Hop Butcher Lord Octomoss 4Pk

Hop Butcher Lord Octomoss 4Pk is a Double India Pale Ale from Hop Butcher for The World, sold as a 4-pack at 8.0% ABV. Built on a triple-threat hop bill of Mosaic, Citra, and Simcoe, Lord Octomoss carries a strong 4.3 out of 5 rating on Untappd across more than 1,350 reviews — a reflection of the brewery's reputation for dialed-in hop-forward releases.

Quick Facts: ABV: 8.0%  |  Origin: Bedford Park, Illinois, USA  |  Style: Double IPA  |  Brewery: Hop Butcher for The World

Production & Heritage

Hop Butcher for The World operates out of Bedford Park, Illinois, just outside Chicago, and has become one of the Midwest's most sought-after craft breweries for hop-centric ales. The brewery is known for meticulous hop selection and limited-run releases that rotate frequently. Lord Octomoss showcases a combination of Mosaic, Citra, and Simcoe — three of the most celebrated American hop varieties — layered together to create a Double IPA with depth beyond simple bitterness. Each hop contributes a distinct dimension: Citra brings citrus brightness, Mosaic adds tropical and berry complexity, and Simcoe anchors the blend with resinous pine and stone fruit character.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Expect an immediate wave of tropical fruit — mango, ripe papaya, and citrus peel — courtesy of the Citra and Mosaic hops. Underneath, Simcoe adds a subtle piney, almost herbal undertone that keeps the nose from tipping into one-note sweetness.

Taste: The palate opens soft and juicy with ripe stone fruit and tangerine, moving into a lush mid-palate where blueberry and tropical notes from the Mosaic hops take center stage. At 8.0% ABV, there is noticeable body, but the bitterness remains balanced and integrated rather than aggressive. A light grain sweetness supports the hop flavors without competing.

Finish: Moderately long with lingering grapefruit pith and a gentle resinous bite from the Simcoe. The finish dries cleanly, encouraging the next sip without leaving a cloying residue.

How to Drink Lord Octomoss

Pour Lord Octomoss into a tulip glass or stemless wine glass to concentrate the aromatic hop oils — drinking straight from the can sacrifices much of the experience. Serve it cold, around 40–45°F, and let it warm slightly as you drink to unlock the full complexity of the hop bill. As a Double IPA, this beer is best enjoyed fresh and on its own rather than in cocktails, though it works in a few creative applications: a Michelada variation where the tropical hop character replaces traditional lager blandness with genuine flavor; a Beer-a-Rita blended with fresh lime juice and a salted rim, where the Citra hops amplify the citrus element; or a Hop Drop (a boilermaker-style pairing) with a small pour of mezcal to complement the resinous Simcoe backbone.

Best For

• IPA enthusiasts exploring top-rated Midwest craft breweries
• Weekend cookouts where a bold, flavorful beer outshines generic lagers
• Gifting to a craft beer collector who values limited-run releases
• Side-by-side tastings comparing hop profiles across Hop Butcher's rotating lineup

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lord Octomoss taste like? Lord Octomoss delivers a juicy, fruit-forward Double IPA experience dominated by tropical fruit, citrus, and berry flavors from its Mosaic, Citra, and Simcoe hop combination, with a balanced bitterness and soft mouthfeel at 8.0% ABV.

How does Lord Octomoss compare to Hop Butcher Cosmic Fountain? Both are hop-forward ales from the same brewery, but Lord Octomoss uses a trio of Mosaic, Citra, and Simcoe hops and sits at 8.0% ABV as a Double IPA, while Cosmic Fountain features a different hop combination and profile. Lord Octomoss tends to lean more tropical and resinous, while other Hop Butcher releases often explore different flavor angles within the hazy spectrum.

Is Lord Octomoss good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — this is a beer designed to be savored fresh from a proper glass, where the layered hop aromatics and soft body reward slow, attentive drinking rather than casual consumption.

Where is Lord Octomoss made? Lord Octomoss is brewed by Hop Butcher for The World in Bedford Park, Illinois, a suburb just southwest of Chicago that has become a notable hub for craft brewing in the Midwest.

What foods pair well with Lord Octomoss? Spicy tacos al pastor, where the tropical hop notes mirror the pineapple garnish; smoked chicken wings with a citrus glaze that echoes the Citra hops; sharp cheddar or aged gouda, whose richness contrasts the beer's bitterness; grilled shrimp with mango salsa for a tropical-on-tropical pairing; and fish and chips, where the carbonation and hop bite cut through fried batter.

What sizes does Lord Octomoss come in? Lord Octomoss is available as a 4-pack of cans, which is the standard release format for Hop Butcher for The World's rotating Double IPA offerings.

Is Lord Octomoss worth the price? Lord Octomoss positions within the premium craft DIPA tier, where pricing reflects small-batch production and high-quality hop sourcing. Its 4.3 Untappd rating across more than 1,350 reviews suggests strong consensus that the beer delivers on its promise, placing it firmly among well-regarded expressions in a competitive category.

Why Lord Octomoss?

Hop Butcher for The World has earned a devoted following by refusing to coast on any single recipe, and Lord Octomoss exemplifies that approach. The Mosaic-Citra-Simcoe hop bill is a proven combination, but the brewery's attention to hop selection and process elevates the result beyond what the ingredient list alone would suggest. With a verified 4.3 rating from more than 1,350 Untappd reviews, Lord Octomoss stands out even within Hop Butcher's own crowded lineup of acclaimed releases. For anyone serious about exploring what the Illinois craft scene produces at its best, this Double IPA makes a compelling case.