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Homegrown brewery H.K. Lovecraft is calling last orders. After nearly eight years of operation, the award-winning Tsing Yi-based brewery has announced its imminent closure. The news was shared on social media, bringing their chapter in local craft brewing to an end.
Lovecraft began brewing in 2018, carving out a space that few others occupied at the time. In a local scene dominated by hop-forward IPAs and experimental ales, they built their entire operation around lagers, earning them a devoted following in the city. Their commitment to the craft is also recognised on the global stage. At the 2019 Berlin International Beer Competition, they proved that Hong Kong could compete with the best, taking home bronze for their ‘Fire Bringer’ Vienna Lager and a gold for ‘Space Rock’ in the Rauchbier category.
In their statement on Instagram, the brewery explained that ongoing financial challenges over the past few years had taken their toll. More recently, the founder has been facing health issues that require his full attention, and despite trying to manage both, stepping away from the business became the right decision. They thanked their supporters and noted that anyone interested in taking over the retail space or purchasing their premium equipment could reach out to them.
Lovecraft is now holding a final ‘goodbye sale’ to clear out remaining stock. Fans can mix and match their favourites for $11 per can or $132 for 12 cans with free delivery. It’s likely the last chance to grab their core lineup, so head over to hklovecraft.com to place an order.
While we say goodbye to Lovecraft, several other excellent local breweries continue to keep the city’s craft beer scene alive, including names like Young Master Brewery, Yardley Brothers, Gweilo Beer, Carbon Brews, Black Kite Brewery, Heroes Beer Co., and many others. If you value what these local brewers bring to our city, now's the time to show it – buy local, spread the word, and raise a glass while we still have them.
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