Month: August 2025

The Alpha Acid Equation – Brewing Bitterness with Purpose

When do we think about bitterness? Let’s be honest, when most brewers open a new bag of hops, their first instinct isn’t to check the alpha acids. They crush a cone, breathe it in, and chase that moment of aromatic inspiration. We all do. But after that comes the calculation. Because while aromas are exciting, […]

Helles, Barke® Variation Recipe From Weyermann® Almanac

Weyermann® Almanac Beer Recipe Beer recipe: Helles, Barke Variation Beer recipe: Helles, Barke® Variation We are lucky enough to have been granted permission to share this Helles Barke variation beer recipe from the Weyermann® Almanac of World Beers with our audience. Please try them out, enjoy and feel free to tag or contact Weyermann® with […]

We Don’t Just Know Hops – We’ve Got Yeast to Match

This post  is unavailable in your region You know us for hops. You trust us for quality. Did you know that you can rely on Charles Faram for brewing yeast, too? That’s right—your go-to hop supplier offers a handpicked range of premium brewing yeast strains to help you create exceptional beer, from grain to glass. Whether […]

Great Beer Needs Great Yeast — That’s Why We Sell It

At Charles Faram, we’ve spent generations helping brewers unlock the full potential of their beer. First with hops. Then with a trusted range of high-performance brewing yeast, too. We know that yeast isn’t just an ingredient, it’s the engine behind fermentation, flavour development, and beer stability. And if you’re serious about your beer, you need […]

Discover the Hops Behind Exceptional Beer [INT]

This post  is unavailable in your region We’re proud to offer one of the most extensive and diverse hop ranges available anywhere. Whether you’re after bold new-world aromas, classic bittering hops, or something truly unique, we’ve got you covered. If you’re brewing, we have the hops you need—and the expertise to help you get the […]

Brewing Great Beer Starts with the Right Yeast

Brewing Great Beer Starts with the Right Yeast At Charles Faram, we know that great beer begins with great ingredients. While our hops are trusted worldwide, our range of brewing yeast helps you ferment your beer with precision. The right yeast ensures control, consistency, and character—so every brew tastes exactly as you imagined. Why Yeast […]

Meet the Growers: Tom Probert

BRITISH HOP GROWER: TOM PROBERT British Hop Grower Charles Faram Farms Growers FOLLOWING IN THE FAMILY FOOTSTEPS – British Hop Grower TOM WHERE DID IT ALL BEGIN FOR THIS BRITISH HOP GROWER? What do you think of when someone says the word hops? It is easy to picture vast sprawling fields, bright green bines at […]