Beer is often associated with hops and malt, which play a major role in its taste. Yet, the true artistry lies in balancing these ingredients not just to coexist, but to complement and enhance one...
Cascade hops are often used in craft brewing for their unique floral, citrus, and slightly spicy aroma, which complements many different types of craft beer. We will cover how Cascade hops affect craft beer trends...
A relatively new hop variety that was developed in the United States - released in 2013 by Washington State University's breeding program, Cashmere has gained popularity among brewers for their unique aroma profile and versatility....
Idaho Gem hops, similar to Idaho 7, is another hop variety developed in Idaho, United States. It was released in 2019 by Jackson Hop Farm, the same farm responsible for Idaho 7 hops. Idaho Gem...
El Dorado has been one of my favorite hops since it showed up on the scene. While it does have the ability to be the center of attention, I’ve always loved in in a supporting...
Keeping in line with talking holiday fruit, next in line we have plum. Plum is an underapreciated and underused fruit in brewing today, in my humble opinion. I think that plum has always had a...