Whiner Hell Kitty Kitty 6Pk

Whiner Hell Kitty Kitty 6Pk is a dry-hopped Belgian-style pale ale brewed at 7.0% ABV, sold in a six-pack format from Chicago's Whiner Beer Company. Scoring 86/100 on BeerAdvocate, this Belgian-American hybrid stands out for its expressive hop character layered over classic Belgian yeast spiciness.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.0%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois  |  Style: Dry-Hopped Belgian Pale Ale  |  IBU: 35  |  Brewery: Whiner Beer Company

Production & Heritage

Whiner Beer Company operates out of Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood and has built a reputation around Belgian-inspired brewing with an American craft sensibility. Hell Kitty Kitty is fermented with Bastogne Belgian Ale yeast, which drives the signature spicy, fruity ester profile, then dry-hopped with a trio of Zythos, Sterling, and Hallertau Perle hops. This combination of a traditional Belgian yeast strain with American and European hop varieties at 35 IBU creates a bridge between Old World and New World pale ale traditions—restrained enough for Belgian purists, aromatic enough for hop-forward drinkers.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Passion fruit and citrus lead immediately, followed by cantaloupe and grapefruit. A subtle resinous pine note from the dry-hopping rounds out the nose with herbal depth.

Taste: The entry is juicy and fruit-forward, with grapefruit and orange dominating the early palate. Mid-palate, Belgian candy malt sweetness surfaces briefly before a pronounced spiciness from the Bastogne yeast kicks in halfway through and builds steadily toward the back end. The hop bitterness at 35 IBU keeps the sweetness in check without turning aggressive.

Finish: Semi-dry with moderate body and mild carbonation. Pine-touched resinous hops and lingering spice carry through to a clean, balanced close.

How to Drink Hell Kitty Kitty

Pour into a tulip glass or Belgian chalice at 45–50°F to let the aromatic hop oils and Belgian yeast esters open fully. At 7.0% ABV, this drinks comfortably on its own without becoming heavy.

• Belgian Michelada: The citrus aromatics and spicy yeast character complement hot sauce and lime in a savory beer cocktail.
• Shandy variation: Cut with fresh grapefruit juice to amplify the existing citrus notes while lowering the ABV for longer sessions.
• Beer cocktail with Aperol: A small float of Aperol plays off the bitter orange and pine hop notes without overwhelming the Belgian backbone.

Best For

• Backyard gatherings where guests appreciate craft beer with real complexity
• Introducing Belgian-style ales to drinkers who favor American hoppy styles
• Pairing with a weekend charcuterie spread or cookout menu
• Building a mixed six-pack sampler of Belgian-American hybrid ales

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hell Kitty Kitty taste like? Hell Kitty Kitty delivers prominent grapefruit, passion fruit, and orange flavors up front, transitioning into a spicy Belgian yeast character with pine and resinous hops on the finish. The overall impression is juicy and moderately bitter with a semi-dry, clean close.

How does Hell Kitty Kitty compare to Westmalle Tripel? Westmalle Tripel is a stronger (9.5% ABV) abbey-style tripel with deeper malt complexity and a drier, more austere finish, while Hell Kitty Kitty sits at 7.0% ABV with significantly more hop-driven citrus and tropical fruit character from its American-style dry-hopping. Hell Kitty Kitty is more accessible for hop-forward craft drinkers, whereas Westmalle leans fully into traditional Belgian restraint.

Is Hell Kitty Kitty good for sipping on its own? Yes—at 7.0% ABV with balanced bitterness and complex yeast-driven aromatics, it rewards slow drinking from a proper glass. The interplay between fruity hops and spicy Belgian esters gives it enough depth to hold attention across a full pour.

Where is Hell Kitty Kitty made? Hell Kitty Kitty is brewed by Whiner Beer Company in Chicago, Illinois. The brewery is located in the city's Back of the Yards neighborhood and specializes in Belgian-inspired ales.

What foods pair well with Hell Kitty Kitty? Grilled sausages work well, as the spicy yeast and hop bitterness cut through the fat. Soft-ripened cheeses like Brie complement the fruity esters. Thai green curry matches the citrus and spice profile. A simple roasted chicken with herbs mirrors the herbal hop notes. Fresh fruit tarts echo the passion fruit and grapefruit aromatics.

What sizes does Hell Kitty Kitty come in? Hell Kitty Kitty is available in a standard six-pack format of 12 oz cans or bottles.

Is Hell Kitty Kitty worth the price? Hell Kitty Kitty positions as a mid-range craft six-pack, and its 86/100 BeerAdvocate score alongside genuine complexity from the Belgian yeast and triple-hop dry-hopping make it a strong value within the Belgian-style pale ale category.

Why Hell Kitty Kitty?

What separates Hell Kitty Kitty from the crowded Belgian pale ale field is Whiner's deliberate fusion of Bastogne Belgian Ale yeast with a dry-hopping regimen built around Zythos, Sterling, and Hallertau Perle—a blend that pulls tropical fruit and citrus from the American craft playbook while preserving authentic Belgian spice and ester complexity. At 35 IBU, the bitterness stays calibrated rather than overwhelming, letting the yeast character share the stage equally with the hops. The 7.0% ABV hits a sweet spot: strong enough to carry real flavor density, moderate enough for more than one glass. For drinkers who find traditional Belgian pales too restrained or American IPAs too one-dimensional, Hell Kitty Kitty occupies genuinely useful middle ground.