Olicana® Hops

Olicana Hops are a bold, British-bred hop variety developed through the Charles Faram Hop Development Programme. Known for their punchy tropical fruit character and versatility in modern beer styles, Olicana® offers brewers a unique way to achieve juicy, hop-forward flavour, all while supporting UK-grown agriculture.

Whether you’re crafting hazy IPAs, vibrant pale ales or experimental small-batch brews, Olicana® Hops deliver the kind of aromatic impact brewers and drinkers crave.

Why Choose Olicana Hops?

Bred to thrive in UK soil while offering a new world-style profile, Olicana® is a true standout among British hop varieties. It’s a popular choice for brewers seeking expressive flavour and aroma with a sustainable, locally-sourced edge.

Flavour & Aroma Profile:

• Mango

• Passion fruit

• Floral

With medium-high alpha acids and high oil content, Olicana® Hops are ideal for late additions and dry hopping, contributing bold fruity notes and smooth bitterness.

Brewing with Olicana Hops

Thanks to its vibrant tropical profile, Olicana® shines in a wide range of beer styles, including:

• Hazy and juicy IPAs

• American-style and British pale ales

• Fruit-forward session beers

• Dry-hopped lagers and hybrid styles

Its reliable performance and flavour consistency make Olicana® a brewer’s favourite for experimental and flagship beers alike.

Homegrown Innovation from Charles Faram

As part of Charles Faram’s ongoing commitment to innovation, Olicana® was developed through our in-house breeding programme focused on creating high-impact aroma hops suited to UK growing conditions.

By choosing Olicana®, brewers not only get a hop with modern flavour and brewing flexibility, but also help reduce their carbon footprint and support local hop farms.

Available Formats

• Type 90 Pellets

• Whole Cone Leaf (FreshPak)

With crop year traceability and full technical brewing specs available.®