Spreading Hoppiness

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...

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, featurin...

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 episo...

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.  To keep up to date with all hoppy news follow our...

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.   To keep up to date with all hoppy news fol...

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 f...

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.cha...

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...

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 

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/

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/

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/

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.

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/9F1CXJqeVBA

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 #anecdotes #brr2021 #breweryresourceroadshow #...

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/  

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

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 #companyhistory #worcesterbusiness #history #anecdotes...

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