Iconic American brewer launches beer so strong it's banned in 15 states: What to know

There's a beer on the market so strong it rivals cocktails — and it's illegal in parts of the U.S.

Earlier in the fall, Samuel Adams announced the release of its Utopias 2025, a "barrel-aged extreme beer" that packs an impressive 30% alcohol by volume (ABV).

"Utopias 2025 is one of the strongest beers ever brewed, and as a result, is illegal in 15 states," the release said.

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The banned states are Alabama...