Hoppy Blog

Hops Alphabet
Hops Qualities
damian duma

Hops Alphabet: A Hoppy Guide to Brewing Gibberish

Get ready for a wild ride through the world of hops! These little green cones pack a punch in your favorite brews. Hops add bitterness, flavor, and aroma to beer, making them essential for crafting delicious suds.  From Alpha acids to Zones where they grow, hops have a lot going

Read More »
Columbia Hops
Dual Purpose Hops
damian duma

Columbia Hops: Hop-timizing Your Brew-tiful Creations

Columbia hops are making waves in the craft beer scene. These little green cones pack a flavorful punch that’ll tickle your taste buds and make your brew shine. Columbia hops work best in ales, especially IPAs and pale ales. Where their unique aroma can really strut its stuff. Remember when

Read More »
Beer and Health
Hops Qualities
damian duma

Is Beer Good for Our Health? Hops and Dreams of a 6-pack

Beer lovers, rejoice! Your favorite frothy beverage might just be doing your body some favors. But before you start chugging, let’s dive into the bubbly world of beer and health. Drinking beer in moderation can offer some surprising benefits for your heart, bones, and even your brain. A pint or

Read More »
Strisselspalt Hops
Aroma Hops
damian duma

Strisselspalt Hops: A Hoppy Love Story for Fancy Brewers

Want to add a touch of French flair to your brew? Look no further than Strisselspalt hops. These delicate little cones hail from the Alsace region of France, bringing a bit of ooh-la-la to your beer. Strisselspalt hops are perfect for Amber Ales, Blonde Ales, Bocks, Golden Ales, Pilsners, and

Read More »
Use of Hops
Hops Qualities
damian duma

What are Hops Used for? Beyond Beer Battles and Pillow Stuffing

Ever wondered about those little green cones that give beer its bitter kick? Let’s dive into the world of hops! Hops are versatile plants used in brewing, medicine, and even skincare. They’re not just for making your favorite IPA taste great. Did you know hops can help you catch some

Read More »
Citra Hops
Dual Purpose Hops
damian duma

Citra Hops: Hop-timizing Your Brew’s Zesty Zing

Citra hops burst onto the craft beer scene like a citrus-scented firework. These little green cones pack a serious punch of tropical and fruity flavors that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance. Citra hops shine brightest in… …American-style IPAs, pale ales, and wheat beers. Where their zesty personality

Read More »
Hops Questions
Hops Qualities
damian duma

Hops Glossary – Questions to Make You Hop-lessly Curious

Ever wondered why your beer tastes so darn good? The secret’s in the hops! These little green cones are like magic wands for brewers, adding flavor, aroma, and that perfect bitter kick to your favorite brews. Hops are the unsung heroes of the beer world. Mysterious and complex in ways

Read More »
Spalter Select Hops
Aroma Hops
damian duma

Spalter Select Hops: Tiny Cones That Make Beer Snobs Giggle

Ever wondered about those fancy hops brewers use to make your beer taste amazing? Let’s talk about Spalter Select, a hop variety that’s like the cool cousin of the classic Spalt hop. Spalter Select was born in 1993 in Germany, created by some clever hop scientists. Who wanted to keep

Read More »