{"title":"Mad Scientist","description":"\u003cp\u003eMad Scientist is a micro-brewery from Budapest in Hungary that calls itself one of the most active experimental small-scale breweries in the city. They are known for offbeat, \"crazy\" beers and for Liquid Cocaine, an IPA that is by now widely known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--verhaal--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAn experimental brewery in Budapest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMad Scientist is based in Budapest and describes itself as one of the most active small-scale, experimental breweries in the city. According to its own website, it has been working non-stop on creative, innovative recipes since 2016. It is an independent Hungarian company run by its founders and owners. By now they export to more than 25 countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir motto on the site is #FOLLOWTHESCIENTIST, and that fits the pace. Every week they come out with one-off new beers, alongside the by now well-known Liquid Cocaine IPA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Mad Scientist's beer is put together\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brewery sorts its beers by category. Core consists of beers that are available all year round: recipes that have been refined for a long time and are in balance. Specials are seasonal or one-off beers, where, by their own account, cost efficiency and common sense count for the least.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey also make mead, melomel and braggot under the name Mead Scientist, mainly with Hungarian honey. They also work with alternative fermentation and have a Barrel Project for wood-aged beers. A good part of the work consists of collab beers, made together with other breweries or brewers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are strict about freshness. With their Fresh-only beers, the beer has to be blond and hazy, because oxidation breaks down the hop oil. These beers are therefore no longer bottled, but made on keg only, with a shelf life of three months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMad Scientist at Hoptimaal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Hoptimaal we have had eight beers from Mad Scientist, in the styles IPA, weizen, pale ale, sour beer and stout. The strength ranges from 4.2 to 12 percent. Most come in 33 cl, a few in 44 or 50 cl. What is in stock changes with each delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn Untappd, Made In Abyss, Liquid Cocaine, Mango Bay and Popstar, among others, are rated highly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink the hoppy beers as fresh as possible and well chilled, precisely because the brewery itself hammers so much on the danger of oxidation. With the heavier beers you take it easier: let them warm up a little after the fridge and take your time, then flavour and aroma come through better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--faq--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does Mad Scientist come from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMad Scientist is a brewery from Budapest in Hungary. It is an independent company run by its founders and by now exports to more than 25 countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of beer does Mad Scientist make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are known for offbeat beers, with Liquid Cocaine IPA as the best known. They also make mead, beers with alternative fermentation and wood-aged beers. At Hoptimaal you mostly see IPAs, but also weizen, pale ale, sour beer and stout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you drink Mad Scientist best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink hoppy beers fresh and cool, because according to the brewery oxidation quickly breaks down the hop oil. Serve heavier beers slightly less cold, so you taste more flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mad-scientist-liquid-cocaine","title":"Mad Scientist Liquid Cocaine","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMad Scientist Liquid Cocaine is a pronounced DIPA with 9% alcohol, developed for fans of full hop experiences. The beer opens with tropical fruit notes and citrus that blend with a firm malt base and a long, warming finish. Tasters appreciate the intensity and complexity of this double IPA Liquid Cocaine. 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At 6% ABV, it remains light enough for multiple rounds while maintaining a pleasantly round mouthfeel. The finish is clean with subtle hop lingering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMad Scientist combines scientific precision with creative brewing. From their Route 66 location, they serve Greensburg's craft beer scene with constantly evolving brews and a passion for quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mad Scientist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58313447276889,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-2241_processed.png?v=1781702710"},{"product_id":"mad-scientist-tokyo-lemonade","title":"Mad Scientist Tokyo Lemonade","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003eMad Scientist flips the Weizen tradition with Tokyo Lemonade: a refreshing twist where citrus vibrancy meets the soft, velvety character of wheat beer. At 4.2% ABV it's light and approachable, yet far from an ordinary thirst quencher.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect vibrant citrus tones that live up to the Tokyo Lemonade name. The combination of wheat and characteristic Weizen yeast delivers a creamy texture with subtle spice notes. The finish stays fresh and light, with pleasant citrus bitterness that invites the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMad Scientist has been brewing in Budapest since 2016, creating beers that walk the line between experimentation and drinkability. 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The mouthfeel is medium, with a subtle bitterness that keeps everything in balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMad Scientist brews a broad portfolio of experimental and classic styles in Budapest, from imperial stouts to milkshake pale ales, always with a touch of scientific curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mad Scientist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58708193182041,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-2550_processed.png?v=1785244156"},{"product_id":"mad-scientist-everything-is-temporary-la","title":"Mad Scientist Everything Is Temporary La","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eMad Scientist, the experimental Budapest brewery, brings its playful approach to the sour category with Everything Is Temporary La. At 5% ABV, this is a light, easy-drinking style built for refreshment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect a bright, tart character that carries through into the sip. The body stays light, finishing short and dry, in line with what you'd expect from a straightforward sour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFounded in 2016 by three Hungarian friends, Mad Scientist brews out of a historic 1912 factory building in Budapest, releasing new experimental beers almost every week.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mad Scientist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58708607533401,"sku":null,"price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-2563_processed.png?v=1785244773"},{"product_id":"mad-scientist-made-in-abyss","title":"Mad Scientist Made In Abyss","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade In Abyss is the heavyweight in Mad Scientist's lineup, the Budapest brewery known for bold, experimental beers. At 12% ABV, this Imperial Stout leaves little room for doubt—a beer meant to be sipped slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect a dense, almost syrupy malt backbone typical of a stout this strong, with the warmth of high alcohol clearly present in the finish. 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