Hopvoorhop

Hopvoorhop is a Dutch term that literally translates to "hop for hop" and is used in several contexts related to hops, beer, and brewing culture in the Netherlands and Dutch-speaking communities. There is no single, canonical definition, and the term tends to appear in informal or project-specific contexts rather than as a formal technical concept.

In practice, hopvoorhop often emerges as a descriptive phrase in homebrewing and craft beer discussions to express a progressive focus on hop varieties and hopping methods. It is also the name of informal events, workshops, or online initiatives dedicated to tasting, evaluating, and comparing different hops or hop combinations. Additionally, individuals or small breweries may adopt hopvoorhop as a brand name or project title to signal an experimental or hop-forward approach.

Etymology: The word combines hop with voor, a preposition commonly translated as for, in favor of, or before, creating an emphasis on hops as the central subject.

History: The term appears sporadically in Dutch-language media and social media since the 2010s. It is primarily used within local beer clubs, brewing communities, and niche media rather than in official brewing literature.

See also: Hops, Hop cultivation, Craft beer, Brewing techniques, Tasting events.

References: Because hopvoorhop is an informal term with varied usage, sources are localized and often non-academic; consult Dutch-language beer blogs and club announcements for examples.