When the opportunity arises to drink a Hoppy Red Ale from one of Thrillist’s Best Breweries in Chicago, you don’t think — you act!

So forget about those emails you should be responding to and drop everything you’re doing. ‘Cause it’s time to focus — this is your chance to score a stash of Blood of the Unicorn from Pipeworks!

When you’re in need of some refreshment, you can’t go wrong with Pipeworks. They claim 5 of the 10 Top-Rated Beers in Illinois on BeerAdvocate for Pete’s sake!

Blood of the Unicorn clocks in as BA’s #12 Red Ale in the World, but fans like @patrickmcshaffrey on Instagram simply call it “the best Red Ale, period!”

Grab a sip of this craveable hop treat, and the amber pour welcomes you with potent citrus notes and a touch of resinous pine. Then, waves of sweet malts greet your taste buds with comforting notes of toasted bread, baked nuts, and a touch of caramel.

The abundance of hoppy character in Blood of the Unicorn toes the line between IPA and Red Ale in the most satisfying way. You won’t get smacked in the face with hops, but, at the same time, you won’t be swimming through thick, malty waters either. 

Simply put: you’ve gotta snag this one before it’s all gone! 

Who knows when you’ll get another chance to taste the enigmatic excellence of this highly revered Red Ale from one of Chicago’s best?

#12 Top-Rated Red Ale on BeerAdvocate