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…

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 trip…

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 …

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 Ho…

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…

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 u…

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 …

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 Br…

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. T…

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 G…

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 Fa…

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://…

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 …

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-ser…

Charles Faram's Andrew Whalley talks with Kevin Le Tiec from Brasserie Brittanys about his favourite beers and beery experiences. https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/video-and-podcast-2021-series/ https://brasseriebrittanys.bzh/By charlesfaram

The sixth BRR segment focuses on our supplier Fermentis. Dr Gino Baart talks about new product launches, his homebrewing during lockdown, influences of new styles and webinars. https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/video-and-podcast-2021-series/ https://fermentis.com/en/ https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/dry-yeast-webinars-from-fermentis-and-charles-faram/…

In this episode, Darren Batten from Palmer's Brewery tells us about his favourite hops, beers, pubs, interests and new things happening at the brewery. https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/news/darrenbatten https://palmersbrewery.com/By charlesfaram

The fifth BRR segment focuses on our supplierWeyermann®. Axel Jany talks about Brexit, the business through lockdown, base malts and smoked malts. https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/video-and-podcast-2021-series/ https://www.weyermann.de/in/ Weyermann® English Playlist on youtube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBCG7tDP8IHXNqb9RSCgRGw_AlT92qJJB…

The Sixth BRR segment focuses on our supplier Iain Kenny at Murphy & Son. Iain talks about the latest happenings at Murphy's and what they've been up to in the lab. . https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/video-and-podcast-2021-series/ https://www.murphyandson.co.uk/By charlesfaram

In this episode, Jon Stringer talks to the guys behind Spartan Brewery about their favourite hops, beers, pubs, festivals, pork scratchings and what's next for the brewery. We have also included our 'Just add water' feature where the guys discuss their favourite recipe.By charlesfaram

As we can't meet up in person for our day of seminars and pub visits, we've brought updates to you online. The third BRR segment focuses on our supplier LemonTop creative. Andy Mogg talks about branding, e-commerce and social media. https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/video-and-podcast-2021-series/ https://www.lemontopcreative.com/…

The start of the grower's year. Paul Corbett chats with grower, Richie Phillips, about the stringing process. Warning, contains wind noise. https://youtu.be/9F1CXJqeVBABy charlesfaram

As we can't meet up in person for our day of seminars and pub visits, we've brought updates to you online. This second segment focuses on our supplier partner Crisp Malt. Nigel Gibbons talks about new products and changes. https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/video-and-podcast-2021-series/ https://crispmalt.com/ #farming #growers #beer #brewing #maltsers…

This is the Podcast adaptation of our newsletter feature which delves into the life of a different brewer each month. In this episode, Simon Yates tells us about his favourite hops, beers, pubs, music and anecdotes. https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/news/simonyates5mins https://www.bankssbeer.co.uk/By charlesfaram

As we can't meet up in person for our day of seminars and pub visits, we've brought updates to you online. This is the first segment and it focuses on our supplier partner Rankin. Jim Rankin talks about local produce, Brexit, sustainability, the #RaiseAglass initiative and a secret scheme to be launched in May https://www.rankincork.co.uk/ https://…

Paul Corbett chats to Darren Gamache of Amarillo fame. Includes the discovery of Amarillo, a lab in his great grandmother’s basement and state preference for our UK customers https://www.charlesfaram.co.uk/video-and-podcast-2021-series/https://vgfinc.com/ #hops #amarillohops #farming #growers #beer #brewing #hops #ingredients #hophistory #companyhi…

Starting off our 2021 series of Podcasts and videos on all sorts of topics from the team members, to recipes, hop talk, chats with the growers, chats with brewers and technical advice. This first episode provides an interesting insight into how Faram's has changed over the 30 years with some funny stories that allow you to see inside our MD's mind.…