Hop Talk

February 20, 2025 Melissa Nelson

Hopping up to Help
Topp's Hops joins Longwood Brewery's Telegraph Project

On December 31st 2024 the tiny coastal village of Telegraph Cove, BC suffered a devastating fire. Home of the world famous Whale Interpretive Centre and Telegraph Cove Resort & Campground, the area has long been a tourist haven on the north Island.

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November 22, 2024 Aurora McLachlan

Brewing Journals: "WiesseUp"
I am a graduate of the National Autonomous University of Mexico with a degree in Dental Surgery and I am crazy about beer, that is why, after the pandemic put my life in perspective, I decided to move to British Columbia to start the Brewing and Beer Operations program at KPU Langley.
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November 22, 2024 Aurora McLachlan

Behind the Label: HPLC vs Spec
What do you know about your COAs? Where do the brewing values on the label come from? How do you know the accuracy of these tests? The answer lies in the methods of testing themselves - the two most common being HPLC and Spec. What are they, and what does it mean for your beer?
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September 16, 2024 Aurora McLachlan

The Heritage of Hop Farming in the Fraser Valley: Continuing a Proud Tradition
The lush Fraser Valley, known for its fertile soil and temperate climate, has long been a cornerstone of British Columbia’s agricultural prowess. Among its many contributions, hop farming stands out as a significant part of the region’s heritage. As we...
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