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Hi-Wire Lager by Hi-Wire Brewing Big Top Production Facility
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Hi-Wire Lager

American Lager by Hi-Wire Brewing Big Top Production Facility, Asheville, NC

ABV
4.6%
IBU
22
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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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  • Brewery site

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