Coronado Brewing Launches Hazy Weekend IPA, Completing 3-Day Weekend Series

Coronado Brewing Company continues to expand its lineup with a new addition to its popular Weekend Brand Family, reflecting the brewery’s focus on innovation and approachable craft beers. The launch marks a strategic step in strengthening its year-round portfolio while connecting with modern IPA drinkers. As the company looks ahead, this move underscores its commitment to growth, brand cohesion, and creating beers designed for a variety of occasions.

Building on a year of continued momentum, Coronado Brewing Company recently announced the launch of Hazy Weekend IPA, the newest year-round addition to its top-performing Weekend Brand Family.

Launching in January 2026 in 16oz 6-pack cans and draft, Hazy Weekend completes the brand’s evolution into a cohesive “3-Day Weekend” series, joining flagship Weekend Vibes IPA and its bold counterpart BIG Weekend Double IPA.

Brewed with Simcoe, Centennial, and Citra hops and supported by a smooth malt bill of 2-Row, rolled oats, and unmalted white wheat, Hazy Weekend IPA delivers a soft, juicy haze at 6.5% ABV—designed for modern IPA drinkers who want bright flavor, approachability, and a laid-back coastal experience.

The launch comes on the heels of a strong year for Coronado Brewing. In 2025, the company’s total dollar shipments grew 6.4%, with the Weekend Brand Family accounting for 47% of total shipments. The brand family itself grew 8% year-over-year, led by Weekend Vibes IPA (+5.9%), now celebrating seven consecutive years of growth since its 2018 launch, and BIG Weekend Double IPA (+17.5%), which debuted in mid-2023.

“The success of Weekend Vibes and BIG Weekend made it clear that this brand family had room to grow in a meaningful way,” said Rick Chapman, owner of Coronado Brewing Company. “Hazy Weekend completes that vision. It gives our fans another reason to reach for a Weekend beer, whether it’s a Friday afternoon or a Monday that feels like it should be one.”

Introducing the 3-Day Weekend

With the addition of Hazy Weekend, Coronado officially introduces the 3-Day Weekend Series; a strategic portfolio designed to meet drinkers across multiple IPA preferences while maintaining a unified brand identity. Hazy Weekend will be line-priced with the rest of the Weekend Brand Family and is expected to roll out broadly across CBC’s distribution footprint, including many top chain retail partners.

“Our Weekend Brand Family has become the backbone of our business,” said Clinton Smith, COO of Coronado Brewing Company. “Nearly half of our shipments now come from these beers, and the introduction of Hazy Weekend allows us to capture even more occasions while keeping the lineup simple, recognizable, and strong at retail and on-premise.”

Continued Portfolio Strength

Beyond the Weekend Brand Family, Coronado Brewing’s core beer portfolio represented 85% of total revenue in 2025 and grew 4.3%, underscoring the company’s focus on scalable, year-round brands. Overall depletions increased across both channels, with off-premise up 3.5% and on-premise up 7.1%.

Salty Crew Blonde Ale experienced its first year with slight declines after 4 years of exponential growth, due in part to chain impacts following a 12-pack price increase. It continued to perform strongly on-premise, growing 1.5% in on-premise depletions and remaining the company’s #1 overall draft brand, particularly in California. Coronado Hard Cider also remained a key growth engine in 2025, with shipments increasing 25.1%, driven largely by a strategic focus on draft distribution to encourage trial and reach new consumers.

Built for the Future

As Coronado Brewing heads into 2026—its 30th anniversary year—the company remains focused on celebrating its roots while adapting to an evolving and challenging craft beer landscape. “As we approach 30 years, it’s important for us to honor where we came from while continuing to innovate,” said Aidan Kennedy, Marketing Director at Coronado Brewing Company. “Hazy Weekend is a great example of that balance—modern, approachable, and still unmistakably Coronado.”

Availability

Hazy Weekend IPA will be available year-round beginning Q1 2026 at Coronado Brewing’s tasting rooms and through its distribution partners across California and beyond. Additional markets will follow throughout the year.

Hazy Weekend Hazy IPA Specs

Soft, smooth, & refreshingly easygoing, Hazy Weekend is your escape into relaxation. Brewed with a lush mix of tropical hops, this Hazy IPA pours cloudy with waves of citrus and pineapple. It’s the perfect balance of mellow haze and vibrancy. Here’s to taking it slow – let’s make it a Hazy Weekend.

• ABV:              6.5%
• IBU:                 65
• Malt:               2 Row, Rolled Oats, and Unmated White Wheat
• Hops:             Simcoe, Centennial, and Citra
• Dry Hops:       Simcoe, Centennial, and Citra
• Package:         16oz can six-packs, Draft
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