When a beer is described as hoppy, it usually refers to an obvious hop smell or taste in the beer. For many, the term hoppy is a negative descriptor, while for others, it is what makes beer distinct
Hoppy is a beer-flavored beverage (non-alcoholic beer) that Kokuka Beverage Company began selling in 1948; Kokuka subsequently changed its name to Hoppy Beverage. Hoppy is currently a registered trademark of Hoppy Beverage Co., Ltd. in Japan.