Hop Butcher Hoppy Friday 4Pk

Hop Butcher Hoppy Friday 4Pk is a hazy Double IPA from Hop Butcher For The World, brewed at 7.5% ABV and sold in a four-pack of 16 oz cans. Dry-hopped with a triple threat of Mosaic, Strata, and Citra, this weekly release carries a strong 4.19 out of 5.0 rating on Untappd across more than 2,000 check-ins — a reliable signal of consistent quality from one of Chicago's most sought-after haze producers.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.5%  |  Origin: Bedford Park, Illinois  |  Style: Double IPA (Imperial IPA)  |  Brewery: Hop Butcher For The World

Production & Heritage

Hop Butcher For The World operates out of Bedford Park, a suburb just southwest of Chicago, and has built a cult following on the strength of its rotating hop-forward releases. The brewery's philosophy centers on aggressive dry-hopping across multiple stages of the brewing process, pushing hop character to the foreground while keeping the underlying malt structure balanced. Hoppy Friday specifically showcases Mosaic, Strata, and Citra — three hops prized for their layered tropical and citrus aromatics — in a soft, hazy Double IPA format that sits at a sessionable-for-the-style 7.5% ABV.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Dank citrus peel leads, followed by ripe mango and a resinous pine undertone. The Strata contribution adds a faint passionfruit and cannabis-like dankness that deepens with each sip.

Taste: The entry is bright and semi-sweet, with a citrus-forward malt base that gives way to juicy pineapple and mango at mid-palate. Bitterness is present but measured, never overriding the tropical fruit character, and a gentle sweetness lingers through the back end.

Finish: Medium in length with a soft, pillowy mouthfeel and moderate carbonation that keeps it lively. Residual sweetness and a whisper of grapefruit rind close things out cleanly.

How to Drink Hoppy Friday

Pour straight into a tulip glass or wide-mouthed IPA glass at around 40–45°F to let the hop aromatics open fully; drinking from the can mutes much of the nose. This is a beer built for drinking fresh and on its own, but it also works in a Beermosa — swapping out standard lager for Hoppy Friday adds tropical depth to the brunch classic. A beer-based Michelada benefits from its citrus intensity, and a Hop Shandy made with fresh lemonade becomes an excellent warm-weather serve.

Best For

• Friday evening wind-down sessions with fellow hop enthusiasts
• Bringing to a craft-beer-focused bottle share or tasting lineup
• Gifting to a hazy IPA collector who tracks limited Midwest releases
• Pairing alongside a backyard cookout spread of grilled meats and spicy sides

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hoppy Friday taste like? Hoppy Friday delivers bright, semi-sweet citrus up front followed by juicy pineapple and mango, with a dank, resinous quality from the Mosaic and Strata hops. The finish is soft with lingering sweetness and moderate bitterness.

How does Hoppy Friday compare to Other Half All Citra Everything? Both are hazy Double IPAs with intense tropical hop character, but All Citra Everything is a single-hop showcase while Hoppy Friday blends three varieties — Mosaic, Strata, and Citra — for a more layered, dank aromatic profile. Hoppy Friday also tends to land slightly lower in ABV than many Other Half imperials.

Is Hoppy Friday good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — the balanced sweetness, moderate 7.5% ABV, and soft body make it one of the more approachable Double IPAs to drink without food or mixers. Pouring into a proper glass significantly improves the aromatic experience.

Where is Hoppy Friday made? Hoppy Friday is brewed by Hop Butcher For The World in Bedford Park, Illinois, a suburb located just outside Chicago. The brewery specializes in hop-forward ales and regularly rotates its lineup with new hop combinations.

What foods pair well with Hoppy Friday? Spicy Thai or Mexican cuisine matches well, as the citrus sweetness tempers heat. Grilled chicken with a mango salsa echoes the beer's tropical notes. Sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese provides a savory counterpoint. Fish tacos with lime crema complement the bright citrus character. Even a rich, tangy key lime pie works as a dessert pairing.

What sizes does Hoppy Friday come in? Hoppy Friday is available in a four-pack of 16 oz cans, the standard format for Hop Butcher's rotating releases.

Is Hoppy Friday worth the price? Hoppy Friday positions as a premium craft Double IPA and is priced in line with other top-tier hazy IPAs from respected independent breweries. Its high Untappd rating and the quality of the hop bill — Mosaic, Strata, and Citra — represent strong value within the category.

Why Hoppy Friday?

Hop Butcher has earned its reputation by doing one thing exceptionally well: extracting maximum flavor and aroma from premium hops without letting bitterness or sweetness tip the scales. Hoppy Friday exemplifies that discipline — the Mosaic-Strata-Citra combination produces a dank, tropical, citrus-driven beer that stays balanced and drinkable at 7.5% ABV. A 4.19 Untappd average across more than 2,000 ratings confirms it resonates well beyond the Chicago metro area. For anyone serious about hazy IPAs, this is a Midwest benchmark worth tracking down while it's fresh.