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Brussels Spring Beer Tasting

Brussels Spring Beer Tasting

Brussels in the sun, there is nothing like it! Good vibes and good local craft beers in abundancy.

During this Spring Beer Tasting you’ll taste four thirst quenching beers. Each one of them perfect to enjoy on a sunny terrace. Discover your new favourite local beers, chosen carefully and introduced by beer sommelier Carien. As always at Hoppiness Brussels, you will get a tasty fingerfood pairing with the beers and hear more about beer, breweries and local beer events and culture.

Let’s get some sun and fun in our beer glass! 

And for those that can’t or won’t have alcohol, we’ll have a nice selection of alcoholfree beers! Just make sure to take the right ticket 😉

Tickets on sale now on Billetweb

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Belgian Beer World – discountcode

Did you know that the Bourse building in the centre of Brussels (the former stock exchange) is built on top of the remains of a 13th century convent? The bourse building was recently completely restored and inside you can find a beautiful walk way, a café, restaurant and Belgian Beer World, an interactive museum experience about beer.

A ticket to Belgian Beer World will also include entry to Bruxella 1238, the museum underneath the building. Inside is allegedly the tomb of Duke John 1st of Brabant, known as Gambrinus, the legendary king of beer.
We have a collaboration with the museum and you will get 10% discount on tickets bought online using the code: HOPPINESS10

It’s also possible to hire me as a guide for your visit of Belgian Beer World. (ENG/NL). You can contact me directly by email for this or contact BBW for a package deal and ask for me.

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Visit Brussels Awards nomination

Visit Brussels Awards nomination

We are extremely proud to be nominated for the Brussels Treasure Award at the Visit Brussels Awards 2025.

Brussels’ roots are the essence of this award. The winning project tells an authentic Brussels story.

Our introduction on Visit Brussels: Hoppiness Brussels, led by sommelier Carien Touwen, offers immersive experiences that explore the richness of Belgian and Brussels beer culture. In the cozy ambiance of a traditional Belgian café, every tasting session combines storytelling about the history of beer, discovery of local brews and gourmet pairings tailored to participants’ expectations. Since 2024, these tastings have also been offered in corporate settings, transforming offices into convivial spaces for initiations into beer culture. It’s an original and enriching way to share Belgian beer heritage, ideal for employees and (inter)national visitors alike.

Hoppiness can really use your help, so please vote for us by clicking here!

And when you vote, don’t forget to vote for CoHop in the category Co-Creation. We are big fans of this Brewery! CoHop is an innovative cooperative brewery that brings together four Brussels microbreweries at the heart of the Etterbeek Arsenal.

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December is here

December is here and it’s always a very busy month. We offer two special tasting events this month, on top of the possibilities of booking a private customised beer tasting. Dates and starting times are still quite flexible, so e-mail us on info @hoppiness.brussels

https://www.billetweb.fr/christmasbeer-tasting-hoppiness-brussels

Bookings and more info: https://www.billetweb.fr/trappist-beer-tasting To book this tasting for a different date or starting time, please contact us. We are flexible!

Bookings and more info: https://www.billetweb.fr/christmasbeer-tasting-hoppiness-brussels To book this tasting for a different date or starting time, please contact us. We are flexible!

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New event: Trappist beer tasting

Trappist beer tasting

Belgium has the most Trappist Beers in the world: five different trappist brands that are still producing their beers on the grounds of the abbey and each have their own unique story. 

During this tasting we taste ales from all five of them, learn more about their stories, compare some of their beers and enjoy some trappist cheeses.

A special event at Hoppiness Brussels:

two nights only and max. 12 spots available per evening. 

Friday 29 Nov

Saturday 14 Dec

Don’t miss it! https://www.billetweb.fr/trappist-beer-tasting

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Soon! Hoppiness X-mas beer tastings

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Coming up soon again: the Hoppiness X-mas beer tastings.

Four festive X-mas and winter beers paired with delicious fingerfood.

Warm and cozy atmosphere & good times guaranteed!

Multiple dates available. Tickets can be bought here: https://www.billetweb.fr/christmasbeer-tasting-hoppiness-brussels 

You can also contact us by email for your private group and book a time and day that suits you well. 

Perfect with friends, family or for an afterwork activity with your colleagues.

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Easter 2024: Beer & Chocolate tasting Brussels

Easter 2024: Beer & Chocolate tasting Brussels

Hop hop hoppiness!

At Hoppiness Brussels we know what you want for Easter… Tasty craft beer paired with delicious chocolate. Well, look no further!

This Easter we’re hosting a mouthwatering beer & chocolate tasting.

Four excellent craft beers paired with chocolate, chosen by local beer sommelier Carien.

While we indulge in the pairings we talk about the beers, the breweries and the chocolate.

And because it’s Easter Carien will host a fun chocolate & beer hunt as well! Answer the questions right to get a hint to find more chocolate or maybe even an extra beer….

Join the fun and book your tickets now!

Alcohol-free ticket available. If you book this ticket you’ll get alcohol-free beers (max 0.5%) instead. 

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WOMEN’S DAY BEER TASTING BRUSSELS

Upcoming in March: Beer Tasting inspired by International Women’s Day 2024

International Women’s Day 2024

Let’s celebrate the achievements of women working in beer with this special beer tasting, hosted by local beer sommelier Carien.

You’ll get tasters of four different beers, all made by women. With these beer tastings you’ll get some tasty paired fingerfood (like cheese/chocolate etc.)

During the beer tasting Carien will tell you all about the beers  and their brewsters, dished up together with loads of interesting facts about women in beer throughout history.

Join and raise a glass with us to all the amazing women around the world! 

Dates: Friday March 8 at 6 pm and Saturday March 9 at 8 pm.

Tickets as usual on Billetweb. If you prefer to pay by bank transfer or have a Hoppiness Brussels gift card, please email us.

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Gift cards are available

Looking for an original gift?

What about a gift card for a beer tasting. We have many options available.

You can book a gift card for:

  • a specific beer event (per person) or tour that we offer
  • for a private tasting (from 4 persons)
  • for a specified amount

Just message us on insta/ facebook or email to info @hoppiness.brussels

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Opening Brasserie Taymans

Jette has a brewery again! Brasserie Taymans had a grand opening day on Saturday the 11th of March. The original brewery, named the Brasserie-Malterie Taymans, was started over 100 years ago. A warehouse was built for maturing Lambic in 1906 and the Brewhouse was ready in 1911 on the other side of the street (Rue Van Huyneghem), just next to what is known today as the Park Garcet.

The main market was in Brussels, and the brewery survived despite going through very challenging times such as both world wars. Pierre Taymans took over the brewery in 1936 and continued the operations despite the limited development options authorized to him on the site. 

The brewery ceased operations in 1970 at the retirement of our grandfather, Pierre Taymans and the main buildings took a new life. The family house and adjacent brewhouse were transformed into a youth center welcoming local youth for many years before making way later for an extension of the Park and adjoining school. Now six grandchildren, all brothers, have restarted the brewery and I was happy to be part of the opening day and show people around the brewery.

More information on their website.