Wild Hop Walk & Hop Rubbing Session - Field Cottage

Discover the history behind hops in this part of the world, and how the different varieties of hops are used in different styles of beer.

This will be a light paced walk up the lane and back, before we enjoy a hop rubbing session exploring the different scents and uses of different UK hop varieties.

You’ll learn about the following and also have a chance to ask questions:

How hops came to be used in the beer industry and why we put them in our beer.

Discover the scent of varieties such as Fuggle, Goldings, Bullion, Ernest and UK Cascade and how they are used to make different styles of beer.

About changes in the hop industry over the years and how hops from the USA have spurned a renewed interest in British hops.

After the session, you can enjoy a short walk to the local pub, The Red Lion, if you wish, for a couple of local beers and maybe a bite to eat (not included in ticket).

Advance tickets only - not available on the day.