Hop Butcher A Plume of Many Hues 4Pk

Hop Butcher A Plume of Many Hues 4Pk is a 7.0% ABV New England-style hazy IPA from Chicago's Hop Butcher For The World, sold in a 4-pack of 16oz cans. Built on a dual-hop combination of Nelson Sauvin and Sabro — including Sabro Cryo — this release carries a strong 4.1 out of 5 rating on Untappd across more than 3,500 reviews, reflecting consistent enthusiasm from the haze-drinking community.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.0%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois  |  Style: Hazy / New England IPA  |  Brewery: Hop Butcher For The World

Production & Heritage

Hop Butcher For The World operates out of Chicago, Illinois, and has earned a devoted following for its relentless rotation of limited hazy IPAs. The brewery's defining philosophy centers on freshness: cans are distributed weekly, often reaching shelves just hours or days after packaging. A Plume of Many Hues uses hand-selected Sabro and Sabro Cryo hops alongside New Zealand-grown Nelson Sauvin, a pairing that layers tropical fruit character with an herbal, almost vinous edge. The Cryo designation on the Sabro means the hop was processed at extremely low temperatures to concentrate lupulin — the resinous, aromatic compound — while stripping away vegetal matter, resulting in a cleaner, more intense hop expression.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with a wave of ripe tropical fruit — coconut and stone fruit from the Sabro, followed by white grape and gooseberry notes characteristic of Nelson Sauvin. A subtle herbaceous undercurrent keeps the aroma grounded and complex.

Taste: On the palate, Sabro dominates the entry with bold coconut, tangerine, and cream flavors that coat the tongue in a soft, pillowy mouthfeel typical of the New England style. At mid-palate, Nelson Sauvin emerges with its signature white-wine grape character, adding a tart, almost sauvignon-blanc-like brightness. The interplay between the two hops creates a layered, shifting flavor experience.

Finish: The finish is moderately long with lingering tropical sweetness tempered by a light resinous bitterness from the Cryo hops. It dries just enough to invite another sip without any harsh astringency.

How to Drink A Plume of Many Hues

Drink this IPA cold — ideally between 40–45°F — straight from the can or poured into a tulip glass to release the full aromatic profile. Freshness is everything with Hop Butcher releases; consume as close to the canning date as possible. While hazy IPAs are generally enjoyed on their own rather than in cocktails, A Plume of Many Hues works well in a Beer-mosa (replacing the typical wheat beer with this tropical IPA for a richer brunch drink), a Hop Shandy (mixed with fresh lemonade to amplify the citrus notes), or a Michelada where the coconut and tropical fruit add an unconventional twist to the savory-spicy template.

Best For

• Hazy IPA enthusiasts chasing limited Hop Butcher releases
• Weekend cookouts where a bold, aromatic beer sets the tone
• Gifting to a craft beer collector who values freshness and rare hop combinations
• Side-by-side tastings comparing Nelson Sauvin versus Sabro hop-forward beers

Frequently Asked Questions

What does A Plume of Many Hues taste like? It delivers bold tropical fruit — coconut, tangerine, and stone fruit from Sabro hops — layered with white grape and gooseberry from Nelson Sauvin, all carried by a soft, creamy mouthfeel typical of New England IPAs.

How does A Plume of Many Hues compare to Hop Butcher Kielbasa King? Kielbasa King is a higher-ABV Double IPA using Mosaic and Nelson Sauvin, which gives it more pine and blueberry intensity alongside the Nelson character. A Plume of Many Hues sits at a more sessionable 7.0% ABV and leans into coconut and tropical fruit from the Sabro and Sabro Cryo combination.

Is A Plume of Many Hues good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — this is a standalone sipper by design, with enough hop complexity and soft texture to reward slow, deliberate drinking straight from the can or a glass.

Where is A Plume of Many Hues made? It is brewed by Hop Butcher For The World in Chicago, Illinois, and distributed fresh on a weekly basis, primarily across the Chicago metro area and parts of the Midwest.

What foods pair well with A Plume of Many Hues? Grilled shrimp tacos with mango salsa complement the tropical hop notes. Fish and chips benefit from the beer's soft bitterness cutting through the fry. Coconut curry echoes the Sabro's coconut character. A sharp aged cheddar contrasts the creamy mouthfeel, and citrus-dressed ceviche mirrors the gooseberry brightness of Nelson Sauvin.

What sizes does A Plume of Many Hues come in? It is available as a 4-pack of 16oz cans, which is the standard format for Hop Butcher's IPA releases.

Is A Plume of Many Hues worth the price? It positions in the premium craft IPA tier, consistent with other limited-rotation hazy IPAs from respected regional breweries. The use of Sabro Cryo hops — a more expensive, concentrated hop product — and the brewery's commitment to ultra-fresh distribution support its pricing within the category.

Why A Plume of Many Hues?

The defining edge here is the Sabro Cryo and Nelson Sauvin hop pairing — two varietals with very different personalities that create a flavor spectrum wider than most single-style IPAs attempt. Hop Butcher's insistence on canning and shipping within the same week means this beer arrives with volatile hop aromatics still fully intact, a factor that separates it from IPAs that sit in distribution for weeks. With a 4.1 Untappd rating across thousands of reviews, the community reception backs up the brewery's approach. For drinkers who want a hazy IPA that goes beyond generic tropical juice and delivers genuine hop character with herbaceous, vinous depth, this is a standout release from one of Chicago's most consistent producers.