Q&A With Hop Haus Brewing
Sparked by a belief that every community deserves a place to gather and come together as neighbors to enjoy a pint of beer and worthwhile conversation, Hop Haus Brewing Company was the brain child of husband and wife team, Phil and Sara.
What makes them extra special? Not only do they handcraft exceptional, inspired and unique beers by combining equal parts science and artistry—you can also rent a woodburning fire pit when you dine outdoors! Want to get some beer to-go? They do that too!
Read more on their history, the latest brews on tap, food menu, booking and more on their website.
Q. What's your name?
A. Sara Hoechst
Q. What is your title?
A. Owner
Q. How did you come up with the name of your brewery?
A. It was sparked by a belief that every community deserves a place to gather and come together as neighbors to enjoy a pint of beer and worthwhile conversation.
Q. What beer/brands inspired you in creating your own brand?
A. We like hoppy beers & are good at making them!
Q. What is your brewery most known for?
A. The sheer awesomeness of our beers. But once Fitchburg opens we will also be known for delicious food, and booze. All the booze.
Q. The aliens have finally had enough, you get to eat one last item from your brewery's menu before they evaporate earth.
A. Cheese curds, hands down, no questions asked.
Q. What Beers are in your fridge right now?
A. Hashtag Hazy IPA (ours), Can-O-Bliss (shocking, I know) & PBR (no, seriously)
Our brewmaster loves Oscar Blues, so if you know anyone from there please have them contact him. He will be forever grateful (hey, you never know who people will know!).
Pssst. They're in our Boulder PubPass!
Q. What is your guilty pleasure beer(s)?
A. Hashtag Hazy IPA (ours), Can-O-Bliss (shocking, I know) & PBR (no, seriously)
Q. What did you do before you got into beer?
A. Our brewmaster Phil was a Physical Therapist (I know, you can see the similarities), and I was restaurants/bar/etc. I also did insurance for a bit, and that was obviously horrible.