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Belgian Blonde Ale
Hopper Blonde
Hopper4.7(79 reviews)
Hopper Blonde is a crisp and refreshing Belgian-style blonde ale from the Hopper brewery. With a light golden hue and a fluffy white head, it offers a delicate balance of malt sweetness and subtle hop bitterness. Brewed with traditional Belgian yeast, it delivers fruity esters and a dry finish, making it an approachable and easy-drinking choice for any occasion.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹200/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹8
per 30ml
ABV
5.2%
Region
India
Category
Gin
Type
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Hopper Blonde Price Across Major Cities (2026)
Official retail vend prices vary across states due to excise duty, VAT, and transport tariffs.
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Lowest MRP in India
Gurgaon: ₹150
LucknowViewing
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹200+33%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹150
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹160+7%
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹170+13%
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹180+20%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹220+47%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹230+53%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹270+80%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹350+133%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹150 to ₹350 Official Regulatory Notice
Lucknow Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Lucknow are regulated by the Excise Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
21+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
FL-4 / FL-5 Authorized Retail Model Shops & Off-Vends
Possession Limit
Up to 1 bottle of imported liquor and 4 bottles of IMFL per adult
Inter-State Transit WarningCarrying liquor bottles from Haryana or Delhi into Uttar Pradesh without payment of UP state excise duty is an offense under UP Excise Act Section 60.
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Origin: India
India
The subcontinent has evolved into a global powerhouse of premium spirits, blending ancient distillation heritage with state-of-the-art master craftsmanship. From high-altitude Himalayan spring waters to coastal barrels in Goa, India's intense tropical climate accelerates oak extraction and barrel aging dynamically. This creates bold, robustly complex, and deeply spiced spirits with rich profiles in a fraction of the time required in cooler European climates.
Climate
Diverse tropical & temperate microclimates driving dynamic barrel maturation
Famous For
Amrut, Paul John, 1965 Spirit of Victory Rum, Rampur, Old Monk
The Botanical Journey
Hopper Blonde is an aromatic masterpiece, balancing juniper with a curated selection of botanicals including Light malt sweetness & Subtle hop bitterness.
This India gin is celebrated for its clarity and complexity, making it a favorite for discerning mixologists specifically for the Lucknow market.
Flavor Intensity
sweet40%
smokey0%
spicy10%
fruity50%
body30%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Grilled chicken🧀
Seafood salad🍫
Brie cheese“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat type of beer is Hopper Blonde?
Hopper Blonde is a Belgian-style blonde ale, known for its light body, fruity yeast character, and crisp finish.
QWhat is the alcohol content of Hopper Blonde?
Hopper Blonde has an ABV of 5.2%, making it a sessionable beer.
QWhat food pairs well with Hopper Blonde?
Hopper Blonde pairs well with light salads, seafood, grilled chicken, and soft cheeses like brie.
QIs Hopper Blonde gluten-free?
No, Hopper Blonde is brewed with barley malt and contains gluten.
QWhat is the serving temperature for Hopper Blonde?
Serve Hopper Blonde chilled at around 45-50°F (7-10°C) for optimal flavor.
Sommelier Tasting Profile & Notes
Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Tasting Scores
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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Beverage Specialist Tasting ProfileScores and aroma profiles synthesized from master distillers, sommeliers, and verified community tasting submissions.
Community & Sommelier Notes (3)
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Subhashis Sen
Tasting NoteGomti Nagar, Lucknow • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Gomti Nagar and picked up Hopper Blonde. At ₹200 in Lucknow, this represents incredible value. The notes of Light malt sweetness and Subtle hop bitterness pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Galouti Kebab. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteHazratganj, Lucknow • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Gin by Hopper. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Light malt sweetness and Fruity esters. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Hazratganj was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Shami Kebab!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteIndira Nagar, Lucknow • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Hopper's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Subtle hop bitterness. At the Lucknow price of ₹200, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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