Mass riot named #1 ipa in the country - 10 years ago this week

When Paste Magazine named Mass Riot IPA the #1 IPA in America, it was a defining moment for Prison City Brewing. What started as a small brewery in Auburn, New York suddenly found itself on the national craft beer map, with beer lovers traveling from across the country to experience the IPA that put us on the radar. That recognition helped launch Prison City into its next chapter and continues to be a milestone we're incredibly proud of. This week's CSA celebrates that journey with a commemorative 247 ➝ 1 glass and a special mixed 4-pack featuring Mass Riot, Mango Mass, Hyperboost Mass, and Black Mass—four unique expressions of the beer that changed everything for us. We hope you enjoy tasting each variation and celebrating the legacy of our #1 beer … Mass Riot!

Mass Riot IPA • 6.8% ABV

The beer that started it all. Mass Riot is our flagship New England IPA, built around an iconic combination of Simcoe, Citra, and Mosaic hops. Expect layers of juicy citrus, ripe peach, mango, and tropical fruit wrapped in a soft, pillowy body with a smooth finish—the beer that put Prison City Brewing on the national map.

Mango Mass • 7.2% ABV

A tropical spin on our flagship, Mango Mass blends real mango character with the bright citrus and stone fruit notes of Mass Riot. The result is a lush, fruit-forward IPA that enhances the original's juicy hop profile while finishing clean and refreshing.

HyperBoost Mass Riot • 6.8% ABV

This limited variation takes Mass Riot to the next level with concentrated Citra and Mosaic hop oils, creating an explosion of aroma and flavor. Bursting with notes of mango, papaya, peach, and citrus, HyperBoost delivers even bigger hop expression while maintaining the soft, drinkable character that defines Mass Riot.

Black Mass • 6.8% ABV

A dark interpretation of this mass ipa, Black Mass layers subtle roasted malt, cocoa, and toasted bread over the juicy citrus and tropical hop character of Mass Riot. Rich in color but remarkably smooth, it showcases how bold hops and dark malts can work together in perfect balance.