THE HOP & BREW SCHOOL

EXPERIENCE

Established in 2004, Hop & Brew School® (HBS) began as an annual event hosted by Hopunion, now known as Yakima Chief Hops (YCH). Bringing hundreds of brewers and hop enthusiasts from all over the world to Yakima, Washington, HBS attendees have had the opportunity to experience a deeper connection with family farms while learning more about how hops and hop products can be utilized throughout the brewing process. The event features educational seminars, and a comprehensive harvest experience, including farm tours and hands-on sensory experiences. 

As the brewing industry has grown and evolved, so has Hop & Brew School®. YCH has expanded this extensive educational program to include satellite programming, delivering energy and excitement from the Yakima Valley to regions around the world. Through virtual webinars, discussion panels, festival seminars, and educational presentations, YCH strives to keep hop-focused education front and center year-round. As a 100% grower-owned global hop supplier, we aim to do more than just sell hops. We strive to be a resource to the brewing community, provide industry-leading research, tools, and solutions to help our brewing partners craft the very best beers.

By expanding Hop & Brew School, we are excited to provide more access worldwide for brewers to engage with these valuable resources. We invite you to check out our calendar to discover our upcoming events!