Balkezes is a craft brewery based in Budapest, Hungary, part of the city's thriving independent brewing scene. The brewery has built a reputation within the Hungarian craft beer community and has been recognised alongside other respected Budapest-based breweries such as Mad Scientist and Monyo as a producer of high-quality, sought-after beers. Balkezes is known for an adventurous and varied portfolio that embraces a wide range of craft beer styles. Among their notable releases is GreyJoy, a beer that attracted international attention and praise from beer enthusiasts beyond Hungary's borders. The brewery has also worked with American styles, including an American barleywine, demonstrating a willingness to explore bold, hop-forward and malt-driven brewing traditions. The brewery has participated in events such as Budapest Beer Week, where it has been featured alongside international craft breweries, reflecting its standing within the European craft beer circuit. Balkezes is regularly recommended to visitors seeking quality craft beer in Budapest, cementing its place as one of the Hungarian capital's respected brewing names.