Hoppin’ Taproom Brings Self-Pour Drinks and Good Vibes to Grapevine

Hoppin’ Taproom is a high-tech taproom idea from Charlotte, North Carolina. Hoppin’ opened a new location at the Shops at Grapevine Mills Crossing, just five minutes north of DFW Airport in October. The self-pour taproom, which also has a full cocktail bar, offers a “create-your-own” experience, perfect for indecisive beer lovers.

Imbibers receive a wristband linked to their credit or debit card that lets them pour or sample up to 32 ounces of beer, wine and seltzers from a wall of options. Each tap displays a screen with details about the drink, such as style, ABV and origin. An animation of a beer slowly depletes as you pour, signaling when you need to reactivate your wristband for more drinks.

Hoppin’ recently hosted a media and friends-and-family event to showcase its diverse selection. A standout was “Baja Blasted” from Turning Point Brewing, a sour beer reminiscent of Taco Bell’s popular drink. There were also THC-infused seltzers and Martin House Brewing Company’s Best Maid Sour Pickle Beer, which tastes like pickle juice straight from the jar. For those needing a boost, Turning Point’s Sportz (Glacial Frost) beer, reminiscent of Gatorade and infused with electrolytes, promises to get you back in action.

The Grapevine location also offers a full-service cocktail bar with 16 unique drinks. One standout is The Vibe Dr., a mix of Tullamore Dew, Amaretto and Dr Pepper. The result is a balance of sweet and spicy.

“Our slogan is ‘good vibes only,’ because our staff focuses on the guest experience, not just pouring drinks,” said Scotty Kent, marketing director for Hoppin’ Brands. During the media event, the place was full of friendly faces eager to make recommendations and answer questions.

The Grapevine location is the first Hoppin’ Taproom to offer food. The menu includes elevated bar fare like birria nachos, parmesan truffle fries, burgers, tacos, flatbreads, salads and desserts. Weekend brunch is also available.

Blake Martin, the taproom’s general manager and head chef, designed the menu and manages the kitchen. A Coppell native, Martin wanted to create a fun hangout for both locals and tourists.

“The space is a second-generation restaurant, so it fits our concept perfectly,” Martin said. The restaurant also showcases artwork from local Dallas muralist Brinley Ash (@brinleyashdesigns).

Hoppin’ is known for its community-driven atmosphere. The brand’s spot in Fort Worth has become popular for TCU fans, hosting events like Usher music bingo and ’90s music bingo, with plans for more, such as a Mardi Gras low-country boil. The Grapevine location, with an outdoor patio, also focuses on private events, offering spaces for happy hours, rehearsal dinners, baby showers and corporate gatherings.

For a laid-back atmosphere and plenty of drink options, Hoppin’ Grapevine is the perfect spot to try something new – or sample everything.