The long, strange trip continues with our brand-NEW Grateful Dead Citrus Daydream Lager 

Some trips are long, some are strange, and some are so good, you can’t help but keep 'em going! After reuniting with the Grateful Dead last year to release Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale, we couldn’t resist keeping the journey rolling. This year, we’re beyond excited to collaborate once again on our fifth Dogfish Head x Grateful Dead beer.

Meet Grateful Dead Citrus Daydream Lager, our brand‑NEW collaborative brew inspired by creativity, exploration and the joy of following curiosity wherever it leads.

A daydream, brewed bright

Clocking in at 5.3% ABV, Grateful Dead Citrus Daydream Lager is an adventurous American Lager brewed with Fonio grains and rice, then lifted with the sunny goodness of lemongrass, lime and lemon peel. It’s gently hopped for a splash of citrus and a soft blossom of floral aroma, creating a crisp, clean and refreshing beer that feels light on its feet but full of character.

And the good vibes with this brew don’t stop at flavor. Fonio is an ancient West African grain that’s naturally drought‑resistant and fast‑growing, requiring fewer resources than many traditional grains. It’s a small ingredient with a big impact ... bringing subtle, delicate notes to Grateful Dead Citrus Daydream Lager while supporting more sustainable brewing practices along the way.

In other words, this is a beer where bright flavor and thoughtful brewing go hand in hand. Light, crisp and endlessly refreshing, Grateful Dead Citrus Daydream Lager is made for moments when your mind starts to wander and your schedule suddenly opens up ... proof that small, intentional ingredients can lead to big, feel‑good daydreams.

Introducing the Daydream Playbook

This beer was brewed for wandering minds and joyful detours. To carry that spirit beyond the can, we created the Daydream Playbook, an online space that invites you to crack a beer, loosen the schedule and let curiosity take the lead.

Whether it sparks a creative detour, a fresh perspective or a well‑earned pause, the Daydream Playbook is a reminder that some of the best ideas (and moments) happen when you give yourself permission to drift.  

A long, strange (and delicious) trip

Our collaboration with Grateful Dead stretches back more than a decade, beginning in 2013 with the release of American Beauty and continuing through multiple re‑releases, evolutions and creative experiments over the years. Each chapter has built on the last, fueled by mutual respect, shared values and a belief that art, whether brewed, played or painted, should invite people in. Grateful Dead Citrus Daydream Lager is the latest stop on that journey.

This goodness is swimming to shelves nationwide in 6‑pack / 12‑oz cans as we speak ... er, type!, and will be available coast-to-coast beginning Mar. 2026. You can grab both of our Grateful Dead collaborative brews, Juicy Pale Ale and Citrus Daydream Lager, at your favorite local retailer or use our Fish Finder to track them down near you.  

So go on and crack a can, take a sip and let your mind wander a little.