Hop Hooligans is an independent craft brewery founded in 2016 by Cristian Mihai Dinu and Mircea Georgescu, based in Jilava, just outside Bucharest, Romania. From the very beginning, the brewery positioned itself as a bold and experimental force in an emerging craft beer market, quickly earning a reputation as one of the most prolific and influential breweries in the country. Their motto — "abusing hops since 2016" — signals exactly the kind of irreverent, hop-driven philosophy that defines the brand. The Hop Hooligans portfolio is a showcase of ambition and versatility. The brewery constantly experiments with new flavours, ingredients and fermentation techniques, resulting in an ever-evolving lineup that spans a wide range of styles. From hop-forward Double IPAs and hazy NEIPAs to Imperial Pastry Stouts, Baltic Porters, Black IPAs, Imperial Sours and barrel-aged creations, their beers are bold, creative and rarely predictable. Barrel-aged releases such as the Parasomnia Maple Syrup Barrel Aged edition highlight the brewery's commitment to pushing boundaries. Hop Hooligans have grown well beyond Romania's borders, with their beers distributed across Europe and featured in international craft beer communities. They are widely regarded as the prodigies of the Romanian craft beer scene, setting the benchmark for innovation and quality in a market that continues to grow.