Revolution Infinity Hero 6Pk is a 7% ABV hybrid IPA from Revolution Brewing in Chicago, sold as a six-pack of 12 oz cans. Scoring 93 points from Tastings.com, this expression occupies rare ground between classic and hazy IPA styles, using an experimental hop blend and precise biotransformation techniques that set it apart from straightforward entries in either category.
Revolution Brewing is the largest independently owned brewery in Illinois, brewing exclusively in Chicago. Infinity Hero is fermented with a hazy IPA yeast strain, then fined and centrifuged to keep haze slight rather than opaque a deliberate move that positions it between the brewery’s own Anti-Hero (a classic IPA) and Hazy-Hero (a full hazy IPA). The dry-hop blend features Nectaron, Strata, HBC #586, and HBC #1019, the last of which Revolution gained early access to through sponsorship of an experimental hop acre before HBC #1019 was commercially available. Dry hopping approaches two pounds per barrel and occurs at 0.51P above terminal gravity at 70F, a technique the brewers use to achieve clean biotransformation characteristics from the interaction of actively fermenting yeast and hop oils.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Ripe mango and clementine orange lead, followed by layers of stone fruit and a subtle pithy citrus zest. There is a faint resinous pine note underneath that keeps the nose from reading purely tropical.
Taste: The entry is juicy and bright, with tangerine and orange citrus arriving first. Mid-palate shifts toward candied zest and orange crme, while peach and pineapple notes emerge as the beer warms slightly. Sweetness is well-balanced by a moderate bitterness that recalls the classic IPA backbone without ever overwhelming the fruit character.
Finish: Medium in length, crisp, and surprisingly clean for a beer dry-hopped this aggressively. Lingering impressions of tea-like tannin and gentle pine give the finish structure, preventing it from fading into simple sweetness.
How to Drink Infinity Hero
Infinity Hero is best enjoyed cold from the can or poured into a tulip glass at around 4045F, which allows the aromatic hop oils to open up without the beer warming past its ideal drinking temperature. Its hybrid nature also makes it a surprisingly versatile cocktail ingredient: try it in a Citrus Shandy with fresh lemonade, where the stone fruit hops amplify the citrus; in a Michelada, where the juicy body stands up to hot sauce and lime without turning bitter; or in a Beer Margarita, where the mango and tangerine notes merge seamlessly with tequila and triple sec.
Best For
Introducing hazy-IPA-curious drinkers to hop-forward beer without heavy turbidity
Pairing with summer grilling sessions where bold flavor needs to hold up to charred meats
Gifting to a craft beer enthusiast who already knows the flagship Anti-Hero
Bringing to a bottle share as a conversation-starter hybrid style
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Infinity Hero taste like? Infinity Hero delivers juicy tangerine, mango, and stone fruit flavors balanced by moderate bitterness and a crisp, tea-like finish. It reads fruitier and softer than a classic IPA but cleaner and less opaque than a full hazy.
How does Infinity Hero compare to Revolution Anti-Hero? Anti-Hero is a traditional West Coastleaning IPA with more prominent bitterness and a clear pour, while Infinity Hero adds a hazy IPA yeast strain and tropical hop profile that soften the palate and introduce stone fruit notes absent in Anti-Hero. Both clock in at similar ABV territory, but Infinity Hero skews juicier and more aromatic.
Is Infinity Hero good for sipping on its own? Yes at 7% ABV with a balanced sweetness-to-bitterness ratio, Infinity Hero drinks smoothly on its own and rewards slow sipping from a glass where the aroma can develop fully.
Where is Infinity Hero made? Infinity Hero is brewed exclusively at Revolution Brewing in Chicago, Illinois. Revolution is the largest independently owned brewery in the state.
What foods pair well with Infinity Hero? Grilled fish tacos with mango salsa echo the beer’s tropical hop character. Spicy Thai basil chicken benefits from the citrus sweetness cutting through heat. Sharp cheddar or aged gouda contrasts the fruit-forward profile with savory depth. Margherita pizza pairs well, as the malt backbone complements tomato and mozzarella. Citrus-dressed arugula salad mirrors the beer’s tangerine and pithy zest notes.
What sizes does Infinity Hero come in? Infinity Hero is widely available in six-packs of 12 oz cans, which is the standard retail format.
Is Infinity Hero worth the price? Infinity Hero positions in the mid-premium craft IPA tier, and its 93-point Tastings.com score and experimental hop blend including early-access HBC #1019 deliver more complexity than many comparably priced six-packs in the hybrid IPA space.
Why Infinity Hero?
What distinguishes Infinity Hero from the crowded IPA shelf is the deliberate precision behind its hybrid identity. Revolution’s early sponsorship of experimental HBC #1019 hops gave the brewery access to an ingredient most competitors simply could not source, and the nearly two-pounds-per-barrel dry-hop rate pushes aromatic intensity well beyond typical production levels. The decision to fine and centrifuge after fermenting with a hazy yeast strain is an uncommon extra step that gives the beer tropical juice character without the heavy mouthfeel or visual opacity that divides drinkers on hazy IPAs. Backed by a 93-point score from Tastings.com and an 88 on BeerAdvocate, Infinity Hero has earned critical recognition that confirms what the brewing process suggests: this is one of the more thoughtfully engineered IPAs coming out of the Midwest.