hopdriven
Hopdriven is an informal descriptor used in beer writing and marketing to denote a beer whose character is dominated by hops. It refers to a hop-forward profile where hop-derived aromas and flavors are central to the drinking experience, often with noticeable bitterness.
Origin and usage: The term emerged with the craft beer movement of the late 20th and early
Characteristics: Hopdriven beers typically exhibit strong hop aroma compounds including citrus, pine, resin, tropical fruit, and
Relation to other terms: Hopdriven is closely related to hop-forward or hoppy. It is sometimes used interchangeably,