US-based company, Yakima Chief Hops (YCH), a 100 percent farmer owned hop supplier, has opened up its virtual doors to the industry and beer lovers alike, members of the media and brewers of all experience levels, to join their 2021 virtual Hop & Brew School. The event will take place over five-days beginning Aug. 30 through Sept. 3.
This will be YCH’s 18th year hosting this seminar, exploring all aspects of hop harvest along with technical support for both experienced and novice inquiring minds. This in-depth format is generally hosted in person but due to COVID-19 restrictions, this event (for a second year in a row) will take place virtually. This year’s schedule features sessions surrounding new discoveries in advanced hop research, hop application best practices, hop sensory training, a deep dive into the beyond beer beverage category and homebrew tips. Participants will also receive an inside look at organic hop growing and experimental hop development. Speakers include both hop industry experts and veteran brewers.
“This year, we are focused on providing valuable technical content to help brewers take their beers to the next level,” says Kevin Soules, YCH Marketing Lead. “We look forward to creating this platform for experts in the industry to share their knowledge with brewers across the globe.”
While farm tours are usually a major component of the Hop & Brew School program, TCH has created virtual Grower Profiles for an inside look at family farms. For the full schedule of the 2021 virtual Hop & Brew School® program, visit hopandbrewschool.com. The event is free and open to the public. Some sessions require early registration and a cost to supply hop samples for an interactive experience. Space is limited.