Master Brewers Podcast

Episode 354: Hop Selection

February 23, 2026·1h 4m·3-min readinterviewscience
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Hop selection in brewing is both a science and an art, requiring sensory intuition, strong grower relationships, and deep understanding of agricultural variability to secure consistent, high-quality hops year after year.


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Vinny Chillerzo

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Vinny ChillerzoBen EdmondsJustin BurtBridget GatesJeff Daly

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Russian River Brewing CompanyBreakside BreweryGhost Town BrewingYakima Chief HopsJohn I. Haas

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