{"title":"Croma","description":"\u003cp\u003eCroma is a microbrewery from São Paulo in Brazil. At Hoptimaal, the range is mostly stouts, with some IPAs and a sour beer. A number of the beers are aged in bourbon barrels and rate highly on Untappd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--verhaal--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCroma comes from São Paulo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCroma is registered on Untappd as a microbrewery in São Paulo, Brazil. There is little else we can establish. We found no reliable source on the founding, the brewers or the brewing equipment, so we leave those out rather than assume anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMostly stouts, with IPAs and a sour beer alongside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf the Croma beers we have had, most are stouts: six out of ten. There were also three IPAs and a sour beer. The strength ranges from 3.7 to 12.5 percent, so the range is broader than just heavy stouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn Untappd, Croma YYYY, Croma Supercrema and Croma Need Backup are among the highest scorers, all three Bourbon Barrel Aged. Croma Sixth Chapter, Croma Hurricane and Croma DNA are also among the brewery's highest-rated beers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCroma at Hoptimaal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Hoptimaal you'll find Croma in smaller sizes, from 35.5 to 47.3 cl. The range changes, so check the brewery page to see what's in stock now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink the IPAs as fresh as possible and well chilled. Heavy stouts and the barrel aged beers call for a slower approach: take them out of the fridge well ahead of time, let them warm up a few degrees and give them time in the glass. The sour beer is best drunk cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--faq--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does Croma come from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCroma is a microbrewery from São Paulo in Brazil, as the brewery is listed on Untappd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of beer does Croma make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Hoptimaal range, most Croma beers are stouts, with some IPAs and a sour beer. A number of the stouts are Bourbon Barrel Aged and score highly on Untappd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you drink Croma best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink hoppy beers as fresh and cool as possible. With heavy or barrel aged stouts, take your time: serving them slightly less cold lets more aroma come through.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"croma-sixth-chapter","title":"Croma Sixth Chapter","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eEighteen to twenty-four months in Bourbon barrels from Buffalo Trace and Heaven Hill, plus Brazilian cachaça barrels from Prosa Mineira, give Croma's Sixth Chapter a distinctly Brazilian edge. It is a 12% ABV imperial stout, finished with coffee and peanut butter cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect vanilla, toasted oak, caramel and coconut, with gentle spice from the bourbon barrels. The cachaça casks add sugarcane and herbal nuances. The coffee brings dark chocolate, espresso and roasted nuts, while the peanut butter cream adds a rich, velvety mouthfeel and nutty sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCroma is a brewery from Brazil. For this beer, it combined barrels from the American bourbon world with barrels from Brazilian cachaça production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Croma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57065108373849,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-04-Photoroom.png?v=1768412618"},{"product_id":"croma-need-backup-bourbon-barrel-aged","title":"Croma Need Backup (Bourbon Barrel Aged)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCroma Need Backup (Bourbon Barrel Aged) is a stout that marries dark malts with the warm influence of bourbon casks. It is robust and full-bodied, with a silky texture that invites slow savoring. On the nose, roasted cacao, espresso and caramel mingle with hints of vanilla and oak. The palate repeats this rich profile—chocolate, coffee and a bourbon-vanilla lift—leading to a deep, balanced finish. At 12% ABV, it offers a warm, mature experience that rewards patience. Untappd rates it at 4.50, a testament to its craft.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Croma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57065108439385,"sku":null,"price":40.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-02-Photoroom.png?v=1768412619"},{"product_id":"croma-yyyy-bourbon-barrel-aged","title":"Croma YYYY (Bourbon Barrel Aged)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eCroma YYYY (Bourbon Barrel Aged) is a stout that blends roasty depth with subtle sweetness into a balanced, lingering pour. Dark malts deliver chocolate and coffee notes, while bourbon barrel aging adds vanilla, caramel, and oak for warmth and depth. At 12% ABV, the beer offers a powerful yet refined profile with a long, creamy finish. Rated 4.51 on Untappd, it appeals to fans of intense stouts who value consistency and character. Ideal for after-dinner moments or intimate tasting sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Croma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57065108504921,"sku":null,"price":41.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-06-Photoroom.png?v=1768412618"},{"product_id":"croma-supercrema-bourbon-barrel-aged","title":"Croma Supercrema (Bourbon Barrel Aged)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eCroma Supercrema (Bourbon Barrel Aged) is a full-bodied stout with a creamy texture and a warming, lingering finish. Aged in bourbon barrels, it reveals a layered flavor profile: chocolate and caramel intertwined with vanilla, toffee, and subtle oak, while roasted coffee beans add depth. At 12% ABV, it delivers character and undeniable presence without overwhelming the palate. Untappd assigns a strong 4.55 score, signaling a harmonious balance between intensity and drinkability. This stout shines on cold evenings, at home tastings, or as a dessert finale, inviting mindful sipping to savor every nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Croma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57065108701529,"sku":null,"price":40.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-03-Photoroom.png?v=1768412618"},{"product_id":"croma-midnight-circle","title":"Croma Midnight Circle","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 9% ABV, Midnight Circle sits among the heavier hitters in the TIPA category, a style defined by intensity and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Triple IPA of this strength delivers pronounced hop character alongside a noticeable warming alcohol presence in the finish. Expect a full, velvety mouthfeel that matches its high ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCroma has been brewing in São Paulo since 2017 and has released over 200 different beers to date, running its own brewpub in the Vila Madalena neighborhood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Croma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59259416543577,"sku":null,"price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/IMG_0430_processed.png?v=1788271456"},{"product_id":"croma-blade-runner","title":"Croma Blade Runner","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlade Runner from Croma is a Triple IPA that comes in at 9.5% ABV, making its intent clear from the first sip: bold hop character and serious strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect a dense wall of hop bitterness carried by a full, almost syrupy body that matches the elevated alcohol content. The finish is long and warming, with bitterness that fades slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFounded in 2016, Croma brewed its first batches in March 2017 and has since released more than 200 different labels, earning national and international awards along the way, alongside its own brewpub in Vila Madalena, São Paulo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Croma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59259416641881,"sku":null,"price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/IMG_0428_processed.png?v=1788271485"},{"product_id":"croma-its-me-nelson","title":"Croma It's me, Nelson!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's me, Nelson! is Croma's take on the IPA style, bottled at 7% ABV in a 473ml format. The playful name hints at the character packed into this hop-driven brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs expected from an IPA, hops take the lead here: on the nose, expect fresh, lively notes, followed by a dry, bittering finish. The 7% ABV gives the beer enough body to carry that hop character without weighing it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCroma has been brewing in São Paulo since 2017 and has released more than 200 different beers, earning both national and international awards along the way. 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