{"title":"Menno Olivier Brewing","description":"\u003cp\u003eMenno Olivier Brewing is the own label of Menno Olivier, founder of Brouwerij De Molen in Bodegraven. Since 2024 he has brewed under his own name, with Spain as his base; Untappd lists Súria in Catalonia. At Hoptimaal you'll find heavy stouts and a dubbel from him, with an ABV between 12.5 and 16%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--verhaal--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom De Molen to a label of his own\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2004, Menno Olivier founded Brouwerij De Molen in the historic windmill De Arkduif in Bodegraven. The brewery grew into a fixture of the Dutch craft beer scene, exported to more than 40 countries and produced more than 10,000 hectolitres in 2017. Hel \u0026amp; Verdoemenis is one of its best-known beers. In 2019, Royal Swinkels took over the remaining shares; it already held 35%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2024, Olivier started his own brand, Menno Olivier Brewing. After that, he joined La Pirata Brewing in Spain, a brewery known for its experimental approach. Founder Aran León calls Olivier's arrival a privilege. Olivier himself says this lets him continue Menno Olivier Brewing and bring his knowledge and vision to La Pirata.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe beer from Menno Olivier Brewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sources reveal little about the recipes, equipment and brewing location of the own label, so we stick to what we have had in stock ourselves. These are heavy, dark beers: two stouts and a dubbel, with an ABV of 12.5 to 16%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits the name Olivier made earlier. Hel \u0026amp; Verdoemenis from De Molen is a 10% imperial stout. On Untappd, Menno Olivier Obsidiaan, Menno Olivier The Breach Of Trust and Menno Olivier FELLOWSHIP are our highest-rated beers from this label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMenno Olivier Brewing at Hoptimaal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have had three beers from Menno Olivier Brewing, all in 33 cl. What's in stock changes, so check the webshop for what's available now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are beers to drink slowly. Don't serve them ice cold: at around 12–14 °C the dark notes come out better. With this strength, a bottle is also fine to share between two. Store them cool and dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--faq--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does Menno Olivier Brewing come from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMenno Olivier Brewing is based in Spain; Untappd lists Súria in Catalonia. Founder Menno Olivier earlier started Brouwerij De Molen in Bodegraven and launched his own brand in 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of beer does Menno Olivier Brewing make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Hoptimaal you'll mainly find stouts and a dubbel from this label. They are strong beers of 12.5 to 16%, packaged in 33 cl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you best drink a heavy stout from Menno Olivier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't serve it too cold, so the flavour can open up, and take your time. At 12.5 to 16%, a bottle is best drunk in small glasses, possibly shared between two.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"menno-olivier-fellowship","title":"Menno Olivier FELLOWSHIP","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eCacao and salt in a 12.5% imperial stout: FELLOWSHIP is a collaboration between Menno Olivier and Hoppit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCacao and salt set the direction here, so expect chocolate notes with a salty edge. At 12.5% ABV this is a heavyweight, while 20 IBU keeps the bitterness modest. A stout of this strength is best given time to warm up in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMenno Olivier is a brewery from Spain. FELLOWSHIP was made in collaboration with Hoppit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Menno Olivier Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58214485590361,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-2180_processed.png?v=1780584037"},{"product_id":"menno-olivier-brewing-obsidiaan","title":"Menno Olivier Obsidiaan","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eObsidiaan carries a name that fits its character: dark, dense, and with a weight that lingers. At 16% ABV, this Belgian Strong Dark Ale from Menno Olivier Brewing sits at the stronger end of the style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDark fruit, caramel, and dark candy sugar are typical for the style, paired with a full body and a warming finish that fits the elevated alcohol content. The exact flavor composition of this specific batch isn't specified, but the high ABV points to an intense, warming glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMenno Olivier Brewing is a Spanish brewery rated by thousands of beer enthusiasts on Untappd, though further background details on the brewery itself aren't available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Menno Olivier Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59180458934617,"sku":null,"price":5.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/IMG_0378_processed.png?v=1787827648"},{"product_id":"menno-olivier-brewing-the-breach-of-trust","title":"Menno Olivier The Breach Of Trust","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Breach Of Trust marks a new release from Menno Olivier Brewing, the Spanish venture of De Molen's founder. The name alone hints at another beer that steps outside the usual lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecific tasting notes for this beer haven't been shared yet. Given the brewery's experimental reputation, expect a layered and surprising pour, even though the exact flavour build stays under wraps for now.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMenno Olivier Brewing is the Spanish project of Menno Olivier, founder of Dutch brewery De Molen. Under this name, he brings his brewing expertise and experimental drive to a new country.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Menno Olivier Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59437687669081,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/IMG_0592_processed.png?v=1789643333"}],"url":"https:\/\/hoptimaal.com\/en\/collections\/menno-olivier-brewing.oembed","provider":"Hoptimaal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}