European Hops

Žatecký chmel are hops grown in the districts of Louny, Rakovnik, Chomutov, Kladno, Plzeň-sever and Rokycany in the Czech Republic, locally known as the Žatec hop-growing area. The hops come in the shape of golden yellow cones. The... READ MORE

A unique variety of hops used to create the best ales and beers, East Kent Goldings belong to the species Humulus lupulus or the so-called Wolf of the Woods. The cones have soft petals, and lupulin - a ... READ MORE

The first official record of hop-growing in this unique countryside between the northern shore of Bodensee lake and the Allgäu region dates back to 1150, but the first commercial cultivation of hops began here in 1844. The climatic conditions... READ MORE

Aromatic Hallertau hops are exported today to over 100 countries, and they add character to some of the best beers in the world with its pleasant bitterness, delicate flavor, and foam stability. Highly specialized hop farms produce over 16 varieti... READ MORE

This is a regional Bavarian aroma hop cultivar, grown exclusively in the region around Spalt. Usually considered one of the classic noble hops, Spalter is the local landrace hop of Germany's Spalt growing region, and it is closely related to theREAD MORE

Even though hops are still mainly used for flavoring and natural preservation in the brewing process, they have also been appreciated in gastronomy for centuries. Grown in the West Flanders, around the neighboring towns of Poperinge, Ieper and Vle... READ MORE

These hops, originating from region near the town of Saale along the river Elba, boasts a tradition one thousand years long. The famous local 'Cool blonde' and 'Savory black' hops are the finest varieties from the regions of Saxony, Thuringia, and... READ MORE

Traditionally grown in northeastern Slovenia, Styrian hops are a versatile crop used throughout Europe. They are early yielding and known to have a natural resistance to downy mildew. As one of the essential ingredients of beer brewing, hops pack ... READ MORE