Soul Mega Metropolis India Pale Ale, Washington D.C.

Soul Mega is Washington D.C.’s second-oldest Black-owned beer company — and Metropolis IPA is its first India Pale Ale and a landmark addition to its core lineup. A smooth, well-balanced American IPA brewed with Centennial and Mosaic hops, Metropolis bridges the bold bitterness of West Coast IPAs with the malt-forward character of Midwest and East Coast traditions. At 6% ABV, it delivers approachable strength with vibrant notes of apricot, stone fruit, and citrus. A beer built on a mission bigger than what’s in the can.

Beer Details & Tasting Notes

Tasting Notes: Vibrant aromas of apricot, stone fruit, and citrus. Smooth and well-balanced on the palate with a clean bitterness that nods to West Coast IPA tradition while honoring the malt-forward character of East Coast styles. Refreshing and flavorful at 6% ABV.

• Origin – Washington, D.C., USA
• Brewery – Soul Mega; Black-owned; co-founders Elliott Johnson and Jahi Reid; est. 2018, commercial launch 2019
• Style – American IPA
• Hops – Centennial and Mosaic
• ABV – 6.0%
• Format – 12 oz cans; available in Single Can, 6-Pack, 12-Pack, and 24-Pack

Food Pairing

The citrus hop character, stone fruit aromatics, and clean bitterness of Metropolis IPA make it a natural companion for bold, flavorful food. Pairs beautifully with grilled burgers, spicy chicken wings, and BBQ ribs. The apricot and citrus notes make it a wonderful match for fish tacos, grilled shrimp, and anything with a citrus glaze. Also excellent alongside sharp cheddar, aged gouda, and a well-loaded charcuterie board. A natural for game days, outdoor adventures, summer cookouts, and picnics.

Occasion

This is your go-to craft IPA for every occasion — from game days and backyard BBQs to outdoor adventures and casual gatherings. Approachable enough for the casual beer drinker, nuanced enough for the craft enthusiast, and meaningful enough to make every pour count. A standout choice for anyone who wants to support Black-owned excellence in American craft beer.

Brewery / Historical Notes

Soul Mega was founded in 2018 by Elliott Johnson and Jahi Reid, who transitioned from homebrewing enthusiasts to commercial brewers in 2019. Washington D.C.’s second-oldest Black-owned beer company, Soul Mega has built its brand around a commitment to inclusion, creativity, and community impact — making craft beer accessible and engaging, especially for communities often overlooked in the craft beer scene. The vibrant label for Metropolis IPA was created by renowned D.C. mural artist Juan “Criomatic” Pineda, whose urban-contemporary style reflects the beer’s dynamic identity and cultural storytelling. In the words of co-founders Elliott Johnson and Jahi Reid: “Soul Mega began with a shared curiosity. The belief that beer could spark connection and elevate culture. What started with pouring for friends and neighbors grew into pop-ups, then into Soul Mega’s 2018 incorporation and commercial launch in 2019. From day one, the mission has been bigger than beer. We create craft-beer experiences that feel expressive, inclusive, and rooted in culture — especially for communities of color long left out of the craft-beer world. Soul Mega isn’t just what’s in the can. It’s a catalyst for greatness, connection, and the shared experience of rising together.”

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