Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The Hop Addition
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| Episode 134 - Dan Wye - Origins Brewing Project (Fyne Ales) | 24 Mar 2026 | 02:39:48 | |
Welcome back to The Hop Addition Podcast — and this one gets seriously funky. We’re joined by Dan Wye, Head Brewer at Origin Brewing Project by Fyne Ales, to explore the wild world of mixed fermentation. This isn’t a beginner’s guide — we’re skipping straight past the basics and diving deep into the science, technique, and controlled chaos behind some of the most complex beers out there. Along the way, we’re sampling a stunning lineup including Crotag (Chardonnay-inspired chimera), Cu, Nadar Bramble, Lonag (Glen Fyne Foraged Saison), and more — breaking down how these beers are designed, fermented, and matured. Expect a proper deep dive into: Dan shares invaluable insights on how to balance funk, acidity, and complexity — without ending up with a glass of vinegar — plus the biggest mistakes homebrewers make when stepping into mixed ferm territory. Huge thanks to our partner The Malt Miller for supporting the show — your go-to for all things homebrew, including our dedicated Hop Addition recipe section. 💬 Got experience with mixed fermentation or thinking of giving it a go? Let us know on socials and share what you’re drinking along with us. | |||
| Episode 133 - Andy Thomason - Four Priests Brewery | 23 Mar 2026 | 02:25:40 | |
In this episode of The Hop Addition Podcast, we’re joined by Andy Thomason from Four Priests Brewery for a deep dive into brewing, cask beer, and life behind the bar. We crack into a brilliant lineup of beers — including Murgy, Cross Stout (4.2%), DIVINE Hibernation (4.8%), Get Locky (5.8%), and Ginger BEER’D (4.3%) — while chatting all things recipe design, customer expectations, and what it really takes to craft great beer for cask. Expect plenty of insight (and a few strong opinions!) on: Huge thanks to our partner The Malt Miller, your go-to for all things homebrew — now stocked up with fresh Kegland equipment. Don’t forget to check out the Hop Addition recipe section while you’re there! 💬 Tried any beers from Four Priests? Let us know your thoughts on socials and tell us what you’re drinking along with us. | |||
| Episode 124 - Return of the Hoddy! (Maverick Brewing Drink Along) | 21 Oct 2025 | 02:04:01 | |
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: We’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. Cheers from the Hop Addition crew — see you at the after party! 🍻 | |||
| Episode 38 with Matt Curtis | 22 Jan 2022 | 02:11:17 | |
Matt Curtis is an author, blogger, and beer lover who is the author of Modern British Beer and Pellicle Magazine. He joins us for a jaunt through the world of Modern British Beer. We talk about where it came from, …
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| Episode 37 – Plans for the year! | 08 Jan 2022 | 02:04:23 | |
In episode 37, due to dry january and covid Owen and Chris discuss their plans for the year, and have a few beers. A non-scripted meander through many topics and beers we’re gonna brew and Owen declares his need for …
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| Episode 35 – How to cock up a brewday! | 13 Nov 2021 | 02:40:20 | |
This episode has been on the cards for a while, its all the ways to cock up a brewday, how to screw it before you start, when you package and all the steps in between. Enjoy!
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| Episode 34 – Brewing Social Media | 02 Oct 2021 | 02:16:09 | |
Join us for a review of of the homebrewing social media scene, our own experiences creating content, channels we follow as well as some tips on starting your own. P.s if you are wondering about the missing episodes we were …
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| Commercial Pod, Episode 3 | 11 Sep 2021 | 01:26:04 | |
Like buses, when you havent had one for a while, 2 episodes turn up in 3 minutes… Owen and Chris review another couple of beers and shoot the breeze about life in general. 2 beers this time cos it was …
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| The Commercial Pod – Episode 2 | 09 Sep 2021 | 00:45:00 | |
FInally got some time to edit and upload these 2. Episode 1 was lost due to the issues we’ve been having with the software we’ve been using, but it looks to be sorted now, so heres a short one to …
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| Episode 30 – Mastering the Brewday | 25 Jun 2021 | 02:52:57 | |
The usual suspects return for a detailed discussion of ways to streamline and enhance your brewday process
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| Episode 29 – Recipe Development | 12 Jun 2021 | 03:07:23 | |
Owen went on holiday for this one, so we needed someone with as sexy a voice, and as good a knowledge of beer, so we subbed in Chris Harrison-Hawkes AKA Harrybrew for a pod. This one should give you an …
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| Episode 28 – The state of the Union | 29 May 2021 | 02:45:52 | |
Time flies when you’re having fun doing all these podcasts, and we just wanted to sit down and discuss where our brewing was at, and the new things on the market were as well. We also do the draw for …
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| Episode 27 – Kveik | 14 May 2021 | 02:26:26 | |
We delve into the world of Kveik as we understand it, Tricky has strong views on Lagers, and Marvin Gaye gets it on… Last chance to sign up for the iTap giveaway, so sign up for the newsletter on www.thehopaddition.uk …
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| Episode 123 - Tonight we become monks! - Monastic Ales (BJCP Section 26) | 20 Oct 2025 | 02:13:55 | |
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: 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. | |||
| Episode 26 – Oxygen | 24 Apr 2021 | 02:44:51 | |
This episode we talk about the perils of Oxygen, what it can do to your beer and when its good, and when its not. The audio for this one got a little garbled towards the end so the last 20 …
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| Episode 25 – Cleaning and Sanitation | 10 Apr 2021 | 02:17:38 | |
Episode 25 is live! So this isn’t a topic a lot of people cover, but after Tricky giving us a glimpse into his routine, we thought it might be good to cover this one in detail to dispel some myths …
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| Episode 24 – Finally! | 20 Mar 2021 | 02:52:56 | |
After some issues away from the podcast, a super busy couple of weeks at work and a whole slew of problems with the editing process, finally this one is done. Its a Q&A episode which should provide some laughs and …
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| Episode 23 – Shit you can throw in beer! | 06 Mar 2021 | 02:54:31 | |
Episode 23 of the podcast is a blast down the winding backroads of adjuncts and general beer additives, from citrus to cacao and everything in between. This is a good one, everyone is on form on this episode. Thanks for …
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| Episode 22 – Bitters | 13 Feb 2021 | 02:18:28 | |
My apologies, this episode got forgotten, I thought I’d uploaded it, but clearly not. Time has not been my friend over the last few weeks, so here it is. Bitters. Us blathering about them for a while and banging on …
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| Episode 21 – Under Pressure. | 30 Jan 2021 | 02:27:09 | |
A wide ranging discussion of pressure fermentation, what is it, what does it do and how can you use it when home-brewing. Plus the an angry baby and the genesis of Millington Bingo.
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| Episode 20 – Deutschland. | 16 Jan 2021 | 02:25:51 | |
In this episode, Andy Owen and Chris discuss German beers and why you need them in your life. Strap in, Chris gets very excited in this one…
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| Episode 19 – Inspector Gadgets | 02 Jan 2021 | 02:55:40 | |
The one that nearly got lost in a house move, but it’s here and it’s a grand tour of all things gadget in home brewing. Beers were drunk, keyboards were soiled and some good banter was exchanged, hope you enjoy!
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| Episode 18 – Christmas Special | 18 Dec 2020 | 03:48:42 | |
This one is a monster. 4 hours of Tricky, Owen, Andy and myself discussing everything. Tricky gets slammed and I almost fall asleep. A fun meandering run through all things Christmas beer related. Back to our usual programming from the …
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| Episode 17 – Porters & Stouts | 05 Dec 2020 | 02:21:52 | |
A slightly shambolic (due to over consumption of Impy Stouts) discussion of Porters and Stouts, what are they, where did they come from and how can you brew them. Plus the triumphant return of el’duderino himself Tricky!
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| Episode 122 - Whats Killing Homebrew? | 10 Sep 2025 | 02:07:46 | |
Is homebrewing really in decline? In this episode of The Hop Addition, we take a critical look at recent claims that the homebrew hobby is dying. From rising costs and changing drinking habits to competition from craft breweries and shifting lifestyles, we explore the factors shaping the future of homebrewing. But it’s not all doom and gloom—this is also a celebration of why we brew, what keeps the community strong, and how the next generation of homebrewers can keep the hobby alive and thriving. 👉 Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the state of homebrewing and what’s next for the craft. #Homebrewing #FutureOfBrewing #CraftBeer #BeerPodcast #TheHopAddition #WhatsKillingHomebrew | |||
| Episode 16 – Largers | 14 Nov 2020 | 02:39:48 | |
Episode 16 is here and its a meandering, contentious, yawning journey through the wonderful world of lagers. This is the hardest style to perfect so we give you some tips as to how to make a good one, and talk …
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| Episode 15 – Its all gone a bit murky… | 31 Oct 2020 | 02:28:24 | |
This episode is all about the wonderful world of New England IPAs, we try a seriously impressive homebrewed version, and we talk about all the things that you need to know about to make one yourself. Enjoy.
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| Episode 14 – Its a long strange road… | 17 Oct 2020 | 03:17:22 | |
Episode 14 of the Hop Addition is here! Its a Q&A episode which is the longest we’ve ever done. Lots of information, but should be good for a listen. Many thanks to everyone who sent in questions for us to …
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| Episode 13 – Threesome. | 26 Sep 2020 | 02:41:08 | |
This episode is a long one, and discusses Pale Ales and IPAs, the blurred lines between them and explains the guidelines. We deliberately didn’t talk about water profiles because as you can appreciate, there are so many which can be …
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| Episode 12 – Wheat Beers with The Blue Trouser Brewer | 12 Sep 2020 | 01:57:13 | |
Episode 12 is a rambling convoluted run through the world of wheat beers, my guest co-host on this one was Owen Puckett; The Blue Trouser Brewer. We covered just about everything we could think of to do with wheat beers … Episode 12 – Wheat Beers with The Blue Trouser Brewer Read More » | |||
| Episode 11 – The one with the Scottish Tricky. | 31 Aug 2020 | 01:37:38 | |
Since my brother from another mother Tricky currently has a crotchfruit and house moving issue to resolve, I’ve recruited a guest cohost for this episode in Andy Lynch of The High Road Brewery channel on YouTube to come on and …
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| Episode 10 – Packaging Beer | 26 Jul 2020 | 01:46:34 | |
I guess podcasts are like buses sometimes, you wait an age for one and two arrive close together 😉 this episode wraps up the all grain series by looking at packaging options bottles, barrels, kegs and everything in between. We …
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| Episode 9 – Fermentation | 26 Jun 2020 | 02:00:10 | |
The 3rd edition in our all grain series looks at where the magic really happens, in the fermenter! We discuss yeasts and how to keep them happy fermentation gear and gadgets , do’s and don’ts and then go off on …
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| Episode 8 – The Boil | 18 May 2020 | 01:47:38 | |
The next stage in our all grain process series takes us to the boil, we cover all the aspects related to sterilising, hop utilisation, hot and cold break, off flavours and more but you will probably remember this one more …
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| Episode 7 – All Grain Process Series – Mashing | 01 May 2020 | 02:07:42 | |
I slightly meandering journey through the process of mashing, we were both quite well oiled for this one so a few naughty words might have slipped out and the occasional rant but hopefully you will still enjoy it! In this …
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| Episode 121 - Advanced Lager Brewing | 29 Aug 2025 | 02:48:42 | |
In Episode 121 of The Hop Addition, we dive into the art and science of advanced lager brewing. From water chemistry adjustments, malt selection, and decoction mashing to yeast health, spunding, and fast lagering methods, this episode is packed with expert tips to help you brew crisp, clean lagers at home. We cover both classic lager styles—Vienna, Märzen, Czech Dark, Baltic Porter—and modern takes like NZ Pilsner, IPL, Rauchbier, and Japanese Rice Lager. Along the way, we share recipe insights, commercial examples, and pro-level hacks to elevate your homebrewing. 👉 Whether you’re chasing that perfect Pilsner or experimenting with new lager techniques, this is your complete guide to brewing lager at home like a pro. #AdvancedLagerBrewing #Homebrewing #CraftBeer #LagerBrewingTips #TheHopAddition | |||
| Episode 6 – Methods for homebrewing beer | 08 Apr 2020 | 01:34:47 | |
A run through of the different ways you can brew beer at home from kits through to the different types of all grain brewing. A good one for beginners but some general info and discussion for more experienced brewers too. …
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| Episode 5 – Water Chemistry | 25 Mar 2020 | 02:18:42 | |
Strap in folks this is a long one! This episode we try and break down water chemistry to its key elements. We also review our first beermail from a listener and take another commercial break! P.s we have given up …
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| Episode 4.5 – Wash Your F*cking Hands | 17 Mar 2020 | 00:42:56 | |
If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the information on Covid 19 in the news then maybe don’t listen to this one but we felt we had to have a chat about whats going on as its such …
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| Episode 4 – Re-Using Yeast | 28 Feb 2020 | 01:34:52 | |
This episode discusses the various methods for harvesting and propagating yeast so you can brew numerous batches from a single yeast pack. We also give a few shout outs to people who have been supporting us during the first few …
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| Episode 3 – Beer Off – Flavours | 21 Feb 2020 | 01:05:50 | |
In this episode we discuss some common off flavours that you might experience while home-brewing and strategies to avoid them. Let us know what you think of the episode, anything that we could improve or got wrong or any questions …
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| Episode 2 – All about them hops | 13 Feb 2020 | 01:32:04 | |
This episodes explores the wide and wonderful topic of hops in beer, why we use them, how we use them and which hops we personally love to brew with.
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| Episode 1 – The Pilot | 13 Jan 2020 | 01:05:53 | |
This is the pilot episode of The Hop Addition. 2 mates who talk about brewing a lot decided to record their conversations and let you listen in. There is some strong language, so its not recommended to listen to this …
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| Episode 120 - Bullhouse Brewing Co | 27 Jul 2025 | 02:16:30 | |
In Episode 120 of The Hop Addition, we’re joined by Tom Ray from Bullhouse Brewing Company for an in-depth chat about their standout core range, the brewery’s journey, and what sets their beers apart in a crowded craft scene. We take a close look at Bullhouse’s brewing philosophy, explore the stories behind their flagship beers, and get Tom’s insights on recipe development, branding, and staying creative in a competitive market. Plus, we dive into a detailed review and discussion of the recipe for ‘Suds’, one of Bullhouse’s popular brews—unpacking the ingredients, techniques, and inspiration behind it. 👉 Tune in for an inspiring and informative look at one of Northern Ireland’s most exciting breweries! #BullhouseBrewCo #CraftBeer #CoreBeers #Homebrewing #BeerRecipes #BreweryChat #TheHopAddition #BeerPodcast | |||
| Episode 119 - End of an era! | 17 Jul 2025 | 00:37:52 | |
A big announcement from founding member Chris | |||
| Episode 118 – James Stiff from TMM | 29 Jun 2025 | 02:50:32 | |
In this flavour-packed episode of The Hop Addition, we sit down with James Stiff from The Malt Miller for a relaxed (and beer-filled) chat. We crack open several of James’ own brews and dive deep into how he developed the …
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| Episode 117 – Guy Perry from Hopsteiner! | 16 Jun 2025 | 02:01:13 | |
In this hop-forward episode of The Hop Addition, we’re joined by Guy Perry from Hopsteiner, one of the world’s leading hop suppliers and innovators. Guy gives us an inside look at Hopsteiner’s cutting-edge breeding programs, unique hop products, and what …
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| Episode 116 – Brewing in the future! | 10 Jun 2025 | 01:46:38 | |
In this thought-provoking episode of The Hop Addition, we gaze into the (beer-filled) crystal ball to explore what the future holds for homebrewing, the brewing industry, and drinking culture as a whole. We dive into how emerging technologies, environmental pressures, …
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| Episode 115 – Happy Yeast! | 06 Jun 2025 | 02:29:32 | |
In Episode 115 of The Hop Addition, we dive deep into one of the most critical—and often overlooked—elements of homebrewing: yeast health and fermentation management. We break down everything you need to know to keep your yeast happy and your …
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| Episode 132 - Hop Combinations and Blending | 19 Feb 2026 | 02:16:04 | |
In this episode of The Hop Addition Podcast, we’re diving deep into the art and science of hop blending — how to choose, combine, and layer hops to achieve specific flavour outcomes in your beer. From timeless classics to modern “cheat code” hazy IPA combos, we explore what makes certain pairings just work. Expect discussion on proven duos like Cascade + Centennial, tropical heavy-hitters like Citra + Mosaic + Galaxy, and creative blends such as Nelson Sauvin + Motueka for that unmistakable NZ twist. We’ll also cover: Plus, we touch on exciting newer varieties hitting the market — including Krush (HBC 586), Nectaron, Superdelic, Luminosa, and more — and how they might fit into your next recipe. As always, huge thanks to our partner sponsor The Malt Miller, where you’ll find our dedicated Hop Addition recipe section — and right now, hop pellets are at reduced prices following their holiday sale. Whether you’re chasing balance, building a signature house profile, or just experimenting with new-school aroma bombs, this episode is all about blending with purpose. 💬 Got a favourite hop combo? Share it with us on socials and tell us what’s in your glass tonight. | |||