Episode 127 - Love & Beer Debrief and Hoppy Lagers!
In this episode of the Hop Addition Podcast, we’re diving deep into one of the most exciting trends in modern brewing: hoppy lagers. From classic Czech and German pilsners to Italian pilsners, New Zealand pilsners, IPLs, Cold IPAs, and West Coast pilsners — we’re breaking down what defines these styles, how they differ from hoppy ales, and how to brew them brilliantly at home.We’re talking:🌾 How to adapt a standard lager recipe💧 Water profiles, pH, and process tweaks🌿 Hopping rates, whirlpool vs dry hop approaches✨ Clarity challenges (and how to fix them)🧪 Yeast strains and modern hop products🎯 Achieving that perfect balance of crisp lager character with big hop expressionWe also debrief on the Love & Beer Festival with Craft Beer Channel and The Malt Miller, share what we’re drinking, and answer live questions from listeners tuning in.Tag us with your latest homebrew, festival pours, or favourite beers — and stay tuned for more from the Hop Addition.
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Episode 126 - Frothy Ones! - All Things Dispense
Ever wondered what really happens between the keg and your pint glass? In this episode of The Hop Addition Podcast, we’re talking beer dispense — the art and science of serving the perfect pint.From mobile keg setups and gas management to taps, kegerators, line cleaning, and cellar hygiene, we’re covering everything that keeps your beer tasting fresh and pouring just right. Whether you’re running a home bar, setting up for an event, or just curious about the tech behind your favourite pour, this one’s packed with practical tips, brewing banter, and gear talk.We’ll dig into topics like:🍺 The cheapest way to start kegging⚙️ Gas blends, regulators, and flow control🧊 Keezer and kegerator builds🧽 Line cleaning routines and cellar management🍻 Cask vs keg dispense systemsHuge thanks to our partner The Malt Miller, your one-stop shop for all things homebrew. Check out their Hop Addition recipe section and grab a kit from our own archive or one of our guests.👉 Next up: we’ll be back after the Love & Beer Festival with a Hoppy Lager brew day special
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Episode 125 - The Festbier Files! (Oktoberfest Special)
Grab your steins and join us for a deep dive into the golden heart of Germany’s greatest beer celebration — Oktoberfest! In this episode of The Hop Addition Podcast, we’re cracking open a few classic Festbiers and Märzens to explore what makes these brews the true taste of autumn.We’ll be tasting:🍺 Augustiner Festbier🍺 Ayinger Märzen🍺 Giesinger Festbier…and even Andy’s own homebrewed Festbier!Expect plenty of chat on the origins of Märzen and the rise of Festbier, how to tell them apart, and the brewing science behind each — from malt and yeast selection to fermentation, lagering, and decoction mashing.Huge thanks to our partner The Malt Miller, your go-to for everything homebrew. Don’t forget to check out the Hop Addition recipe section and grab your tickets to the upcoming Love and Beer Festival, where you can meet us in person and sample some of our own brews!💬 Got a favourite Festbier or Märzen? Let us know on socials and share what’s in your glass.So fill your stein, cue the brass band, and get ready for a Wunderbar evening of German beer talk and good vibes. Prost! 🍻👉 Next up: A special episode discussing all things dispense related, kegs, taps, gas and more!
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Episode 124 - Return of the Hoddy! (Maverick Brewing Drink Along)
The Hop Addition is back with Episode 124, and tonight we’re welcoming back a fan favourite — the one and only Mr Hoddinot! Join us as we catch up with the real brewer himself for another deep dive into all things hops, malt, and Maverick.We’re talking new beers, new techniques, and a few wild experiments along the way:🍺 Lowtide — a 4% session hazy mashed at 72°C🦅 Big Bird — thiolised yeast magic and hop unlocking🥭 Smoosh — kettle sour meets mango madness in a fruity slushie-style brewWe’ve also got updates from Maverick Brewing, a look back at LCBF, and teasers for our upcoming Oktoberfest special — complete with a new Hop Addition beer pack from our friends at The Malt Miller, the UK’s premier supplier of all things homebrew.👉 Got a question for Hod? Drop it in the comments or hit us up on socials.💬 Don’t forget to share, subscribe, and tag us in your latest brews.Cheers from the Hop Addition crew — see you at the after party! 🍻
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Episode 123 - Tonight we become monks! - Monastic Ales (BJCP Section 26)
In this episode of The Hop Addition Podcast, we’re donning the robes and diving deep into the sacred world of Monastic Ales — the legendary Belgian beers inspired by centuries of Trappist tradition.Join us as we explore BJCP Section 26, tasting our way through all four styles:🍺 Westmalle Extra (Belgian Blonde)🍺 St Bernardus Pater 6 (Dubbel)🍺 Abbaye De Rochefort Triple Extra (Tripel)🍺 Straffe Hendrik Quadrupel (Quad)We’ll break down what makes a beer Monastic versus Trappist, share a bit of brewing history, and (hopefully) keep our pronunciation straight by the time we reach that final Quad!Huge thanks to our sponsor The Malt Miller, your go-to for everything homebrew. Don’t miss their upcoming Love and Beer Festival on October 17th — homebrew bar, brewery collabs, food, bottleshares, and more. Grab your tickets at TheMaltMiller.co.uk, and come meet us for a pint!💬 Got a favourite Trappist or Monastic ale? Join the conversation on our socials — we love hearing what’s in your glass.👉 Next up: we welcome back Maverick Brewing Co. for a special drink-along episode (use code THEHOPADDITION15 for a curated beer pack at maverickbrewingco.com).So pour yourself something Belgian and join us on a spiritual journey through malt, yeast, and devotion.
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