Spreading Hoppiness

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.

Ep 21: What Really Happens At BeerX?

Have you ever missed out on the UK's premier beer and brewing trade show? Wondering what draws enthusiasts and professionals alike to this grand event? Dive into this episode where we connect with leading brewing suppliers across the UK, exploring their journey to this monumental trade gathering. But wait, there's more! Join us as we engage in our signature '5 Minutes with Faram' session, featuring a captivating conversation with brewer Alex from Loose Cannon Brewery. Don't miss this exciting glimpse into the heart of the brewing industry!

Ep 20: Hops on the Horizon: An Expedition into Experimental Flavours

Join us at BeerX for our interactive tasting session. Let's dive into new flavours and some brand-new experimental hops. Our Charles Faram hop experts Paul Corbett and Will Rogers, alongside Buxton Brewery's Production Director Rob Topham and Beer Writer Mark Dredge, will explore our hop development process and provide insight into the future of British hops and how they shape our beer. This episode also features a 5 Minutes with Faram chat with a Reading based brewer. 

So, join us on this week's flavourful podcast and check out the full presentation on the link below: 

https://charlesfaram.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/BeerX-2024-panel-session.pdf

 

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Episode 19: Hop Processing - The Secret is in the Pellet

In this week's episode, we're exploring the fascinating world of hop pellet processing. From the fields to the facilities, join us as we uncover the journey these green cones take before they end up in your favourite brews. Also hearing from Cirencester based brewer Lucy as she talks us through her favourite hops, beers and everything in between. 

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Episode 18: Inside the Minds of Headbrewers - International Hop Awards

From one hop to another, let’s explore the minds of head brewers as they talk hop varieties. This episode of ‘Spreading Hoppiness’ unpicks the thoughts of head brewers as they take us through each round of the International Hop Awards, and give us their much-valued opinions. Also, within this episode we check in with Salisbury based brewery, Rude Giant.

 

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Episode 17: On the Farm: The Hop Grower's Year

From the frosty fields of January to the bustling harvests of September, this episode of 'Spreading Hoppiness' unpacks the nuances of hop growing, offering valuable insights for brewers. Featuring award-winning beer writer Mark Dredge, Charles Faram’s Group Technical Director Will Rogers, and 5th generation hop farmer and chairman of the Charles Faram Farms, Richie Phillips. This conversation is full of anecdotes, tall tales, tips, and a dash of humour. Here's to spreading hoppiness one brew at a time.

 

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Episode 16:Henry Kirk Five Minutes with Faram's

Henry Kirk from Dark Star Brewery answers the Five Minutes with Faram's questions with our Jon Stringer. He talks about Azacca, Rodenbach, Fat Cat in Norwich, Hopguns as a game-changer, his obsession with biodigesters, how he got into brewing, Brewers' Christmas, beer/wine hybrids and French Fuggles.

https://www.darkstarbrewing.co.uk/beers

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bat_and_trap 

http://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/video-and-podcast-2021-series/

Episode 15: Graham Gamache of Cornerstone Ranches. Hops & vintage trucks

Graham Gamache talks to Faram's MD Paul Corbett about his farm in Toppenish WA and hop varieties including the peculiarities of Cashmere. 

They talk about the cool Dodge D4's that were bought in 1974 from the US Forces and the trusty handmade wooden picking machine from the 50's.  A lot of history and a lot of info.

http://www.cornerstoneranches.com

https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/video-and-podcast-2021-series/

 

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Episode 14: New Zealand hop chat

Charles Faram MD Paul Corbett chats about hops over in New Zealand with George Tunstall from NZ Hops Ltd and Brent McGlashen of Mac Hops. They talk about environmentally friendly initiatives, staffing and shipping issues, machinery, opportunities, successes and the importance of contracting.

https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/video-and-podcast-2021-series/ #hops #nzhops