{"title":"Hop Hooligans","description":"\u003cp\u003eHop Hooligans is a Romanian craft brewery from Jilava, just outside Bucharest. They have been around since 2016 and are known for a huge range: hazy IPAs, imperial pastry stouts and fruity smoothie sours. At Hoptimaal you will mainly find their sour beers in 50 cl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--verhaal--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom Jilava to the Romanian craft scene\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHop Hooligans is based in Jilava, in the region around Bucharest, on Șoseaua Giurgiului. The story begins in early November 2016. Mircea and Cristi started out together with Petre Ion, founder of Beer O'Clock, one of the first craft beer bars in Romania. About half a year after the start, Petre died in a car accident, in late April 2017. The two brewers then had to manage on their own. It was a hard time: the name of their Game Over IPA was more than a joke. With hard work and a growing group of fans, they got through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn July 2017 they joined the Craft Beer Producers' Association, which wants to promote Romanian craft beer. In June 2018 they announced the purchase of a canning line from the United Kingdom, which made them the first Romanian craft brewery in cans. In 2019, together with Bereta, they organised Haze Fest, the first Romanian craft beer festival following the format of established European events. In September 2020 they opened their own taproom in the centre of Bucharest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA brewery that wants to try everything\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir motto is simple: they only make beer they want to drink themselves. In practice that results in a wide range. The foundation is New England and hazy IPA, from standard to triple strength. In the Shock Therapy series they keep testing new hop combinations. They also make imperial pastry stouts and fruited smoothie sours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Romanian Drinks, they were the first on the Romanian market with, among others, milk stouts, sours, barley wines and brut IPAs. Collaborations are part of it too: with Bereta, Wicked Barrel and Hophead from Romania, but also with breweries from Wales and the Republic of Moldova. On BeerAdvocate there are by now more than two hundred beers listed from them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHop Hooligans at Hoptimaal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have carried six beers from Hop Hooligans, two of which are in stock now. They are mainly sour beers, supplemented by an IPA, all in 50 cl and between 4 and 6 percent. On Untappd, Trifling Matters, Rainbow Eyes: Peach Mango, Gold Standard, Kafkaesque, Palinka Panik and Gincident, among others, are rated highly. What exactly is in stock varies, so check the brewery page for the current selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink the sour beers well chilled, so the freshness and the fruit come through. For the IPA, the fresher the better. Store it cool and don't let it sit too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--faq--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does Hop Hooligans come from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHop Hooligans comes from Jilava, in the region around Bucharest in Romania. The brewery started in late 2016 and since September 2020 it also has its own taproom in the centre of Bucharest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of beer does Hop Hooligans make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMainly New England and hazy IPAs, from standard to triple strength. They also make imperial pastry stouts and fruited smoothie sours, and they were the first in Romania to try, among others, milk stouts and barley wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you best drink Hop Hooligans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe the sour beers and IPAs well chilled and drink them as fresh as possible. With hoppy beers the aroma fades over time, so don't wait too long.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hop-hooligans-gold-standard","title":"Hop Hooligans Gold Standard","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003eGold Standard from Hop Hooligans demonstrates why the Romanian craft scene commands international respect. This 6% sour combines European acidity with a refined fruit expression that never overpowers.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect ripe apricot and citrus notes, with subtle wild yeast funkiness underneath. The palate delivers a sharp acidity that tingles the cheeks, followed by white peach tones and a hint of green apple. The mouthfeel is light and dry, with a crisp, refreshingly sour finish and a gentle bitterness that brings everything into balance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eHop Hooligans from Romania are known for their experimental approach to craft beer, blending modern brewing techniques with classic European traditions. Their sours have earned international recognition within the craft beer community.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hop Hooligans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58390280733017,"sku":null,"price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-73_processed.png?v=1782310285"},{"product_id":"hop-hooligans-rainbow-eyes-peach-mango","title":"Hop Hooligans Rainbow Eyes: Peach Mango","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003eRainbow Eyes brings together ripe peach and tropical mango in a fruit-forward sour ale with distinctive character. This Romanian creation at 6% ABV comes in a generous 500ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect juicy peach with hints of mango. The palate showcases both fruits prominently: sweet peach upfront, followed by exotic mango tones. The acidity remains sharp yet balanced, finishing with a tart, refreshing note that invites the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eHop Hooligans from Romania has built a reputation for their playful approach to modern beer styles. They combine bold flavors with technical precision, resulting in surprising yet balanced brews.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hop Hooligans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58390280798553,"sku":null,"price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-72_processed.png?v=1782310285"},{"product_id":"hop-hooligans-gincident","title":"Hop Hooligans Gincident","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eGincident hints at something playful, and this sour from Hop Hooligans in Romania lives up to that promise — a light, refreshing take on the style with a wink.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect a crisp, gently tart body at 4% ABV, light on the palate with a clean, quaffable finish. For the specific aroma and flavor notes of this batch, check the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHop Hooligans brews in Jilava, just outside Bucharest, and is known as one of Romania's more experimental craft breweries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hop Hooligans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59343963357529,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/IMG_0489_processed.png?v=1788957975"},{"product_id":"hop-hooligans-palinka-panik","title":"Hop Hooligans Palinka Panik","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eNamed after Romania's palinka tradition, this sour catches attention before the first sip even happens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect a bright, tangy edge that mirrors the beer's light 4% ABV, with a crisp, refreshing body and a dry finish. Specific flavor notes aren't documented, but the style promises a lively, sessionable sour experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHop Hooligans, based in Jilava, Romania, is known for a wide-ranging, experimental lineup spanning hazy IPAs to imperial stouts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hop Hooligans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59343963619673,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/IMG_0490_processed.png?v=1788957976"},{"product_id":"hop-hooligans-kafkaesque","title":"Hop Hooligans Kafkaesque","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eKafkaesque comes from Hop Hooligans, one of Romania's more prolific craft breweries. At 6% ABV, this is an approachable IPA built for regular rotation rather than a one-off sipper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect the fresh hop character typical of the style, leading into a dry, moderately bitter finish. The body sits on the lighter side of medium, keeping the beer easy to drink at this ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHop Hooligans operates out of Jilava, near Bucharest, and has built a catalog of over two hundred beers spanning hazy IPAs to imperial stouts. The brewery has a reputation for an experimental, hop-driven approach.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hop Hooligans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59343963652441,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/IMG_0492_processed.png?v=1788957975"},{"product_id":"hop-hooligans-trifling-matters","title":"Hop Hooligans Trifling Matters","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrifling Matters from Hop Hooligans proves that Romanian brewing can handle the sour category with a light, confident touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect a bright, tart edge that carries through to a juicy body and a dry, refreshing finish. At 6% ABV, the sourness stays balanced rather than puckering, keeping the beer easy to work through.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHop Hooligans brews in Jilava, Romania, known for a wide and experimental lineup within the craft beer scene.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hop Hooligans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59343963685209,"sku":null,"price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/IMG_0491_processed.png?v=1788957975"}],"url":"https:\/\/hoptimaal.com\/en\/collections\/hop-hooligans.oembed","provider":"Hoptimaal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}