Hop Butcher Six Corners 4PK

Hop Butcher Six Corners 4PK is a hazy Imperial IPA from Chicago's Hop Butcher for the World, packaged in a 4-pack of 16oz cans at 7.75% ABV. This release exemplifies the brewery's reputation for producing aggressively hopped, intensely aromatic IPAs that have earned a devoted following across the Midwest and beyond.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.75%  |  Origin: Illinois, USA  |  Style: Imperial IPA  |  Brewery: Hop Butcher for the World

Production & Heritage

Hop Butcher for the World was founded in 2017 by Jeremiah Zimmer, operating out of a production facility in Darien, Illinois — a western suburb of Chicago. The brewery built its identity around rotating, small-batch hop-forward releases rather than flagship year-round offerings, a model that helped fuel its rapid rise in the competitive Illinois craft scene. Six Corners — named after one of Chicago's most iconic intersections where Milwaukee Avenue, Cicero Avenue, and Irving Park Road converge — follows the brewery's tradition of paying homage to Chicago neighborhoods and landmarks. The beer is unfiltered, yielding the signature hazy, turbid pour that Hop Butcher fans expect, with generous dry-hopping driving its aromatic intensity.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe tropical fruit leads immediately — mango, pineapple, and papaya dominate the nose. A secondary wave of citrus zest and soft pine resin emerges as the beer warms in the glass.

Taste: The entry is pillowy and juicy, with concentrated stone fruit and citrus flavors carried by a full, creamy mouthfeel. Mid-palate, the hop character intensifies with notes of tangerine and guava, supported by a restrained malt sweetness that provides structure without heaviness. Bitterness is present but well-integrated, never veering into harsh territory despite the imperial-strength hopping.

Finish: Medium-long with a drying, resinous quality that keeps each sip from becoming cloying. Lingering grapefruit pith and a faint herbal note close out the experience cleanly.

How to Drink Six Corners

Pour Six Corners into a tulip glass or stemless wine glass at around 40–45°F to fully appreciate the aromatic complexity — drinking straight from the can mutes its best qualities. This Imperial IPA is built for sipping on its own, but its bold hop profile also holds up well in hop-forward cocktail experiments. A Hop Shandy — combining the beer with fresh lemonade — tames the bitterness for warm-weather drinking. A Michelada variation using Six Corners adds tropical depth to the classic tomato-lime formula. A Beer-a-Rita blending it with fresh lime juice and a salted rim plays off its citrus-forward character.

Best For

• Sharing with hop-obsessed friends during a craft beer tasting session
• Bringing to a summer cookout as a standout contribution
• Gifting to a Chicago beer enthusiast who collects local releases
• Pairing with bold, spicy foods that can match its intensity

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Six Corners taste like? Six Corners delivers a juicy, tropical hop bomb profile with concentrated mango, pineapple, and citrus flavors layered over a creamy, full-bodied base. Bitterness is assertive but balanced, making it intensely flavorful without being abrasive.

How does Six Corners compare to other Hop Butcher IPAs? Hop Butcher releases rotating IPA titles frequently, each featuring different hop combinations, so Six Corners represents a specific hop bill variation within their consistently hazy, juice-forward house style. At 7.75% ABV, it sits in the Imperial IPA range, carrying more body and intensity than their standard-strength pale ales.

Is Six Corners good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — this Imperial IPA is designed to be savored, ideally poured into a glass where its aromatic profile can fully open up. The creamy texture and moderate carbonation make it a satisfying standalone pour.

Where is Six Corners made? Six Corners is brewed by Hop Butcher for the World at their production facility in Darien, Illinois, a suburb west of Chicago. The beer's name references the historic Six Corners intersection on Chicago's northwest side.

What foods pair well with Six Corners? Thai green curry complements the tropical hop character with matching aromatic intensity. Grilled pork tacos with mango salsa echo the beer's fruit-forward notes. Sharp cheddar cheese provides a savory counterpoint to the hop bitterness. Nashville hot chicken stands up to the beer's bold flavor without being overwhelmed. Citrus-glazed grilled shrimp aligns with the tangerine and grapefruit notes in the finish.

What sizes does Six Corners come in? Six Corners is available in a 4-pack of 16oz cans, the standard format for Hop Butcher's rotating releases.

Is Six Corners worth the price? Six Corners positions in the premium craft IPA tier, consistent with small-batch, heavily dry-hopped Imperial IPAs from respected independent breweries. The quality of ingredients and limited-run production model justify its placement above mass-market IPAs.

Why Six Corners?

Hop Butcher for the World has become one of Chicago's most sought-after breweries specifically because of releases like Six Corners — small-batch, heavily hopped beers that prioritize freshness and hop expression above all else. The brewery's rotating release model means each title features a carefully selected hop combination, making individual releases distinct rather than interchangeable. At 7.75% ABV, Six Corners hits the sweet spot for an Imperial IPA: strong enough to carry dense hop flavor, but not so heavy that it becomes a chore to finish a pint. For anyone exploring the best of Illinois craft beer, this is a legitimate representation of Chicago's hazy IPA scene at its peak.