Hop Butcher Orange Moss 4Pk

Hop Butcher Orange Moss 4Pk is a 7.5% ABV hazy double IPA from Chicago's Hop Butcher For The World, sold in a four-pack of 16 oz cans. What distinguishes this release is the inclusion of Tangier, a rare open-pollination hop variety discovered in 2021 that delivers intense tangerine and navel orange character alongside the proven Citra and Simcoe backbone. Orange Moss carries a strong 4.2 out of 5 rating on Untappd across more than 2,000 reviews.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7.5%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois  |  Style: Double India Pale Ale (Hazy/NEIPA)  |  Brewery: Hop Butcher For The World

Production & Heritage

Hop Butcher For The World operates out of two Illinois facilities — the original Lincoln Avenue brewery in Chicago and a larger production brewery in Bedford Park. The brewery has built a devoted following for its rotating lineup of hop-forward releases, each designed to showcase specific hop combinations. Orange Moss pairs the well-established Citra and Simcoe varieties with Tangier, a newer hop that emerged in 2021 as an open-pollination discovery prized for its intense tangerine, navel orange, and orange blossom aromatics — a combination that gives this beer its name and signature citrus-saturated profile.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Orange blossom and fresh tangerine jump from the glass immediately, followed by layers of ripe pineapple and soft grapefruit pith. A faint creamsicle sweetness rounds out the nose without veering into candy territory.

Taste: The first sip delivers a wave of fresh-squeezed orange juice that spreads across the palate with juicy pineapple and melon at mid-palate. The body is creamy and full without feeling heavy, carrying secondary notes of light peach and strawberry alongside persistent grapefruit and tangerine. Bitterness stays restrained, letting the fruit-forward hop expression dominate.

Finish: Medium in length with a clean, slightly resinous fade and lingering orange peel. The creamy mouthfeel carries through to the end, leaving a refreshing citrus impression that invites the next sip.

How to Drink Orange Moss

Orange Moss is best served cold — around 40–45°F — straight from the can or poured into a tulip glass to concentrate its aromatic intensity. This is a beer built to be enjoyed fresh, so drink it sooner rather than later. Its juicy, citrus-heavy profile also makes it a strong candidate for a Beer-mosa, replacing half the orange juice with this DIPA for a brunch drink with real hop character. It works in a Citrus Shandy blended with fresh lemonade for a lower-ABV summer sipper. For something more adventurous, try it in a Hop Butcher Michelada — its orange and tropical notes play well against lime, hot sauce, and Tajín.

Best For

• Hazy IPA enthusiasts exploring rare and new-generation hop varieties
• Hosting a summer cookout or backyard gathering with craft beer fans
• Gifting to a friend who collects limited Hop Butcher releases
• Pairing with bold, spicy foods that benefit from citrus contrast

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Orange Moss taste like? Orange Moss delivers saturated citrus flavor dominated by fresh orange, tangerine, and pineapple with a creamy, full body and restrained bitterness. Secondary notes of grapefruit pith, melon, light peach, and a creamsicle-like sweetness round out the profile.

How does Orange Moss compare to Green Moss? Both Orange Moss and Green Moss are built on a Citra and Simcoe hop foundation from Hop Butcher, but Orange Moss adds the Tangier hop, which introduces pronounced tangerine and orange blossom notes not present in Green Moss. Green Moss leans more toward a classic hazy IPA hop balance, while Orange Moss pushes further into citrus-specific territory.

Is Orange Moss good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — the creamy body, approachable bitterness, and intense fruit-forward character make it highly drinkable despite its 7.5% ABV. It rewards slow sipping from a glass where the aromatics can fully develop.

Where is Orange Moss made? Orange Moss is brewed by Hop Butcher For The World, which operates out of Chicago, Illinois, with a production brewery in nearby Bedford Park, Illinois. The brand is rooted in the Chicago craft beer scene and distributes primarily within the Midwest.

What foods pair well with Orange Moss? Spicy fish tacos complement the beer's citrus intensity and creamy body. Nashville hot chicken benefits from the cooling orange and tropical fruit notes. A mango-habanero salsa with tortilla chips echoes and amplifies the hop-driven fruit. Grilled shrimp with a citrus glaze creates a natural harmony, and a tangy goat cheese salad provides textural contrast against the beer's soft mouthfeel.

What sizes does Orange Moss come in? Orange Moss is available as a four-pack of 16 oz cans, the standard format for Hop Butcher's rotating DIPA releases.

Is Orange Moss worth the price? Orange Moss positions in the premium craft DIPA tier, consistent with limited-rotation hazy IPAs from respected regional breweries. The inclusion of the uncommon Tangier hop and the consistently high ratings from the craft beer community support its value within that segment.

Why Orange Moss?

The real story here is the Tangier hop. Discovered in 2021 as an open-pollination variety, Tangier is still relatively rare in commercial brewing, and its intense tangerine and navel orange profile gives Orange Moss a citrus clarity that most hazy DIPAs cannot replicate with more common varieties alone. Paired with the proven tropical punch of Citra and the resinous depth of Simcoe, the three-hop combination produces a layered, citrus-saturated beer that has earned strong marks from over 2,000 reviewers on Untappd. Hop Butcher's track record of dialing in hop-forward releases with clean execution makes Orange Moss a standout even within their own crowded rotation.