Samuel Adams

Boston-based Samuel Adams just released its strongest beer ever, with a 30% alcohol by volume. It's so strong, in fact, that it's illegal in 15 states.

Utopias has always been the brewer's strongest beer, but this year's version of the barrel-aged extreme beer has the highest ABV ever, according to founder and brewer Jim Koch.

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“When we first began the Utopias journey over thirty years ago, we set out to explore the limits of what beer could be,” Koch said in a statement. “Reaching 30% ABV is a remarkable milestone for Utopias—not for the number itself, but for what it represents: the relentless pursuit of craft without compromise. Every vintage, barrel, and bottle reflects decades of exper

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