Spreading Hoppiness

Ep31: Hop Breeding 101: From Seedling to Success

Ever wondered about the science behind hop breeding or weather proofing the future? Well on this week's episode find out in a way we'll all understand, as Mark Dredge catches up with Klara Hajdu, Hop Breeder and expert at Wye Hops. From the Noah's ark of hops, to the magic of creating aroma, let her guide you through hop breeding as she brings her PhD research to life. 

But that’s not all! Tune in for a great chat between Faram’s Paddie and Brewer Chris Gooch from Teme Valley Brewery. Learn about how Chris went from farming to brewing, and why he won't choose favourites... 

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Ep30 - It's the Weyermann® Way: From Recipe to Refinement

Get ready for malt to take the spotlight on this week’s episode of Spreading Hoppiness. We welcome malt expert Axel Jany from Weyermann® Specialty Malts, all the way from Germany. He sits down with our own brewing expert Faram's Jon and Beer Writer Mark Dredge to chat about the world of malt and its impact on your beer.

From the heritage of favourite varieties such as ISARIA 1924® to developments in CARARED® and CARAHELL®, they cover it all, exploring flavour, colour, and taste along the way. With Jon revealing what unique tweaks you need to make to take your beer to the next level.

But that’s not all! Join Paddie for an exclusive interview with Bewdley Brewer Tanisha, from creating can artwork to find inspiration from her cat, Tanisha brings creativity to every part of the brewing process.

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Ep 29 -Harvest Celebrations with Green Hops: Tips, Tricks and Brewing Techniques

It’s time for green-hopped beers! Join brewing experts Ben Adams and Chris Gooch from Teme Valley Brewery as they reveal the secrets behind using green hops in your brews. They discuss all things technical, from timing to quantity and flavour. Packed with expert tips, tricks, and stories, this episode will inspire your next brewing adventure.

But that’s not all! Join Paddie as he chats with the team at Goose Eye Brewery. Hear their stories from past, present, and learn what they believe makes a great beer.

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Ep 28 - Hops to Sky-High Ambition: Generations, Aspirations and Evolution

Born to hop farmer or wanted to be a pilot? Tales of hop picking, changes over the years and what remains timeless in the craft.  Join us on this week's podcast, as Charlie, Maddie and Paddie, chat with four of our Charles Faram Farms growers about what it’s like growing up with hops in your blood. Featuring Herefordshire-based Tom Probert, Worcestershire’s Richard Capper, and Molly & Bill Biddell from Surrey.

What’s more difficult - hops, sheep or apples? Tune in to find out!

But that's not all! Stick around as Paddie chats to experienced brewer Ben from Gloucestershire-based Stroud Brewery as he shares his tips, tricks and what is next for him in the industry.

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Ep 27 - On the Farm: The Hidden Heroes of the Hop Yards

This week, you join us on the farm—hop grower Tom Probert's farm, to be precise!

Hop yards are full of wildlife, some we like, and some we don't! Grower Tom Probert and our own Will Rogers put hop agronomist Jonathan Blackman to the test as they go through what is essential to hop growing and what you need to avoid.

This episode explores the clever ways farmers are controlling pests, keeping soil nutrients high, and keeping costs low. And let's not forget about the hidden heroes of the hop yards, tune in to find out what they are and where they are hiding.

But the episode doesn't end there! We're back with another "Five Minutes with Faram." This week, join Maddie as she chats with head brewer Andy Leman from the brilliant Timothy Taylor’s brewery. Andy shares his passion for brewing, the story behind the iconic Landlord pale ale, and his best tips and tricks for producing high-quality beer time and time again!

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Ep26: Kiwi Kronicles - Brewers, Baggage and Bio Security

Brewing experts Rhys Pillai, Brian Dickson and Jim Rangeley unlock the mysteries that make New Zealand hops the way they are. Hosted by flavour nerd Mark Dredge with growing insights from our own Will Rogers.  This episode is bursting with brewer experiences from hop farm to brew.  You'll come away able to smash any pub quiz with questions about triploids and biosecurity.

Paddie then heads over to see Don Burke at Hawkstone Brewery for the Five Minutes with Faram chat, including his favourite beers, tips, his brewing journey, interests and discoveries.  Tune in and be inspired!

Ep25: Brewing Green: Expert Tips for a Sustainable Future

Best of both! In this episode, we're joined by Ant Stevens co-owner of Ledbury Real Ales WHO IS ALSO, Head of Innovation - in his other job. 

Ant knows a massive amount about carbon issues because over the last two years, he's been building a carbon credit marketplace that is allowing people who are capturing carbon dioxide, or greenhouse gases, to then transact those with companies that want to buy them, to be able to offset their footprint. 

Discover practical tips and tricks that will make a meaningful impact on your brewery and check out a fascinating glimpse into the future of sustainable brewing.

But that is not all, join Maddie as she chats with Joseph Holt's brewer Phil Parkinson as they discuss hops, beer, and brewing in this week's 5 Minutes with Faram. 

Ep24 - Aroma Innovations: Is This What Your Brewery's Been Looking For?

Get ready for a flavour-packed adventure in this week's episode of Spreading Hoppiness! Join Mark Dredge and Jon Stringer as they dive into the world of taste, exploring everything from fruit to hops – and even cannabis (without the CBD & THC). Is this the groundbreaking product your brewery has been waiting for?

But that's not all – Paddie puts Hook Norton Brewer Andy to the test with this week's "5 Minutes with Faram," as they discuss everything from drumming to cask washing to recipe development.

Don't miss this thrilling episode! Tune in today!

Ep23 - Kiwi Kronicles: Dr Ron Beatson Talks Science, Stories and Sensational Flavours

This week's episode is brought to you from New Zealand! Will Rogers, the group technical director, catches up with New Zealand Hop master Dr. Ron Beatson as they discuss all things New Zealand Hops and uncover the science, stories, and sensational flavours behind these varieties.

But wait, there's more! Join Maddie as she chats with Berkshire-based brewer Ben from Stardust Brewery in this week's Five Minutes with Faram.

Ep22: Beyond the Bine - Inside the Hop Development Program

We're back with another hop-filled episode. Join us as we sit down with hop grower Peter Glendinning, hop breeder Klara Hajdu, and Technical Director Will Rogers as they discuss hop development. Together, they unravel the history of hop growing, explore the future, and delve into everything in between.

 

But that's not it! Join Paddie as he catches up with Worcestershire-based brewer Johnny while they talk through this week's 5 Minutes with Faram.