AAB 055: Why Hop Water is Making a Big Splash

In the last few years hop water has seen explosive growth.  For many, it’s a non-alcoholic beverage that scratches the beer itch.  But like all things beer, there’s more to it than meets the eye.  There is a lot of thought and technique into how to extract the desirable flavors of hops and without malt providing balance, hop water recipes are as carefully constructed as beer recipes.

 
This Episode is Sponsored by:

Estrella Galicia
Estrella Galicia is an independent, family-owned brewery  in northwest Spain, founded in 1906.

Estrella Galicia Cerveza Especial is a world class lager, brewed using the finest Spanish malts, locally  cultivated Galician hops and the best brewing practices, in a state-of-the-art facility in La Coruña . Recognized around the world for quality and exceptional character. Estrella Galicia is “A beer like no other.”

• Hosts: Don Tse and Em Sauter
• Guests: Jeremy Marshall and Doug Veliky 
• Sponsors: Estrella Galicia, All About Beer
• Tags: Hops, Seltzer, Refreshment, Non-alcoholic
• Photo: by John Holl