bottle shops. The Find Our Beer page links to a locator for the nearest store. The online shop says it ships beer to 42 states.
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Aroma
Light grain and a floral hop note.
Appearance
Bright gold and clear.
Taste
Crisp malt and a clean hop snap, with a dry finish.
Overall
A well made light lager that goes with pizza and fries.
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