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Red Skull

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Red Skull is an imperial red ale at 9.3% ABV and 60 IBU. Dark caramel sweetness meets a floral hop character, and a deep, boozy warmth sits underneath. It is a limited release from the Chicago brewery Revolution Brewing, brewed in separate runs that include 2024 and 2026, and poured on draft and in cans.

ABV
9.3%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter60 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber14
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelfloralmalty
caramel
floral
malty
Aroma
Floral hop character leads the nose, with earthy and slightly herbal notes underpinning the profile.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Red Skull

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to copper red, translucent with visible depth. A rich tan head forms and holds with moderate persistence, leaving defined lacing down the glass. Carbonation presents as fine and even, supporting the full-bodied structure.

deep copper-redtan head lacingtranslucent body

◌ Aroma

Floral hop character leads the nose, with earthy and slightly herbal notes underpinning the profile. Dark caramel sweetness emerges beneath, complemented by toasted malt and a warming alcohol presence that sits comfortably in the background.

floral hopsdark carameltoasted malt

◐ Taste

Sweet caramel and rich malt dominate the entry, carried forward by alcohol warmth that builds through the mid-palate. Floral hop bitterness arrives gradually, balancing the sweetness without harsh edges. The finish remains smooth and vollmundig, with lingering boozy character.

caramel sweetnessfloral bitternesswarming alcohol

◑ Finish

Medium-plus length with persistent warmth. Residual caramel and a gentle hoppy dryness fade into a smooth, boozy aftertaste.

persistent warmthhoppy dryness
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
84
Appearance
82
Finish
81
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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About Imperial Red Ale

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What is a Imperial Red Ale?

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