Stone Brewing Re-Releases Fan Favorite Downunderstruck IPA

Stone Brewing in Escondido, California has brought back a fan favorite with the re-release of Stone Downunderstruck IPA. First brewed in 2015 as Stone 19th Anniversary Thunderstruck IPA, this beer captured the hearts of beer lovers with its massive flavors and all-Australian hop bill.

At the time, Australian hops were not as popular among US brewers, but Stone's team of brewers were always on the cutting edge of hop exploration. They experimented with then-newcomers like Ella and Vic Secret and discovered unique tropical and stone fruit hop characteristics, including papaya, pineapple, mango, and peach, as well as sturdy dankness.

The brewers then came up with an Australian all-star cast of hops, including Ella, Vic Secret, and Galaxy, to create a hop-heavy, high-alcohol beer that was an all-around memorable sensory experience. Stone Downunderstruck IPA features tropical fruit flavors, including papaya, mango, and pineapple, supported by pleasant malt and lingering bitterness. The aroma is unmatched, with a tropical bouquet balanced by peppery-herbal, hearty dankness.

“Stone 19th Anniversary Thunderstruck IPA was such a memorable beer because it showcased a particular hop region at a time when Australian hops weren’t a big focus of the US brewing world,” explained Jeremy Moynier, Stone Brewing Sr. Manager of Brewing & Innovation. “That concept of ‘terroir’ is really exemplified here. The flavor combination from these hops was really unique, and it still stands up today.”  

Stone Brewing's exploration of beer development is well-known among beer drinkers, and their latest Special Release, Stone Patio Magic IPA, was brewed with Sauvignon Blanc grape skin extract from New Zealand and experimental hops. Bringing back a classic beer that introduced many to the hop flavors of Australia, the spirit of exploration runs deep at Stone Brewing.

Stone Downunderstruck IPA is available in 12oz six-pack cans, 22oz bottles, and on draft nationwide, with a limited availability. Beer enthusiasts can find it at Find.Stonebrewing.com and online in select states at Shop.StoneBrewing.com. Don't miss out on this unforgettable beer experience!