Although getting hold of decent beers has probably never been easier - what with a fine range of new breweries, a bigger selection even in supermarkets, and the joy of online shopping - there's a lot to be said for shopping in person. When the shop has as good a range as Hippo Beers does, then any fan of good beer should be in heaven. The trick, however, is to leave the debit card at home before you go otherwise things could get dangerous!
I've dropped by a few times to pick up a selection, and I've been impressed every time. Their website claims a range of around 350 beers which must be about right - whatever the exact count is, there's certainly enough to make it extremely difficult to choose. While the range of beers on display from around the world is huge, I must admit I'm particularly pleased to see them supporting nearby breweries with an excellent range of beers from all over Scotland.
Add to that a range of ciders and wines and some of the funkiest glassware you could care to look for and you simply won't be disappointed - it's a must-visit shop for any serious beer lover in the Glasgow area.
I wish the guys well - it's no doubt a difficult time for anyone starting up a new business, but I think they've come up with a great shop and I hope to see it go from strength to strength. With tasting sessions and 'meet the brewer' events on the cards it seems that they've got good plans to widen their appeal, which is another good sign - I wonder if they'll think about moving online too to reach a wider market at some point?
Anyway, go check it out if you've not done so already. And if anyone can find out why they chose the name Hippo Beers then I'd be extremely keen to hear the story!
Find out more at hippobeers.co.uk
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