Hop Butcher operates multiple taprooms across Chicago. The spaces are compact yet refined, with 10-15 beers always on tap. They release new beers frequently, so every visit offers something different.
ルネちゃん
Woof! (Such a stylish Chicago taproom! So many new beer aromas everywhere!)
🍺 Beer Experience: Hazy IPA (No Hop Burn)
Rich citrus and tropical fruit aromas with a smooth finish free of hop burn (harsh bitterness from hops). The result of high-quality hop usage and expert fermentation control. Juicy and easy to drink – recommended even for IPA beginners.
🍺 Tasting Profile
Tasting Element
Intensity (1-5)
Description
🌿 Bitterness
3/5
Well-balanced bitterness
🍯 Sweetness
2/5
Dry and crisp
🍋 Acidity
2/5
Minimal acidity
💪 Body
3/5
Medium body
👃 Aroma
5/5
Rich and complex aroma
りほくん
All this hop flavor with no hop burn! I experienced the pinnacle of juicy Hazy IPA without bitterness. There are dank elements too, with a wonderful fruity finish.
💬 Thoughts from Hop-kun, Riho-kun & Rune-chan
ホップくん
Preventing hop burn requires precise dry hopping timing and temperature control! By using high-quality hops and processing them before enzyme degradation occurs, you can maximize juiciness. Hop Butcher excels at this technique!
りほくん
Hazy IPA without hop burn is just so much easier to drink! This beer made me truly appreciate the caliber of Chicago’s craft beer scene. If you’re coming to Chicago, this is an absolute must-visit!
ルネちゃん
It was fruity and not bitter at all – so easy to drink! Chicago really is a great place for beer!
🛒 Recommended Products
ルネちゃん
Chicago-style Hazy IPA caught my attention! I’d love to enjoy some at home!
りほくん
You can also buy online through Rakuten or Amazon. Check the links below!
🛒 Buy Links
Hazy IPA Craft Beer (Chicago)
Hop Butcher for the World’s flagship. Hazy IPA often called Chicago’s No. 1.
Kielbasa King 97pts (BJCP blind test). Leading Chicago Hazy IPA brewery
Craft Beer & Brewing（2024）
全米13位
Ranked #13 nationally for Hazy IPA, #7 for small regional breweries
Yelp（Lincoln Aveタップルーム）
4.5/5（41件）
Popular among enthusiasts as a Chicago Hazy IPA holy land
Google マップ
4.8/5（175件）
Highly rated as Chicago’s Hazy IPA destination
ホップくん
Hop Butcher releases new beers at an incredible frequency! You’ll find different beers every visit, making it a must-stop in Chicago. Their can artwork is also a collector’s dream!
🏅 Awards & Notable Info
New York International Beer Competition 2021: Illinois Brewery of the Year 受賞
Illinois Top 30 Breweries 2025: Untappd評価ランキング第3位（Illinois最高峰のHazy IPA）
Can Can Awards 2017: Imperial India Pale Ale部門 金賞
Can Can Awards 2021: Double New England IPA部門 銀賞
Founder Matt Gallagher pursues clean, hop-burn-free Hazy IPAs. Their commitment to canning and distributing fresh beer nationally has earned widespread support, making them a cornerstone of Chicago’s craft beer scene.
🏆 Overall Rating
🏆 Riho Brewery Rating
★★★★★
4.5/5
りほくん
An undisputed perfect score. A central figure in Chicago’s craft beer scene!
A top brewery representing Chicago’s craft beer scene. Their smooth, hop-burn-free Hazy IPA is first-rate quality, making this a must-visit destination when in Chicago.
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