The Fab Four: Hops With Will Rogers from Charles Faram

Part one of a four part mini series from The Beer Rep Chats With called The Fab Four, exploring hops, malt, water, and yeast. In this episode Martin speaks with Will Rogers from Charles Faram about the history and sustainability of British hops. They discuss the unique qualities of British hops, the changing demand in the beer market, and the innovative breeding programs aimed at developing new hop varieties. Will shares insights into the challenges faced by hop growers, the importance of sustainability, and the future of hop production in the UK. The conversation also touches on different hop formats, processing innovations, and personal beer preferences.


About Charles Faram: https://charlesfaram.com/hop-suppliers-the-company/

The Hop Farms: https://charlesfaram.com/charles-faram-farms/

Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction to Charles Faram and Will Rogers
• 5:20 Shifts in Demand for British Hops
• 11:26 The Breeding Process Explained
• 15:42 Understanding Hop Formats: Whole, Pellets, and Cryo
• 23:48 Innovations in Hop Processing
• 26:31 Inconsistent Hop Harvests
• 30:37 Market Challenges for British Hop Growers
• 36:30 Will's Favourite Hops, Breweries, and Beer Styles
• 42:41 Wrap Up and Outro