About This Beer
Hopburgh Festbier is a Dublin-brewed Festbier created by Hopkins & Hopkins and produced at Bow St. Brewery in Smithfield. Rooted in traditional German festival lager styles, this craft beer Ireland release focuses on balance, malt expression, and clean fermentation. At 5.8% ABV, it sits comfortably between everyday lagers and stronger seasonal beers, offering substance without sacrificing drinkability.
Festbier is designed to be celebratory but approachable, and Hopburgh Festbier follows that philosophy closely. A carefully selected malt bill provides gentle sweetness and biscuit-like depth, while restrained hopping keeps bitterness low and supportive. Lager fermentation ensures a clean profile that allows the malt to take centre stage.
This is a beer built for sociable drinking, whether enjoyed by the pint or paired with food. Its structure and clarity reflect patient brewing and proper cold conditioning, highlighting the technical strengths of modern Irish lager production.
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Tasting Notes
Appearance: Bright golden to light amber with excellent clarity and a persistent white head.
Aroma: Fresh bread crust, soft honeyed malt, and light floral hop notes.
Flavour: Rounded malt sweetness with biscuit and toast, finishing clean with gentle bitterness.
Mouthfeel: Medium-bodied, smooth carbonation, crisp and refreshing on the finish.
About the Brewery
Hopkins & Hopkins brew all of their beers at Bow St. Brewery in Smithfield, Dublin, focusing on well-executed, approachable styles that prioritise balance and drinkability. Their brewing philosophy centres on precision, consistency, and respect for classic beer traditions, applied through a modern Irish lens.
By producing beers on-site in Dublin, the brewery maintains close control over quality while contributing to the city’s growing reputation for thoughtful, well-crafted lagers and ales. Hopburgh Festbier is a clear example of this approach, combining traditional inspiration with contemporary Irish brewing standards.
Food Pairings
Hopburgh Festbier pairs exceptionally well with food. Its malt sweetness and carbonation make it a natural match for roast chicken, sausages, pork dishes, schnitzel, and grilled vegetables. It also works well with pretzels, mild cheeses, and classic pub fare.
The clean finish helps refresh the palate between bites, making it a reliable table beer as well as an easy-drinking standalone lager.
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