4 Hands Incarnation 6Pk

4 Hands Incarnation 6Pk is a Mosaic-hopped American IPA from 4 Hands Brewing Co. in St. Louis, Missouri, sold in a six-pack of 12 oz cans at 7.0% ABV. Earning a 90 score on BeerAdvocate from over 310 ratings, Incarnation has become a flagship release for the brewery, built on a single-hop Mosaic profile that delivers layered tropical fruit character uncommon in straightforward IPAs.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.0%  |  Origin: St. Louis, Missouri  |  Style: American IPA  |  Brewery: 4 Hands Brewing Co.

Production & Heritage

4 Hands Brewing Co. operates out of the Lasalle Park neighborhood in St. Louis, Missouri, and has built a reputation as one of the city's most recognized craft breweries. Incarnation — formerly released under the name "Resurrected" before a rebrand as distribution expanded into new markets — is brewed with a grain bill of pale and caramel malts, hopped exclusively with Mosaic. Mosaic hops are prized for their unusually broad flavor spectrum, contributing tropical, floral, and resinous pine qualities in a single variety, which gives Incarnation its signature complexity without requiring a multi-hop blend.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Passion fruit leads on the nose, followed by waves of ripe pineapple and candied citrus. A subtle floral undertone from the Mosaic hops adds a layer of fragrance beneath the fruit-forward top notes.

Taste: The entry is bright with tropical fruit — pineapple is most prominent — before the mid-palate introduces a blend of floral hops and gentle resinous pine. Caramel malt sweetness provides a supportive backbone that balances the hop bitterness without masking it. The medium body carries the flavors well, keeping the beer approachable despite its 7.0% ABV.

Finish: The finish lingers with citrus zest and a mild pine bite that gradually fades to a touch of residual caramel sweetness. It's clean and moderately dry, encouraging another sip.

How to Drink Incarnation

Incarnation drinks best cold, poured into a tulip glass or standard pint to concentrate the Mosaic hop aromatics. It's an IPA built for drinking fresh and on its own, but it also works well in beer-forward mixed drinks. A Beermosa made with fresh pineapple juice highlights the tropical notes already present in the beer. A Michelada brings savory contrast to its citrus character, making for a bold brunch option. A Beer Margarita — blending Incarnation with tequila and lime — plays off its natural citrus and tropical backbone for a surprisingly cohesive cocktail.

Best For

• Stocking a fridge for weekend gatherings with craft beer fans
• Introducing someone to single-hop IPAs with a well-rated benchmark
• Pairing with grilled food at a summer cookout
• Exploring St. Louis craft beer beyond the city's macro-lager heritage

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Incarnation taste like? Incarnation delivers bold tropical fruit flavors — especially pineapple and passion fruit — layered over a medium body with caramel malt sweetness and a pine-accented hop finish. It's fruit-forward and moderately bitter, making it a well-balanced American IPA.

How does Incarnation compare to other Mosaic IPAs? Incarnation uses Mosaic as its sole hop variety, allowing the full breadth of that hop's tropical, floral, and pine character to shine without competition from other hops. Many craft IPAs use Mosaic in multi-hop blends, so Incarnation's single-hop approach tends to produce a more focused and cohesive flavor profile at a competitive 7.0% ABV.

Is Incarnation good for sipping on its own? Yes — its medium body, balanced bitterness, and layered fruit character make it an IPA that stands well on its own without food. The 7.0% ABV is substantial but not overwhelming, keeping the beer sessionable for most experienced craft beer drinkers.

Where is Incarnation made? Incarnation is brewed by 4 Hands Brewing Co. in the Lasalle Park neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri. The brewery distributes throughout Missouri and into several surrounding states.

What foods pair well with Incarnation? Grilled chicken or fish tacos complement its tropical notes without overpowering the hops. Spicy Thai cuisine contrasts well with the fruit-forward profile. A classic cheeseburger matches the caramel malt backbone. Sharp cheddar cheese mirrors the beer's bitterness while highlighting its citrus qualities. Mango salsa or tropical fruit dishes echo the Mosaic hop character.

What sizes does Incarnation come in? Incarnation is widely available in 12 oz six-packs of cans, which is the standard retail format for this release.

Is Incarnation worth the price? Incarnation positions as a mid-range craft IPA, priced competitively against other single-hop and flagship IPAs from regional breweries. Its 90 BeerAdvocate score and strong Untappd ratings — 3.8 out of 5 from over 44,000 check-ins — reflect consistent quality that justifies its place in the category.

Why Incarnation?

Incarnation distinguishes itself through a pure Mosaic single-hop approach that delivers a wider flavor range than many multi-hop IPAs achieve. The 90 BeerAdvocate score places it in genuinely well-regarded territory for an American IPA, and with over 44,000 ratings on Untappd, it has been broadly tested by the craft beer community and continues to hold strong marks. The caramel malt backbone provides structure that many haze-chasing IPAs lack, keeping Incarnation grounded as a balanced, repeatable beer rather than a one-note hop showcase. For drinkers seeking a Midwest-brewed IPA with tropical depth and proven consistency, this six-pack delivers.