{"title":"Maktoob Brewing","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaktoob Brewing comes from Bucharest and works as a contract brewery, also known as a gypsy brewer. At Hoptimaal it's mostly about IPAs, plus a Mosaic Pils. The Double Happiness series and A Day At the Beach are among the highest-rated beers on Untappd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--verhaal--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA gypsy brewer from Bucharest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaktoob Brewing comes from Bucharest, Romania. Untappd lists the brewery as a contract brewery, and a visitor from the local craft beer scene described the brand as the owner of No Room Taproom's own gypsy brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat bar in Bucharest is tiny. The writer of Pivoslavija calls it the smallest craft beer bar in Romania, if not in Europe. At the official opening, Maktoob was on tap, alongside eight other local craft beers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHoppy beers with an idiosyncratic side\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe focus is on IPA, but Maktoob doesn't stop there. A visitor to No Room Taproom drank Harry I've Got An Idea there, a witbier (Belgian white beer) with tarragon and Sichuan pepper to add extra spice to the wheaty, sour citrus note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe names of the beers also show that recipes are repeated and adjusted: Double Happiness, for example, appears as V7 (Metal Dog) and V8 (Water Pig). The sources give no more about the brewing method or the people behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaktoob Brewing at Hoptimaal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe had six Maktoob beers in stock: five IPAs and a lager, the Mosaic Pils. They come in 44 cl packaging and range from 5 to 8.2% alcohol. They are currently out of stock, so check the page to see what is available now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink the hoppy beers fresh and cold, so the hops stay at their sharpest. With the stronger ones, closer to 8%, take it a bit easier: take them out of the fridge a few minutes earlier and you'll taste more of the malt and the aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--faq--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does Maktoob Brewing come from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaktoob Brewing comes from Bucharest in Romania. It is a contract brewery, so a gypsy brewer with no brewery location of its own mentioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of beer does Maktoob Brewing make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMostly IPAs, plus a Mosaic Pils. In Bucharest a witbier with tarragon and Sichuan pepper has also been spotted, Harry I've Got An Idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the best way to drink Maktoob beers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs fresh and cold as possible, especially the hoppy IPAs. With the stronger beers, closer to 8%, you drink more slowly and a little less cold.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"maktoob-brewing-mosaic-pils","title":"Maktoob Brewing MOSAIC PILS","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA Romanian pilsner featuring Mosaic hops as the star. Maktoob Brewing blends classic lager technique with modern hop selection, delivering an approachable beer with added aromatic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect the fruity character of Mosaic hops: mango, citrus and subtle berry notes. The palate opens fresh and lightly malty, before the hops develop with tropical fruit and a gentle bitterness. The body remains crisp and light, finishing dry with lingering hop notes that never overpower.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaktoob Brewing from Romania brings a modern approach to classic beer styles. Through careful hop and malt selection, they deliver consistent quality within today's craft beer landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maktoob Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58390608478553,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-2406_processed.png?v=1782395183"},{"product_id":"maktoob-brewing-top-of-the-charts","title":"Maktoob Brewing Top of the Charts","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA Romanian IPA that lives up to its name — this 6.7% creation from Maktoob Brewing pairs tropical fruit character with resinous hop bitterness. Brewed in Bucharest, where tradition meets modern craft brewing techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect mango and passionfruit backed by pine resin. The palate delivers a medium body with lively carbonation, showcasing citrus and stone fruit notes. The finish brings pleasant bitterness with a slightly sticky resinous presence that invites another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaktoob Brewing from Romania has quickly established itself in the Eastern European craft beer scene. Their focus on hop-forward beers and experimental styles makes them a brewery worth watching.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maktoob Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58390608511321,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-2403_processed.png?v=1782395208"},{"product_id":"maktoob-brewing-blind-date","title":"Maktoob Brewing Blind Date","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003eMaktoob Brewing from Romania delivers a bold 8% DIPA with Blind Date. This double IPA doesn't hold back: tropical fruit notes, resinous hop bitterness, and a solid malt backbone that keeps everything together.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect mango, passionfruit and citrus peel. The palate shows a full, slightly sticky mouthfeel with resinous hop character accompanying tropical notes of ripe pineapple and grapefruit. The finish lingers long and dry, with persistent bitterness and hints of pine resin.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaktoob Brewing has quickly established itself in Romania's craft beer scene, crafting internationally-minded beers that consistently score high ratings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maktoob Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58390608609625,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-2401_processed.png?v=1782395240"},{"product_id":"maktoob-brewing-a-day-at-the-beach","title":"Maktoob A Day At the Beach","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003eMaktoob Brewing from Romania brings sunny beach vibes to your glass with this 8% DIPA. A double-hopped IPA that combines tropical fruit and citrus with a solid alcohol content, without becoming heavy or overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect tropical notes of mango and passionfruit, backed by hints of grapefruit and lemon zest. The palate opens juicy and fruity, with hop bitterness providing a pleasant counterpoint to the sweet malt base. The mouthfeel is creamy and full-bodied, finishing dry with lingering subtle bitterness. At 8% ABV, this beer remains surprisingly approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaktoob Brewing is a rising name in Romania's craft beer scene, gaining recognition for their modern takes on popular styles. 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The palate opens full-bodied and oily, with assertive hop bitterness giving way to ripe stone fruit and citrus peel. The finish remains sticky yet approachable, with lingering resinous bitterness that invites the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaktoob Brewing from Romania has quickly emerged as one of Eastern Europe's most consistent craft breweries. 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