Hop Butcher A Myriad of Pyramids 4Pk

Hop Butcher A Myriad of Pyramids 4Pk is a 7.5% ABV Double India Pale Ale from Chicago's Hop Butcher for the World, sold as a 4-pack of 16oz cans. Brewed with the rare Peacharine hop and Simcoe, this DIPA earned a 91 score on BeerAdvocate and a 4.2 out of 5 rating on Untappd across nearly 3,900 reviews, placing it among the brewery's most acclaimed rotating releases.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.5%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois  |  Style: Double IPA  |  Brewery: Hop Butcher for the World

Production & Heritage

Hop Butcher for the World operates out of 4257 N Lincoln Ave in Chicago and has built a devoted following for its aggressively hopped, frequently rotating lineup of IPAs and Double IPAs. A Myriad of Pyramids features Peacharine, the first named release from New Zealand's Hapi Research breeding program — a joint venture between Freestyle Hops and Garage Project brewery — known for its rich peach and nectarine character with a citrus backbone. The addition of Simcoe provides a grounding counterpoint of pine and resin, balancing the tropical push of the Peacharine and giving the beer structural depth uncommon in fruit-forward DIPAs.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe peach and papaya dominate the nose immediately, followed by waves of pineapple and tangerine. A faint resinous pine note from the Simcoe emerges underneath, adding complexity without competing with the tropical core.

Taste: The entry is soft and juicy, with peach and plum landing first before papaya and pineapple push through the mid-palate. Grapefruit and lemon-lime citrus arrive at the peak, joined by moderate bitterness that frames the fruit without overwhelming it. The mouthfeel is pillowy and full-bodied, consistent with the hazy DIPA style.

Finish: Medium in length with lingering sweet citrus and a gentle grassy, piney fade from the Simcoe. The bitterness resolves cleanly, leaving a dry but not harsh close that invites the next sip.

How to Drink A Myriad of Pyramids

Pour cold into a tulip glass or wide-mouth IPA glass to let the volatile hop aromatics expand; avoid over-chilling, as temperatures around 42–48°F bring out the full peach and tropical spectrum. This DIPA is built to drink fresh — consume as close to the canning date as possible. A Michelada variation with hot sauce and lime juice works here because the peach and citrus hops amplify the brightness. A Beer-mosa with fresh peach nectar leans into the Peacharine hop's natural stone-fruit character. For something unconventional, a Hop Butcher Shandy cut with house-made lemonade softens the 7.5% ABV for warm-weather sessions.

Best For

• Trading or sharing with fellow IPA enthusiasts who follow limited craft releases
• Pairing with a backyard cookout where bold flavors can match grilled food
• Gifting to a hop-forward beer lover who values rare or experimental hop varieties
• Sampling alongside other Hop Butcher rotating releases for a comparative tasting

Frequently Asked Questions

What does A Myriad of Pyramids taste like? It leads with bold peach, papaya, and pineapple juice character, then transitions into grapefruit and lemon-lime citrus with moderate bitterness and a soft, full body typical of hazy Double IPAs.

How does A Myriad of Pyramids compare to The Alchemist Heady Topper? Both are highly rated DIPAs, but A Myriad of Pyramids leans heavily into stone fruit and tropical notes from the Peacharine hop, while Heady Topper is known for emphasizing back-of-palate bitterness and a more resinous, pine-driven profile. The Hop Butcher release drinks softer and more fruit-forward on the palate.

Is A Myriad of Pyramids good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — it was designed to showcase the Peacharine and Simcoe hops, and drinking it fresh from a proper glass is the best way to experience the full aromatic and flavor range at 7.5% ABV.

Where is A Myriad of Pyramids made? It is brewed by Hop Butcher for the World at their facility on North Lincoln Avenue in Chicago, Illinois, one of the city's most prolific producers of hazy IPAs and DIPAs.

What foods pair well with A Myriad of Pyramids? Grilled shrimp tacos with mango salsa mirror the tropical hop character. Thai green curry offers a spicy counterpoint to the beer's juicy sweetness. A peach-glazed pork chop echoes the Peacharine hop's stone-fruit notes. Sharp white cheddar provides a salty, tangy foil for the fruit-forward palate. Fish and chips with malt vinegar create a classic bitter-meets-acid contrast.

What sizes does A Myriad of Pyramids come in? A Myriad of Pyramids is available as a 4-pack of 16oz cans, which is the standard format for Hop Butcher's rotating DIPA releases.

Is A Myriad of Pyramids worth the price? It positions as a premium craft DIPA, which is expected given Hop Butcher's reputation and the use of a specialty hop like Peacharine from New Zealand's Hapi Research program. The 91-point BeerAdvocate score and strong Untappd ratings support its standing in a competitive Double IPA market.

Why A Myriad of Pyramids?

The defining feature here is the Peacharine hop — a genuinely uncommon ingredient born from New Zealand's Hapi Research breeding program, a collaboration between Freestyle Hops and Garage Project. That hop delivers a peach and nectarine intensity that separates this release from the crowded field of tropical DIPAs relying on the same half-dozen American and Australian varieties. Combined with the structural backbone of Simcoe and Hop Butcher's track record for soft, full-bodied hazy DIPAs, A Myriad of Pyramids stands as a compelling example of what happens when a skilled brewery pairs proven technique with genuinely novel raw materials. Its 91-point BeerAdvocate score and 4.2 Untappd rating across thousands of reviews confirm it delivers on that promise.