Here's how to get a pint of hops for free at BrewDog
Make your way to BrewDog, where a full-day celebration is brewing for International Hops Day.
Taking place on Friday August 1, the Scottish pub is turning up the energy with extended happy hours and a round of rock, paper, scissors against the bartenders.
Challenge the bar team to the classic game for a shot at scoring your first pint of craft hops on the house.
What's more, happy hour prices will run from noon to 8pm, so you can get your favourite malt beverages at a discount.
Located on Bluewaters Island, the Dubai outpost is the brand's first in the GCC and opened its doors earlier this year on Friday May 23.
With 22 craft taps featuring the bar's craft beer specialities, grape-inspired concoctions and mixed drinks, a menu full of comfort plates, unbeatable weekly offers, live sports on screens and amazing live music, it has quickly become a go-to for those looking for low-key hangouts.
Drinks nod to everything from Elvis Presley to Willy Wonka, and the atmosphere leans towards punk rock.
The pub is housed in a sprawling two-storey venue that comes with three outdoor terraces overlooking Ain Dubai and the JBR coastline, which makes for the perfect perch during winters.
There's plenty to keep you entertained as well, with duckpin bowling, augmented reality darts, live music and even a dedicated co-working space if you want to WFH at a relaxed pace.
Ready for some fun?
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