Unique varieties only available to Midwest Farmers
For years, Western hops farmers have had access to hops varieties that Midwest farmers are not allowed to grow, such as Citra and Mosaic. For the first time ever, Midwest hops farmers now have access to 8 unique varieties that Western farmers cannot grow. Today, we see the emergence of two distinct hops markets in the US, each with its own unique lines of hops.
Unique Midwest Hops are an emerging trend
These 8 unique varieties have only been available for a short time, but they are quickly gaining popularity with Midwest brewers. Our mission is to advocate for midwest hops worldwide.
Terrior matters in hops farming
Terrior refers to how soil, climate, and topography influence a hops’ flavor profile. Terrior has long been recognized as an important factor in wine production, but now brewers are realizing that terrior also affects hops. Chinook grown in Michigan is completely different than Chinook grown in Yakima, for example. This adds a whole new dimension for brewers to explore. Coupled with a shrinking water supply in the Pacific-Northwest, midwest hops are quickly becoming key to the long-term growth of US craft brewing.