hops


Editors' Picks: From New Hops to Smart Airlocks

Our editors are always on the lookout for new products of interest to brewers and beer enthusiasts. From Sultana to Plaato, here are our picks from the October-November 2019 issue.

Infographic: Hop Variety Winners and Losers

Hop growers are aware of trends, making their best educated guesses on future demand. From 2018 to 2019, here's a look at which varieties gained the most acres, and which varieties lost.

Recipe: Crux Australis

In case the colder months get you down, this brightly hopped wheat beer offers a taste of Southern sunshine.

Hop Breeding: Better Hops for a Bitter Tomorrow

There are more than 100 varieties available today, but brewers are always on the lookout for new hops with appealing traits. So are growers. Let’s take a closer look.

Brewer’s Perspective: Blending Bangers

The brewers from Chicago’s Hop Butcher For the World offer advice on blending hops successfully.

Five on Five: IPA

Craft beer's best-selling category offers a deluge of choices. What's worthy of your glass? We asked the brewers of GABF gold-medal–winning beers to share their top picks.

Brülosophy: Testing Conventional Wisdom

Here the methodical testers and tasters of Brülosophy.com share some of their most interesting findings on what makes a difference (and what doesn’t) in homebrewed beer.

Video Tip: Choosing Hops for Quality and Consistency

Repeatability is key. Here Dirk Hillegass of All Sevens offers advice on how to choose the right hops for superior ales.

Hop Harvest Hootenannies

Anywhere they pick lots of hops, they also throw a shindig. Plan your travel schedule accordingly. Don't worry: They'll have beer.

Techniques and Tips: Producing Superior Ales with All Sevens Brewing (Full Video)

All Sevens Brewing Head Brewer Dirk Hillegass takes you from grain to glass, offering practical tips to help you brew superior ales.