Hop Butcher Thoroughly New 4Pk

Hop Butcher Thoroughly New 4PK is a 6.5% ABV hazy New England-style IPA sold in a 4-pack of cans, brewed by Hop Butcher For The World in collaboration with Perennial Artisan Ales. It carries a 91 score on BeerAdvocate and a 4.13 rating across more than 1,500 reviews on Untappd, placing it firmly among the most acclaimed releases in Hop Butcher's rotating lineup.

Quick Facts: ABV: 6.5%  |  Origin: Illinois, USA  |  Style: New England IPA  |  Brewery: Hop Butcher For The World  |  Collaboration: Perennial Artisan Ales

Production & Heritage

Hop Butcher For The World has built a reputation out of Illinois as one of the Midwest's most prolific hazy IPA producers, releasing a steady stream of rotating single-batch beers. Thoroughly New began as a collaboration brewed on Perennial Artisan Ales' turf in St. Louis, Missouri, with subsequent batches produced at both breweries using the same recipe. The hop bill leans into four complementary varietals — Chinook, Citra, Mosaic, and Strata — delivering a layered tropical and resinous profile that showcases each brewery's strengths in hop-forward brewing.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Pineapple leads immediately, followed by waves of papaya, mango, and ripe citrus. A pleasant dank, resinous quality from the Chinook and Strata hops sits underneath the fruit, adding depth without overwhelming the tropical character.

Taste: The entry is juicy and soft, with bright pineapple and tangy citrus hitting first. At mid-palate, Mosaic and Citra contribute layers of tropical fruit — think orange zest and stone fruit — while a subtle caramel sweetness rounds out the malt backbone. A measured piney bitterness emerges toward the finish, keeping the sweetness in check.

Finish: Medium in length with lingering tropical fruit and a gentle resinous bite. The mouthfeel stays pillowy and smooth, characteristic of the NEIPA style, with minimal astringency.

How to Drink Thoroughly New

Pour cold into a tulip glass or stemless wine glass to open up the aromatic hop oils; this beer is at its best fresh and unadorned. Thoroughly New is primarily a sipper rather than a cocktail ingredient, but it works well in a few beer-forward applications: a Michelada built with lime, hot sauce, and Thoroughly New adds tropical complexity to the classic template; a Beer-a-Rita using this IPA in place of a lager introduces haze and fruit depth; and a Hop Shandy — equal parts Thoroughly New and fresh lemonade — makes a refreshing warm-weather drink that highlights the beer's citrus notes.

Best For

• Sharing with friends during a backyard cookout or tasting session
• Gifting to a craft beer enthusiast who follows limited Hop Butcher releases
• Adding to a curated NEIPA tasting flight alongside other top-rated hazy IPAs
• Pairing with spicy or grilled foods where tropical hop character can complement bold flavors

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Thoroughly New taste like? Thoroughly New delivers juicy pineapple and bright tropical fruit up front, supported by tangy citrus, a hint of caramel sweetness, and a balanced piney bitterness on the back end. The mouthfeel is soft and pillowy, consistent with the New England IPA style.

How does Thoroughly New compare to Trillium's hazy IPAs? Reviewers have placed Thoroughly New alongside top-tier NEIPAs from breweries like Trillium, Tree House, and Bissell Brothers in terms of hop intensity and juice-forward character. Where Thoroughly New distinguishes itself is in the Strata and Chinook combination, which adds a dank, almost herbal dimension that many East Coast hazies don't emphasize.

Is Thoroughly New good for NEIPA beginners? At 6.5% ABV with a smooth, low-bitterness profile and dominant fruit flavors, Thoroughly New is highly approachable for anyone new to hazy IPAs. Its juicy, tropical character avoids the aggressive bitterness that can intimidate newcomers to hop-forward beers.

Where is Thoroughly New made? Thoroughly New is brewed by Hop Butcher For The World in Illinois, in collaboration with Perennial Artisan Ales, a respected craft brewery based in St. Louis, Missouri. The recipe has been produced at both brewery locations.

What foods pair well with Thoroughly New? Grilled shrimp tacos benefit from the beer's tropical and citrus notes; spicy Thai green curry finds balance against the soft malt sweetness; a charcuterie board with aged cheddar and stone fruit preserves echoes the beer's fruity hop character; and smoked pulled pork lets the Chinook-driven pine and resin cut through richness.

What sizes does Thoroughly New come in? Thoroughly New is available in a 4-pack of cans, the standard format for Hop Butcher's rotating IPA releases.

Is Thoroughly New worth the price? Thoroughly New positions in the premium craft IPA tier, consistent with limited-batch collaboration releases from highly regarded Midwestern breweries. Its 91 BeerAdvocate score and strong Untappd reception suggest it delivers quality commensurate with its price point in the hazy IPA category.

Why Thoroughly New?

The collaboration between Hop Butcher For The World and Perennial Artisan Ales brings together two respected Midwestern brewing programs in a single can. The four-hop bill — Chinook, Citra, Mosaic, and Strata — is more complex than many single- or double-hopped NEIPAs, producing a layered drinking experience that rewards attention. A 91 on BeerAdvocate from a small but dedicated pool of reviewers signals genuine quality rather than hype-driven inflation. For fans of the style tracking the best hazy IPAs coming out of the Midwest, Thoroughly New represents a benchmark collaboration worth seeking out while it remains available.